New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) – Entrepreneurial Stream

Start, acquire, or manage a business in New Brunswick and unlock your pathway to Canadian Permanent Residency.

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At a glance

Quick facts

Minimum investment: CA$250,000; Currency: CAD

Typical timeline: 20 months; From application start

Highlights

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1Do you have at least 3 years of business ownership experience?

Yes

2Can you invest a minimum of CAD 250,000 in a New Brunswick business?

Yes

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Program overview

The New Brunswick Entrepreneurial Stream under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) is designed for experienced entrepreneurs ready to establish, acquire, or operate a business in the province. This program provides a clear pathway to Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) for applicants who actively manage their enterprise and contribute to the province’s economy.

Investment overview

Applicants are required to make a minimum eligible investment of CAD 250,000 in a qualifying New Brunswick business and demonstrate a minimum net worth of CAD 600,000. An exploratory visit and an approved business plan are mandatory before applying.

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Estimated program totals

CAD: CA$850,000

Required proof of funds

CAD: CA$600,000

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
Item	Price	When	Notes
Minimum Business Investment	CA$250,000	At the time of business setup or purchase	Investment in an eligible business within New Brunswick.
Net Worth Requirement	CA$600,000	Before submitting full application	Verified through an approved third-party service.
Language Requirement	CA$0	During eligibility assessment	Minimum CLB/NCLC 5 in English or French.
Exploratory Visit	CA$0	Before Expression of Interest (EOI) submission	Mandatory in-person visit to New Brunswick before applying.

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Proof of funds

Proof of Net WorthCA$600,000
Must be legally obtained and verifiable.

Required (CAD): CA$600,000

Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.

Eligibility

At least 3 years of business ownership or 5 years of senior management experience.
Minimum net worth of CAD 600,000 verified by a third-party service.
Invest at least CAD 250,000 in an eligible New Brunswick business.
Meet CLB/NCLC 5 language level in English or French.
Complete an exploratory visit before submitting your application.

Key benefits

Pathway to Canadian Permanent Residency through business ownership in New Brunswick.
Include spouse and dependents in one PR application.
Access to New Brunswick’s growing economy and supportive business environment.
Provincial guidance and faster route to PR after one year of operation.

Application process

Process

How it works

5 steps

Step 1: Submit Expression of Interest (EOI)
Register your EOI through the New Brunswick immigration portal.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 2: Conduct Exploratory Visit
Visit New Brunswick to assess business opportunities and prepare your plan.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 3: Submit Full Application
Provide business plan, verified net worth, and required documents.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 4: Apply for Work Permit
After approval, obtain a work permit to start and manage your business.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 5: Operate Business & Apply for PR
Run the business for one year to qualify for provincial nomination and PR.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks