Canada Business Immigration Overview
Canada remains one of the most sought-after destinations for business investors and entrepreneurs. With expanding cross-border investment opportunities, many foreign investors are growing their net worth while contributing to Canada’s economic development.
XIPHIAS Immigration, a Canada-registered ICCRC consultancy, provides strategic guidance for investors seeking to establish or expand their ventures in Canada. Most of Canada’s business immigration programs can lead to Permanent Residency (PR) after meeting specific requirements.
Start-Up Visa Program
To promote innovation and global entrepreneurship, Canada introduced the Start-Up Visa Program.
It supports entrepreneurs with viable business ideas who can secure support from designated organizations through a Letter of Support and funding or partnership as needed.
XIPHIAS works closely with Canadian business incubators and investment houses to help entrepreneurs secure the necessary support and launch their ventures.
Provincial & Federal Business Immigration Pathways
Manitoba Business Investor Stream (BIS)
Manitoba’s BIS offers two major options:
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Entrepreneur Pathway:
Invest in or start a business in Manitoba. This stream replaces the former MPNP-B and evaluates applicants based on personal net worth, investment capacity, and business experience. -
Farm Investor Pathway:
For those interested in agricultural or farm business investments in Manitoba. Applicants must demonstrate farming and agri-business management experience.
Prince Edward Island (PEI) Entrepreneur Program
The PEI Business Immigration Visa operates via an Entrepreneur Nomination program.
Eligible sectors include farming, fisheries, tourism, and aerospace.
Qualified investors who meet the proof of funds and eligibility criteria can receive a provincial nomination, paving the way for Permanent Residency with IRCC.
Saskatchewan SINP — Entrepreneur & Farm Categories
The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) features two business categories:
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Entrepreneur Category:
For investors establishing or purchasing a business in Saskatchewan. -
Farm Category:
For investors with proven farm or agri-business experience.
Certain SINP programs are aligned with Canada’s Express Entry system, allowing faster PR processing upon provincial nomination.
British Columbia Entrepreneur Immigration
The BC Entrepreneur Program is one of the most popular provincial options.
Investors typically arrive on a work permit to conduct research, prepare a business plan, and fulfill provincial requirements.
Once performance conditions are met, BC may issue a provincial nomination, allowing the applicant to apply for PR with IRCC.
A related option is the New Brunswick Entrepreneurial Program, which follows a similar model of business setup leading to PR.
Ontario OINP — Entrepreneur Stream
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Entrepreneur Stream caters to high-net-worth individuals who can prove business experience and financial capacity.
Upon meeting investment and operational criteria, investors may receive a provincial nomination, making them eligible for Canada PR.
How These Programs Work
Most provincial entrepreneur and investor pathways follow this structure:
- Apply for a work permit to establish or manage the business in Canada.
- Meet performance or investment milestones during the conditional period.
- Receive a provincial nomination upon successful completion.
- Apply for Permanent Residency (PR) with IRCC using your nomination certificate.
Unlike other skilled migration routes, these programs often do not require language benchmarks or an Express Entry profile.
Why Choose XIPHIAS Immigration
- ICCRC-registered immigration consultancy for authorized representation.
- End-to-end support — from program selection and documentation to investment facilitation.
- Strong networks with Canadian business houses and designated organizations.
- Decades of experience managing successful investor and entrepreneur immigration cases.
Contact Our Experts
For tailored advice and eligibility assessment, reach out to us:
- Phone: +91-9019-400-500
- Email: [email protected]
FAQs
1. What are the main Canada business immigration options?
The top options include the Start-Up Visa and provincial entrepreneur/investor streams under the PNP such as Manitoba BIS, PEI Entrepreneur, Saskatchewan SINP, BC Entrepreneur Immigration, and OINP Entrepreneur.
2. Do I need a language test for investor or entrepreneur streams?
Many PNP entrepreneur/investor streams emphasize net worth, investment value, and business experience. Some may not require a language test, but it’s always best to check specific program requirements.
3. How does the Start-Up Visa work?
You must have a viable business plan, support from a designated organization, and a Letter of Support. These lead to a work permit and eventual Permanent Residency.
4. How do provincial entrepreneur programs lead to PR?
Most applicants begin with a work permit, fulfill performance conditions, then receive a provincial nomination. The nomination allows you to apply for PR through IRCC.
