Canada Investor Visa

Introduction about Canada

Country Key Data

Passport Ranking: Top 10 globally
Visa-Free Travel: 185+ countries
Population: ~40 million
GDP per Capita: ~CAD 65,000
Capital: Ottawa
Currency: Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Government Type: Federal parliamentary democracy

Canada’s provincial business immigration pathways are significant because:

They support regional economic diversification, especially in smaller communities
They replace the discontinued federal investor program with more targeted models
They encourage entrepreneurship, innovation, and small business formation
They balance immigration selection by aligning business expertise with provincial priorities
They offer a genuine pathway for global entrepreneurs to build businesses in Canada

Why Choose This Program?

Program Qualifications

Minimum net worth (varies by province)

Minimum investment into a business (ranges widely)

Relevant business ownership or senior management experience

Commitment to reside in the province

Create jobs for Canadian citizens or permanent residents

Submit a business plan

Participate in an exploratory visit (required by some provinces)

Meet language requirements (often CLB 4+)

Benefits

Investment Options

Option 1: Entrepreneur Stream

Start or buy a business

Investment: CAD 100,000–600,000+

Net worth: CAD 300,000–600,000+

Active management required

Create ≥1 Canadian job

Active management required

Option 2: Regional / Rural Entrepreneur

Business in designated rural areas

Investment: CAD 100,000–200,000

Net worth: CAD 300,000–500,000

Residency commitment

Create ≥1 job

Option 3: Owner-Operator Pathway

Buy or operate a Canadian business

Major ownership (often 50%+)

Major ownership (often 50%+)No fixed investment threshold

Actively manage business

Work Permit → PNP / PR

Option 4: Start-Up / Innovation Pathway

Innovative, scalable business

Support from designated incubator/VC

Active founder role

CLB 5+ language

No minimum net worth requirement

Roadmap to Residency

Submit Expression of Interest (EOI)

Receive invitation from the province

Attend interview or exploratory visit

Sign Performance Agreement

Apply for work permit

Establish or purchase business in the province

Operate business and meet job creation requirements

Province issues nomination for PR

Apply to IRCC for permanent residency

Obtain Canadian PR status

Step-by-Step Application Guide

Step 1: Determine Eligibility by Province

Compare net worth, investment levels, and business background.

Step 2: Submit EOI

Ranking is points-based.

Step 3: Business Plan Development

Detail economic contribution, job creation, and market strategy.

Step 4: Apply for Work Permit

Enter Canada legally to start operations.

Step 5: Establish and Operate Business

Typically 12–24 months of active operation.

Step 6: Performance Review

Province confirms whether all terms were met.

Step 7: Nomination for PR

After requirements are fulfilled

Step 8: Federal PR Application

IRCC processes background and admissibility checks.

Risks & Realities

Pros

Pathway to permanent residency

Lower investment thresholds than typical investor visas

Large variety of provinces and sectors to choose from

Opportunity to build or buy a business in Canada

Family-friendly with strong education and healthcare systems

Cons

Active business management required

PR is not guaranteed — performance must be proven

Each province has different rules and quotas

Language requirements may apply

Rural programs may require relocation outside major cities

“Canada is more than a destination — it’s where your family’s next chapter begins. Take the first step today toward a life of peace, prosperity, and purpose.”

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