BUSINESS IMMIGRATION

IMMIGRATION PATHWAY TO PR

business immigration

Canada offers several business immigration programs for individuals interested in exploring investment and business opportunities in the country. These programs are designed to attract experienced businesspeople who can contribute to the Canadian economy. Here are some key business immigration programs in Canada.

business immigration options:

  • Start-up Visa (SUV)
  • Intra-company Transfer (ICT)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • The Owner-operator Program (OOP)

BUSINESS IMMIGRATION overview

The Canadian government actively encourages investors, business managers, and entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds to explore the wide array of fast-tracked Business Immigration Programs. Your expertise and entrepreneurial acumen are invaluable assets that can pave the way for you to invest in your future within Canada’s rapidly expanding and diverse economy.

START-UP VISA

The startup program in Canada attracts and supports innovative entrepreneurs aiming to establish and scale their businesses. The Start-up Visa Program offers a pathway to Canadian permanent residency through support from designated organizations. Eligible entrepreneurs receive assistance and investment from approved angel investor groups, venture capital funds, or business incubators. To determine eligibility for the program, please reach out to us for an assessment. 

The startup program in Canada is designed to attract and support innovative entrepreneurs who have the potential to establish and scale their businesses in the country. It provides a pathway for foreign entrepreneurs to obtain Canadian permanent residency by launching a startup and receiving support from designated organizations. 

The main program under the startup category is the Start-up Visa Program. It allows eligible entrepreneurs to immigrate to Canada with the support of a designated organization, which can be an angel investor group, venture capital fund, or business incubator. These organizations are approved by the Canadian government to provide support and investment to innovative startups. 

To qualify for the Start-up Visa Program, entrepreneurs must meet certain requirements.

In order to assess your eligibility for this program you may contact us.

INTRA-COMPANY TRANSFER

The ICT program allows multinational companies to transfer eligible employees to their Canadian branch without an LMIA. It facilitates the temporary transfer of key personnel and supports company operations in Canada. Qualifying relationships between the foreign and Canadian entities are required. The transferred employee must hold an executive, managerial, or specialized knowledge position and meet specific employment duration criteria. For a detailed assessment of your eligibility, please schedule a consultation with us.  

The Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) program in Canada allows multinational companies to transfer eligible employees from their foreign branch, subsidiary, or parent company to a Canadian branch or office. This program is designed to facilitate the temporary transfer of key personnel within multinational organizations and support their operations in Canada. 

Under the ICT program, eligible employees can apply for a work permit without the need for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). 

To qualify for the ICT program, both the foreign company and the Canadian entity must have a qualifying relationship, such as being a parent company, subsidiary, branch, or affiliate. The employee being transferred must be in an executive, managerial, or specialized knowledge position and have been employed with the foreign company for a certain period, depending on the specific category. 

To further assess your eligibility for this program please book a consultation with us.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Entrepreneurial immigration to Canada is facilitated through diverse programs and streams that encourage and assist individuals in establishing or investing in businesses. These initiatives foster economic growth, innovation, and job opportunities in the country. 

Immigration to Canada through entrepreneurship is possible through various immigration programs and streams designed to attract and support business-minded individuals who wish to establish or invest in businesses in the country. These programs aim to promote economic growth, innovation, and job creation in Canada.

THE OWNER-OPERATOR PROGRAM (OOP)

The Owner-Operator Program (OOP) in Canada enables foreign business owners or managers to acquire a work permit and eventually become permanent residents by purchasing or establishing a business. This program aims to attract experienced entrepreneurs who can contribute to the economy and generate employment opportunities. Through the OOP, entrepreneurs can obtain a work permit to operate their business and later apply for permanent residency through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) or Express Entry system. 

The Owner-Operator Program (OOP) in Canada is a pathway that allows foreign business owners or senior managers to obtain a work permit and eventually transition to permanent residency by purchasing or establishing a business in Canada. It is designed to attract experienced entrepreneurs or managers who can contribute to the Canadian economy and create employment opportunities.

Under the OOP, a foreign entrepreneur can purchase or create a business in Canada and obtain a work permit to operate that business. Once the business is established and meets the program requirements, the entrepreneur can apply for permanent residency through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) or through the Express Entry system.

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