AINP/H1-B residence requirements

[sdesh005]

Hello,

I wanted to confirm if there is any residence requirements for AINP/H1-B program after you get the PR. Someone in another forum mentioned that there is a 2-year bond which says that anyone who gets the PR thru the AINP/H1-B program needs to live in Alberta for at least 2 years before moving to any place else in Canada.

Can someone please qualify/disqualify this information? Any documentation that points to this?

Thanks!

 

[ingegarcia]

Alberta has added a new criteria to the H1B stream....
"....To qualify for this program, you must meet the following basic criteria:
1. A Candidate must demonstrate a clear ability and intention to live permanently in Alberta;...."

The rest of the criteria remains the same ....
http://www.albertacanada.com/immigration/campaigns/h1b.html

 

[bendjoe]

Alberta has added a new criteria to the H1B stream....
"....To qualify for this program, you must meet the following basic criteria:
1. A Candidate must demonstrate a clear ability and intention to live permanently in Alberta;...."

The rest of the criteria remains the same ....
http://www.albertacanada.com/immigration/campaigns/h1b.html

How could one clearly demonstrate???

 

[ainpdude]

Hello,

I wanted to confirm if there is any residence requirements for AINP/H1-B program after you get the PR. Someone in another forum mentioned that there is a 2-year bond which says that anyone who gets the PR thru the AINP/H1-B program needs to live in Alberta for at least 2 years before moving to any place else in Canada.

Can someone please qualify/disqualify this information? Any documentation that points to this?

Thanks!

sdesh,

I have not come across in any of the AINP form with any rule stating a "minimum 2 yr stay in
Alberta". Can you provide link to that forum discussion .... ?

 

[ingegarcia]

I guess that depends on how well you answer the questions (3,4,5) of form AINP009.

"...3. Describe what you have done, or what you plan to do, to search for a job in Alberta (Provide attachment if required):
4. Describe your plans for initial settlement in Alberta. For instance, where do you plan to live and what type of accommodation are you are seeking? (Provide attachment if required):
5. Describe your familiarity with Alberta. For instance, what do you know about its climate, labour market, cost of living, geography, etc.? (Provide attachment if required):...."

Alberta has added a new criteria to the H1B stream....
"....To qualify for this program, you must meet the following basic criteria:
1. A Candidate must demonstrate a clear ability and intention to live permanently in Alberta;...."

The rest of the criteria remains the same ....
http://www.albertacanada.com/immigration/campaigns/h1b.html

How could one clearly demonstrate???

 

[ainpdude]

Hello,

I wanted to confirm if there is any residence requirements for AINP/H1-B program after you get the PR. Someone in another forum mentioned that there is a 2-year bond which says that anyone who gets the PR thru the AINP/H1-B program needs to live in Alberta for at least 2 years before moving to any place else in Canada.

Can someone please qualify/disqualify this information? Any documentation that points to this?

Thanks!

sdesh,

I have not come across in any of the AINP form with any rule stating a "minimum 2 yr stay in
Alberta". Can you provide link to that forum discussion .... ?

ok sdesh, I just now spoke to Alberta hotline...

they say they would prefer the PR recepient to stay in Alberta but they do not hold back the
candidate from moving to any other province if the candidate decides too...

there is no x amount of time stipulation to stay in Alberta

 

[ingegarcia]

It's good news!! the more flexibility we have the better )

Hello,

I wanted to confirm if there is any residence requirements for AINP/H1-B program after you get the PR. Someone in another forum mentioned that there is a 2-year bond which says that anyone who gets the PR thru the AINP/H1-B program needs to live in Alberta for at least 2 years before moving to any place else in Canada.

Can someone please qualify/disqualify this information? Any documentation that points to this?

