Canada will assist eligible small companies and start-ups in reaching new heights as you work together to strengthen the economy and create jobs for Canadian citizens and permanent residents like yourself.

The federal government and various Canadian provinces provide some enticing options if you wish to immigrate to Canada as an entrepreneur in the Canadian economy.

FEDERAL STARTUP VISA

Immigrant entrepreneurs are encouraged to expand their businesses in Canada under the Start-Up Visa Program. Successful applicants are connected with private sector groups in Canada, where they can get funding, coaching, and expertise in starting and running a business in Canada. Canada’s Start-Up Visa is aimed at entrepreneurs with the potential to start new businesses that can compete globally and create jobs

QUEBEC ENTREPRENEUR PROGRAM

The Quebec Entrepreneur category of Canadian immigration was created to allow qualified business owners and managers to seek permanent residency in Canada if they can successfully establish or own an agricultural, commercial, or industrial firm in Quebec.

PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAMS FOR ENTREPRENEURS

Within their Provincial Nominee Programs, Canada’s provinces provide a variety of entrepreneur categories. Immigrant entrepreneurs might choose one of these categories to settle in a given province.

FEDERAL ENTREPRENEUR PROGRAM

*THIS PROGRAM WAS TERMINATED AND IT IS UNLIKELY THE PROGRAM WILL BE REOPENED IN THE FUTURE. *