PNP: Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program

Should I apply under Express Entry or wait for my AINP?

Question [Holthe Tilleman LLP website] I am an international graduate on a three year Post Graduate Work Permit.  My work permit is going to expire in April of 2016. I submitted my application through the AINP in February of 2014 as a food service supervisor, which is still in process.

Express Entry: Educational Credential Assessments

Does my spouse need to get his ECA so that we can get extra points for Express Entry?

Question [Holthe Tilleman LLP website]: I am going to apply under the Federal Skilled Worker Program of Express Entry, does my spouse need to get his Educational Credential Assessment too so that we can get extra points, or is there no need? Thank you in advance.

Express Entry: Employer Reference Letters

If my employer will not give me a reference letter for Express Entry, what should I do?

Question [Holthe Tilleman LLP website]: My employment reference letter states my hierarchical designation as General Manager but does not detail my duties or role. I do not wish to inform my employer about my intention to immigrate, and asking any such letter now may create difficulty for me.