If you're considering relocating to Canada as an investor, your best bet is to pursue the general Start-up Visa Program. To ensure success with your visa application, you must meet specific criteria, including having an innovative business idea, creating employment opportunities for Canadians, and demonstrating the ability to compete globally.

Requirements for Investors:

• Have a viable business venture
• Demonstrate intermediate proficiency in both English and French (Canadian Benchmark Level 5)
• Obtain a letter of support from a designated institution (with a minimum funding commitment of $200,000 CDN from a designated Venture Capital Organization, $75,000 from a supported Angel Investor, or a Business Incubator)
• Possess sufficient funds to establish yourself in Canada.

Entrepreneurs aspiring to contribute to the Canadian economy and unlock opportunities are encouraged to pursue this immigration pathway. Successful candidates not only have the chance to establish a business in Canada but also secure permanent residency.

Entrepreneurship Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Entrepreneur Program, applicants must:

• Establish, acquire, or develop a substantial stake in a Canadian business within two years of arrival, leading to significant economic contributions.
• Engage actively in the ongoing management of the business.
• Employ at least one Canadian citizen or permanent resident, excluding the entrepreneur and their dependents.

To ensure compliance with these requirements, entrepreneurs are required to regularly report their progress to immigration authorities within the specified two-year timeframe.

The business migration pathway targets individuals intending to establish or acquire a business in Canada, demonstrating a significant commitment to the country's economy, social fabric, or cultural landscape.

Eligibility for the Self-employed Persons Program requires candidates to:

• Possess relevant experience (minimum of 2 years within the last 5 years).
• Demonstrate readiness and willingness to be self-employed in Canada.
• Fulfill the program's selection criteria (minimum of 35 points).
• Meet the requirements for medical, security, and other considerations.

Selection criteria are based on:

• Work experience
• Educational background
• Age
• Language proficiency
• Adaptability