Thanks!

sdesh,

I have not come across in any of the AINP form with any rule stating a "minimum 2 yr stay in
Alberta". Can you provide link to that forum discussion .... ?

ok sdesh, I just now spoke to Alberta hotline...

they say they would prefer the PR recepient to stay in Alberta but they do not hold back the
candidate from moving to any other province if the candidate decides too...

there is no x amount of time stipulation to stay in Alberta

 

[sdesh005]

ok sdesh, I just now spoke to Alberta hotline...

they say they would prefer the PR recepient to stay in Alberta but they do not hold back the
candidate from moving to any other province if the candidate decides too...

there is no x amount of time stipulation to stay in Alberta

That is great to know! I am sure it makes sense to find a job there first, especially with the booming oil-based economy. But it is always a good idea to have your options open, in case things don't work out!

So AINPDUDE, I am guessing this answer is as "official" as it can get!

 

[sdesh005]

sdesh,

I have not come across in any of the AINP form with any rule stating a "minimum 2 yr stay in
Alberta". Can you provide link to that forum discussion .... ?

This was the guy who got me all confused (I am assuming I am allowed to post links to other forums, if not mods can please delete) --

http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showpost.php?p=263979&postcount=15

 

[ainpdude]

ok sdesh, I just now spoke to Alberta hotline...

they say they would prefer the PR recepient to stay in Alberta but they do not hold back the
candidate from moving to any other province if the candidate decides too...

there is no x amount of time stipulation to stay in Alberta

That is great to know! I am sure it makes sense to find a job there first, especially with the booming oil-based economy. But it is always a good idea to have your options open, in case things don't work out!

So AINPDUDE, I am guessing this answer is as "official" as it can get!

yes that is what the AINP hotline had to say ...

 

[ainpdude]

sdesh,

I have not come across in any of the AINP form with any rule stating a "minimum 2 yr stay in
Alberta". Can you provide link to that forum discussion .... ?

This was the guy who got me all confused (I am assuming I am allowed to post links to other forums, if not mods can please delete) --

http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showpost.php?p=263979&postcount=15

thanks sdesh.... i see the link...
i am wondering where does he "see" the fine print in AINP form... at least not me

 

[ss123]

there is no booming oil economy anymore . It was booming when oil was $140. Now oil is $40 and US (alberta oil's largest customer) is looking for alternative sources.
Alberta companies are considering reducing cost, layoffs, shutting down projects that are in early stages to survive.

Recession is coming to Alberta although later than USA and other parts of Canada.

ok sdesh, I just now spoke to Alberta hotline...

they say they would prefer the PR recepient to stay in Alberta but they do not hold back the
candidate from moving to any other province if the candidate decides too...

there is no x amount of time stipulation to stay in Alberta

That is great to know! I am sure it makes sense to find a job there first, especially with the booming oil-based economy. But it is always a good idea to have your options open, in case things don't work out!

So AINPDUDE, I am guessing this answer is as "official" as it can get!

 

[sdesh005]

there is no booming oil economy anymore . It was booming when oil was $140. Now oil is $40 and US (alberta oil's largest customer) is looking for alternative sources.
Alberta companies are considering reducing cost, layoffs, shutting down projects that are in early stages to survive.

Recession is coming to Alberta although later than USA and other parts of Canada.

Well yeah, that is true. I don't think anyone is untouched anymore!
I am curious if there is any word about AB or CND changing the existing immigration process or reducing on that front yet?

 

[Tapak]

Does this mean that I can do my landing formalities at any Port of Entry in Canada or it has to be in Alberta? I don't have anyone to give address for PR card and SIN in Alberta. However, I have friends in other province to give their address initially until I completely relocate.

Thanks,
Taps

 

[ss123]

http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-may-soon-reduce-immigration-numbers.html

there is no booming oil economy anymore . It was booming when oil was $140. Now oil is $40 and US (alberta oil's largest customer) is looking for alternative sources.
Alberta companies are considering reducing cost, layoffs, shutting down projects that are in early stages to survive.

Recession is coming to Alberta although later than USA and other parts of Canada.

Well yeah, that is true. I don't think anyone is untouched anymore!
I am curious if there is any word about AB or CND changing the existing immigration process or reducing on that front yet?