Canada: A Top Choice for Global Citizens
Canada is one of the world’s most desirable destinations, known for its natural beauty, welcoming culture, high quality of life, and strong economy.
Whether you’re seeking career opportunities, a safe and supportive place to raise a family, or a stable environment for business investment, Canada offers a perfect balance of opportunity, quality of life, and freedom.
Discover why millions choose Canada as their new home every year.
Canada residency program
Canada’s Residency by Investment Programs offer high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs a pathway to permanent residency by contributing to the country’s economy through business creation or investment.
These programs are designed to attract innovative entrepreneurs and experienced investors who can support economic growth and job creation in Canada.
What are Canadian Residency By Investment Programs?
Key Pathways Includes:
Start-Up Visa Program (SUV):
For entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas supported by a designated Canadian venture capital fund, angel investor group, or business incubator. Successful applicants and their families are granted permanent residency.- Business & Entrepreneur Immigration Streams (Provincial Programs):
Various provinces offer investor and entrepreneur streams under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), tailored to regional economic needs.
Start-up Visa Program
Overview: The SUV program targets innovative entrepreneurs aiming to establish businesses in Canada. Successful applicants and their families receive permanent residency.
Key Benefits:
Direct pathway to permanent residency.
Eligibility for Canadian citizenship after 3 years of physical presence within a 5-year period.
Access to Canada’s public healthcare and education systems.
No age, education, or net worth requirements.
Investment Options:
Angel Investor Group: Minimum investment of CAD 275,000.
Venture Capital Fund: Minimum investment of CAD 325,000.
Requirements:
Secure a commitment from a designated organization (angel investor group, venture capital fund, or business incubator).
Demonstrate proficiency in English or French (CLB level 5).
Pass medical and security clearances.
Provincial Programs
Alberta
Rural Entrepreneur Stream
Overview: Designed for entrepreneurs aiming to start or purchase businesses in Alberta’s rural communities, this stream offers a pathway to permanent residency.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Minimum investment of CAD 100,000.
Minimum net worth of CAD 300,000.
At least three years of business ownership or management experience.
Business plan demonstrating economic benefit to the rural community.
Benefits:
- Pathway to Canadian Permanent Residency
Opportunity to contribute to and integrate into rural communities.
Potential for expedited processing times.
Farm Stream
Overview: For experienced farmers who plan to buy or start a farm in Alberta.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Minimum net worth of CAD $500,000.
- Ability to invest at least CAD $500,000 in a new or existing Alberta farm.
- Farm Management Experience: Proven experience managing or operating a farm (with financials, references, or formal training).
Comprehensive Business Plan: A solid plan showing your farm’s feasibility and contribution to Alberta’s agri-sector.
Intent to Reside: Strong intention to live in Alberta and directly manage the farm.
Benefits:
Pathway to Canadian Permanent Residency
Bring Your Family: Include your spouse and dependent children.
Farm in Alberta: Access to fertile land, advanced infrastructure, and a thriving agri-economy.
Live in a High-Quality, Safe Environment with free healthcare and education.
british columbia
Entrepreneur Immigration – Base Stream
Overview: This stream targets seasoned entrepreneurs aiming to start a new business or acquire and grow an existing one in B.C.
Eligibility Requirements:
Personal Net Worth: Minimum of CAD $600,000.
Investment: Minimum of CAD $200,000 in an eligible business.
Ownership: At least 33.3% ownership of the business.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years as an active business owner-manager or 4 years as a senior manager within the last 10 years.
Job Creation: Create at least one full-time job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
Language Proficiency: Minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 4 in English or French.
Benefits:
Pathway to permanent residency for the entrepreneur and their family.
Opportunity to establish a business in a thriving economy.
Access to Canada’s healthcare and education systems.
Entrepreneur Immigration – Regional Stream
Overview: Designed for entrepreneurs interested in starting a new business in smaller communities across B.C., this stream aims to promote economic development in regional areas.
Eligibility Requirements:
Personal Net Worth: Minimum of CAD $300,000.
Investment: Minimum of CAD $100,000 in an eligible business.
Ownership: At least 51% ownership of the business.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years as an active business owner-manager or 4 years as a senior manager within the last 5 years.
Job Creation: Create at least one full-time job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
Language Proficiency: Minimum CLB level 4 in English or French.
Community Referral: Obtain a referral from a participating community after an exploratory visit.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to live and operate a business in a close-knit community.
