The Canadian government is looking for investors, business managers, and entrepreneurs of all sizes to immigrate and start new businesses. There are a number of fast-tracked business immigration programs available to help you move to Canada and start contributing to the economy.
Federal business immigration programs
If you are self-employed, are looking to grow or start a business in Canada, or simply would like to leverage your personal net worth to help drive the Canadian economy, there are several federal business immigration programs designed to fit your needs.
The federal government of Canada offers a number of business immigration programs, including:
- Start-Up Visa Program: This program is for entrepreneurs who want to start a new business in Canada. To be eligible, you must have a business idea that is innovative and has the potential to create jobs and contribute to the Canadian economy. You must also have a letter of support from a designated venture capital fund or angel investor group.
- Self-Employed Person Program: This program is for people who are self-employed in certain cultural or athletic professions. To be eligible, you must have at least two years of full-time work experience in your field in the past five years. You must also be able to demonstrate that you have the skills and experience to establish yourself as a successful self-employed person in Canada.
- Canada Investor Visa Program: This program is for people who are willing to invest a significant amount of money in Canada. To be eligible, you must have a net worth of at least CAD 1 million and must invest CAD 600,000 in a qualified investment in Canada.
Quebec business immigration programs
Quebec has its own business immigration programs for self-employed individuals, investors, and entrepreneurs. These programs are designed to foster economic growth and create job opportunities on a provincial level.
The province of Quebec also has its own business immigration programs, including:
- Quebec Entrepreneur Program: This program is for entrepreneurs who want to start a new business in Quebec. To be eligible, you must have a business idea that is innovative and has the potential to create jobs and contribute to the Quebec economy. You must also have a net worth of at least CAD 500,000 and must invest CAD 300,000 in your business.
- Quebec Investor Program: This program is for people who are willing to invest a significant amount of money in Quebec. To be eligible, you must have a net worth of at least CAD 2 million and must invest CAD 1.2 million in a qualified investment in Quebec.
- Quebec Self-Employed Worker Program: This program is for people who are self-employed in certain cultural or athletic professions. To be eligible, you must have at least two years of full-time work experience in your field in the past five years. You must also be able to demonstrate that you have the skills and experience to establish yourself as a successful self-employed person in Quebec.
Provincial Nominee Programs for business
Many Canadian provinces and territories also offer their own business immigration programs, known as Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). PNPs allow provinces and territories to select and nominate their own immigrants, based on their needs and priorities.
Some of the most popular PNPs for business immigrants include:
- British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)
- Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP)
- Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
- Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
- Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)
Each PNP has its own eligibility criteria and application process. It is important to research the different PNPs to find one that is a good fit for your needs and circumstances.
Read more: Immigration to British Columbia
About our business immigration team
Our business immigration team is made up of experienced immigration lawyers who are experts in Canadian business immigration law. We can help you choose the right business immigration program for your needs and can guide you through the application process.
We understand that the business immigration process can be complex and time-consuming. That’s why we are here to help you every step of the way. We will work with you to develop a customized immigration strategy and will provide you with the guidance and support you need to succeed.
If you are interested in business immigration to Canada, contact us today for a free consultation. We will be happy to discuss your options with you and help you get started on the path to permanent residency.
