Business
Federal Investor Program (Terminated)
The Federal Investment Immigration Program aims to entice individuals with business experience to invest in the Canadian economy with the goal of increasing employment and fostering economic development within its participating provinces and territories.
By making a five-year, guaranteed investment of $800,000 CAD, eligible immigrant investors and their families can obtain permanent resident status in Canada, provided they meet the following requirements.
Federal Investor Immigrant Program Requirements
- Have a personal net worth of at least $1.6 million CAD;
- Make a guaranteed investment of $800,000 CAD of your own funds for five years;
- Intend to reside in any Canadian province or territory with the exception of Quebec;
- Own a qualifying business or manage a minimum of 5 employees within a business.
Your investment is guaranteed to be reimbursed at the end of the five-year term, with zero interest paid. As an alternative to making an $800,000 investment, you may instead choose to pay a one-time, non-refundable financing fee of $200,000. This fee will be paid to an authorized financial intermediary, who will, in turn, make a capital investment of $800,000 in your name.
The Government of Canada is seeking investors, business managers, and entrepreneurs of all shapes and sizes who are interested in settling and seeking new opportunities in Canada to apply to the wide range of fast-tracked Business Immigration Programs.
Federal Business Immigration Programs
Whether 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 the skills and experience of successful business persons who want to settle in any province except Quebec.
Quebec Business Immigration Programs
Quebec is calling all business immigrants to take advantage of their array of Self-Employed, Investor, and Entrepreneur Immigration Programs. Devised to foster economic growth and create job opportunities on a provincial level, Quebec’s unique Business Immigration Programs are a great option for potential newcomers searching for entrepreneurial diversity.
Provincial Nominee Programs for Business
Each province and territory operates its own Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), many of which have a stream for candidates with entrepreneurial or management experience. The eligibility criteria and application procedure for each PNP stream varies, but successful applicants will invariably receive a provincial nomination. This provincial nomination then generally permits the applicant to submit an application for permanent residence at the federal level.
About Our Business Immigration Team
With a wealth of opportunities waiting for experienced, business savvy individuals to help propel the growing Canadian economy, our team of experts are ready to help you take the next step in your business immigration endeavors. Guiding you step by step through the immigration process from eligibility to permanent residency, our business immigration team provide first-class support, so you can get back to focusing on your business.
Business Immigration FAQ
If you have a net worth of at least $10 million CAD acquired through legal business investment activities such as a commercial, for-profit business or private sector activities, you could be eligible for the Investor Venture Capital Pilot Program.
Yes. Most streams of Canadian business immigration will require a capital investment from your personal net worth. The Federal Startup Visa and Self-Employed programs are the only streams that do not require some sort of upfront investment.
No. Your permanent residence will not be jeopardized in the event your business fails.
Entrepreneurs wishing to immigrate to Canada with a startup visa must secure a minimum investment of $200,000 from an approved organization or at least $75,000 from a designated angel investor. If your business is accepted into a business incubator program, you are not required to secure an investment.
Yes. If you have at least two years of relevant experience as an artisan, professional athlete or farmer, you could be eligible to come to Canada with a self-employed visa.