- Lower investment and net worth requirements compared to the Base Stream.
- Pathway to permanent residency for the entrepreneur and their family.
Entrepreneur Immigration – Strategic Projects
Overview: This stream is tailored for foreign corporations looking to establish a subsidiary or branch office in B.C. It allows key staff members to be nominated for permanent residency.
Eligibility Requirements:
Investment: Minimum of CAD $500,000 to establish or purchase and expand a business in B.C.
Job Creation: Create at least three new full-time jobs for Canadian citizens or permanent residents for each key staff member proposed.
Key Staff: Up to five key staff members can be nominated for permanent residency.
Benefits:
Facilitates the expansion of international companies into the Canadian market.
Provides a pathway to permanent residency for essential foreign staff.
Access to B.C.’s robust economy and skilled workforce.
Manitoba
Entrepreneur Pathway
Overview
The Entrepreneur Pathway is tailored for experienced business professionals who wish to launch or acquire a business in Manitoba. Applicants begin by operating their business on a temporary work permit and may qualify for permanent residency upon meeting specific criteria.
Eligibility Requirements:
Business Experience: Minimum of 3 years full-time experience in the past 5 years as an active business owner (with at least 33% ownership) or in a senior management role.
Net Worth: At least CAD $500,000.
Education: Equivalent to Canadian high school completion.
Language Proficiency: Minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 5.
Investment: No fixed minimum, but a detailed business plan is required.
Business Research Visit: Recommended to understand Manitoba’s business environment.
Benefits
Opportunity to establish a business in a supportive economic environment.
Pathway to Canadian permanent residency for the applicant and their family.
Access to Manitoba’s diverse markets and resources.
Farm Investor Pathway
Overview
The Farm Investor Pathway is designed for individuals with proven farm business experience who intend to establish and operate a farm in rural Manitoba.
Eligibility Requirements:
Farm Business Experience: Demonstrated experience in farm management and operations.
Net Worth: At least CAD $500,000.
Investment: Minimum of CAD $300,000 in a farming business in rural Manitoba.
Farm Business Research Visit: Mandatory to assess farming opportunities and establish connections.
Business Plan: Submission of a detailed plan outlining the proposed farming operation.
Benefits
Opportunity to invest in Manitoba’s robust agricultural sector.
Pathway to Canadian permanent residency for the applicant and their family.
Access to Manitoba’s rural communities and farming resources.
new Brunswick
New Brunswick Business Immigration Stream
The New Brunswick Business Immigration Stream is tailored for experienced entrepreneurs who intend to establish, operate, and actively manage a business in New Brunswick.
Eligibility Requirements:
Business Experience: Minimum of 3 years in the last 5 years as a business owner or senior manager.
Net Worth: Legally obtained net worth of at least CAD $600,000.
Investment: Minimum investment of CAD $250,000 in a New Brunswick business.
Business Plan: A comprehensive business plan demonstrating the viability and economic benefit to the province.
Language Proficiency: Minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 5 in English or French.
Exploratory Visit: Mandatory visit to New Brunswick to conduct research and meet with local business contacts.
Benefits:
Pathway to permanent residency for the applicant and their immediate family.
Opportunity to establish a business in a supportive economic environment.
Access to Canada’s healthcare and education systems.
nova scotia
Entrepreneur Stream
This stream is tailored for experienced business owners or senior managers who wish to establish or purchase a business in Nova Scotia and actively manage it.
Eligibility Requirements:
Age: 21 years or older
Net Worth: Minimum of $600,000 CAD (or $400,000 CAD if the business is outside the Halifax Regional Municipality)
Investment: At least $150,000 CAD (or $100,000 CAD outside HRM) from personal funds
Business Ownership: Must own at least one-third (33.33%) of the business
Experience: Minimum of 3 years as a business owner-manager or 5 years in a senior management role
Language Proficiency: CLB Level 5 in English or French
Intent: Live permanently in Nova Scotia while actively managing the business.
Benefits:
Direct pathway to permanent residency after successfully operating the business
Opportunity to contribute to Nova Scotia’s economy
Access to Canada’s healthcare and education systems.
Ontario
Entrepreneur Stream (CLOSED)
The OINP Entrepreneur Stream is tailored for non-Canadian entrepreneurs who wish to establish a new business or purchase an existing one in Ontario. This stream facilitates economic growth and job creation in the province.
Eligibility Requirements
Business Experience: Minimum of 24 months of full-time business experience in the last 60 months.
Net Worth:
Minimum of $800,000 CAD if the proposed business is within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Minimum of $400,000 CAD if outside the GTA.
Investment:
Minimum personal investment of $600,000 CAD in the GTA.
Minimum of $200,000 CAD outside the GTA.
Ownership: Control at least one-third (33.3%) of the equity in the business.
Job Creation:
Create at least two permanent full-time jobs for Canadian citizens or permanent residents in the GTA.
Create at least one permanent full-time job outside the GTA.
Business Plan: Submit a comprehensive business plan outlining the proposed business’s viability and potential economic benefit to Ontario.
Benefits:
Pathway to Permanent Residency: Successful applicants receive a temporary work permit to establish their business. Upon meeting the program’s requirements, they may be nominated for permanent residency.
Business Opportunities: Access to Ontario’s robust economy and diverse markets.
Support Services: Guidance and support from the Ontario government throughout the application process.
saskatchewan
Entrepreneur Category (Closed)
Overview: This pathway was designed for individuals aiming to establish or acquire a business in Saskatchewan.
Eligibility Requirements:
Minimum net worth of $500,000 CAD.
At least three years of relevant business management or entrepreneurial experience within the past decade.
Investment of at least $300,000 CAD in Regina or Saskatoon, or $200,000 CAD in other Saskatchewan communities.
Ownership of a minimum of one-third of the business equity, unless the total investment exceeded $1 million CAD.
Creation of at least two employment opportunities for Canadian citizens or permanent residents in Saskatchewan.
Benefits:
Pathway to permanent residency for entrepreneurs and their families.
Opportunity to contribute to Saskatchewan’s economic growth.
Access to provincial support and resources for business development.
Farm Owner and Operator Category (Closed)
Overview: This stream targeted individuals with experience in farming who intended to purchase and operate a farm in Saskatchewan.
Eligibility Requirements:
Minimum net worth of $500,000 CAD.
Demonstrated experience in farm ownership, management, or practical farming.
Comprehensive proposal for a commercial farming opportunity in Saskatchewan.
Mandatory exploratory visit to Saskatchewan.
Benefits:
Facilitated immigration pathway for experienced farmers.
Contribution to the sustainability and growth of Saskatchewan’s agricultural sector.
Support from provincial agricultural networks and communities.
quebec
Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP)
Overview: The QIIP is tailored for high-net-worth individuals willing to invest in Quebec’s economy. It offers a route to permanent residency for investors and their families.
Eligibility Requirements:
Non-refundable contribution of CAD 200,000 to Investissement Québec.
Five-year term investment of CAD 1,000,000, guaranteed by the Quebec government.
Minimum net worth of CAD 2 million.
At least two years of management experience within the past five years.
Intermediate proficiency in French (Level 7).
Intention to reside in Quebec
Key Benefits:
Government-guaranteed investment.
No active business management required.
Access to Canada’s healthcare and education systems.
Path to Citizenship
Start-up Visa Program and all the Provincial Programs leads to Permanent Residency and eventually to Canadian Citizenship pathway. After two (2) years of maintaining Permanent Residency, applicant and their eligible family members can apply for Canadian Citizenship, provided all requirements are met.
Benefits of the Canadian Residency
High Quality of Life
Canada ranks among the top countries for life satisfaction, healthcare, education, and safety.Free Healthcare & Education
Permanent residents and citizens benefit from publicly funded healthcare and free education through high school, with world-class universities like University of Toronto and McGill.Strong Job Market & Economic Stability
Opportunities abound in tech, finance, healthcare, construction, and engineering. Canada has low unemployment and a stable financial system.Pathways to Permanent Residency & Citizenship
Programs like Express Entry, Start-Up Visa, and Provincial Nominee Programs offer accessible routes for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and investors.Multicultural & Inclusive Society
Canada embraces diversity, offering a welcoming environment for immigrants and their families.Beautiful and Clean Environment
Canada’s cities consistently rank among the world’s most livable, with fresh air, green spaces, and sustainable urban planning.
Next Steps
Ready to make Canada your new home?
The process begins with selecting the right immigration pathway—whether through entrepreneurship, investment, or skilled migration. Once you confirm your eligibility, the next steps include gathering required documents, submitting your application, and preparing for interviews or assessments. Our team will guide you through every phase, from choosing the best program to securing your Canadian permanent residency.
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