Business and Investor Immigration

Are you considering Business and Investor Immigration to Canada?

While the Federal Government largely oversees immigration to Canada, each province has its own immigration program. These Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) enable provinces to nominate individuals for immigration based on specific criteria, leading to permanent residency through the federal immigration program. PNPs typically include skilled worker and business immigration categories.

Here’s an overview of the Business Immigration programs currently offered by each province

Investor Programs

Quebec

Business PNP Programs:

British Columbia

Manitoba

New Brunswick

Ontario

Prince Edward Island

Saskatchewan

Yukon

North West Territories

Quebec Investor Program:

This program allows business individuals to immigrate by providing $1,200,000 CAD to the Quebec government, which is invested and refunded interest-free after five years.

To be eligible, you must:

Have a minimum net worth of $2,000,000 CAD, obtained legally

Possess management experience in a qualifying business

Intend to settle in Quebec and invest $1,200,000 CAD

British Columbia Nominee – Regional Entrepreneur:

Applicants must register with the Entrepreneur Immigration Registration, meeting criteria such as net worth, business management experience, and education.

Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program – Business Applicant:

Candidates must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI), demonstrating a net worth of $350,000, three years of business management experience, and a $150,000 investment commitment.

New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) – Business Applicant:

Eligible candidates must be 22-55 years old, possess language proficiency, education, and business management experience, with a minimum net worth of $300,000.

Ontario Immigration Nominee Program – Investment Stream:

Requires a minimum $3,000,000 investment, creating at least five full-time jobs in Ontario.

Prince Edward Island Business Impact Stream for 100% Ownership:

Applicants need a net worth of $600,000, high school education, management skills, and a $150,000 investment.

Saskatchewan Immigration Nominee Program – Entrepreneur (SINP-E):

Requires a minimum $500,000 net worth and three years of business management experience.

Yukon Business Immigration Nominee Program:

Applicants must meet criteria including net worth, language skills, and proposed investment.

North West Territories Immigration Nominee Program – Entrepreneur Stream:

Eligible candidates need a net worth of $300,000-$500,000, knowledge of the territory’s economy, and business plan approval.

Federal Government Requirements Applicable to all Provincial Nominations:

Keep in mind that nomination by a province doesn’t guarantee approval by Immigration, Refugee, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). IRCC assesses admissibility based on factors like criminal history and medical condition.

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