Business
Business
Canada welcomes successful business people who are seeking new opportunities and challenges. The Business Immigration Program is designed to encourage and facilitate the admission of these individuals. Both the federal and provincial/territorial governments welcome business immigrants and offer services to help immigrants start a business and settle in Canada.
Start-up Visa
Canada's start-up visa program gives entrepreneurs the opportunity to immigrate to Canada in order to establish a new business. Immigrant entrepreneurs must demonstrate that their business is innovative, will create new jobs for Canadians, and can compete on a global scale.
Requirements
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Letter of support from a designated organization
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Intermediate language proficiency (English or French)
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Proof of one year of post-secondary education
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Sufficient settlement funds
Self Employed
The Self-employed Persons Program allows people to immigrate to Canada permanently as a self-employed person. If you’re interested in this program, you must have relevant experience in cultural activities or athletics and be willing and able to make a significant contribution to the cultural or athletic life of Canada.
Requirements
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Two years of relevant experience
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Intermediate language proficiency (English or French)
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Proof of education
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Sufficient settlement funds