Business & Investment Pathways to Canada  

Eligibility (Who Qualifies)

You may qualify if you:

• Have a qualifying innovative business idea

• Secure support from a designated organization (venture capital fund, angel investor group, or business incubator)

• Meet language requirements in English or French

• Have sufficient settlement funds

• Intend to actively manage the business in Canada

Documents Checklist (Basic)

• Valid passport

• Business plan (if required)

• Proof of business ownership or management experience

• Financial documents (net worth, investment funds, settlement funds)

• Letter of support (SUV or provincial stream, if applicable)

• Corporate documents (for ICT applications)

• Language test results (if required)

• Police certificates

• Medical examination results

Document requirements vary by pathway and applicant profile.

Steps / Process Timeline

1. Business concept assessment

2. Engagement with designated organization

3. Receipt of Letter of Support

4. Permanent residence application submission

5. Optional work permit application (if applicable)

6. IRCC decision and landing

Fees & Timeline

Government Fees (Subject to Change)

• Permanent residence processing fees (where applicable)

• Biometrics fees (if applicable)

Processing Time

• Varies based on intake and complexity

Processing times are estimates and subject to IRCC discretion.

Eligibility (Who Qualifies)

You may qualify if you:

• Have prior business ownership or senior management experience

• Meet provincial net worth and investment requirements

• Are willing to establish or purchase a business in a specific province

• Commit to actively managing the business locally

Requirements vary by province and stream.

Documents Checklist (Basic)

• Valid passport

• Business plan (if required)

• Proof of business ownership or management experience

• Financial documents (net worth, investment funds, settlement funds)

• Letter of support (SUV or provincial stream, if applicable)

• Corporate documents (for ICT applications)

• Language test results (if required)

• Police certificates

• Medical examination results

Document requirements vary by pathway and applicant profile.

Steps / Process Timeline

1. Eligibility assessment and Expression of Interest (EOI)

2. Provincial invitation and application

3. Business establishment and performance period

4. Nomination by province

5. Permanent residence application to IRCC

Fees & Timeline

Government Fees (Subject to Change)

• Permanent residence processing fees (where applicable)

• Biometrics fees (if applicable)

Processing Time

• Varies based on intake and complexity

Processing times are estimates and subject to IRCC discretion.

Eligibility (Who Qualifies)

You may qualify if you:

• Have relevant self-employed experience in cultural activities or athletics

• Can demonstrate the ability and intention to become self-employed in Canada

• Can make a meaningful contribution to Canada’s cultural or athletic life

Documents Checklist (Basic)

• Valid passport

• Business plan (if required)

• Proof of business ownership or management experience

• Financial documents (net worth, investment funds, settlement funds)

• Letter of support (SUV or provincial stream, if applicable)

• Corporate documents (for ICT applications)

• Language test results (if required)

• Police certificates

• Medical examination results

Document requirements vary by pathway and applicant profile.

Steps / Process Timeline

1. Eligibility assessment

2. Documentation of self-employment experience

3. Permanent residence application submission

4. IRCC review and decision

Fees & Timeline

Government Fees (Subject to Change)

• Permanent residence processing fees (where applicable)

• Biometrics fees (if applicable)

Processing Time

• Varies based on intake and complexity

Processing times are estimates and subject to IRCC discretion.

Eligibility (Who Qualifies)

You may qualify if you:

• Are employed by a foreign company with a qualifying relationship to a Canadian entity

• Are being transferred to Canada in an executive, senior managerial, or specialized knowledge role

• Meet business viability and operational requirements (especially for start-ups)

ICTs are LMIA-exempt work permits and may support long-term immigration planning.

Documents Checklist (Basic)

• Valid passport

• Business plan (if required)

• Proof of business ownership or management experience

• Financial documents (net worth, investment funds, settlement funds)

• Letter of support (SUV or provincial stream, if applicable)

• Corporate documents (for ICT applications)

• Language test results (if required)

• Police certificates

• Medical examination results

Document requirements vary by pathway and applicant profile.

Steps / Process Timeline

1. Corporate eligibility assessment

2. Business plan and compliance review

3. Work permit application submission

4. Entry to Canada and business operations

Fees & Timeline

Government Fees (Subject to Change)

• Permanent residence processing fees (where applicable)

• Work permit processing fees (ICT)

• Biometrics fees (if applicable)

Processing Time

• Varies by country and application method

Processing times are estimates and subject to IRCC discretion.