The Start-Up Visa Program offers permanent residency to innovative entrepreneurs who can build high-growth businesses in Canada.
To qualify, you must secure support from a designated venture capital fund, angel investor group, or business incubator, and meet basic language, education, and settlement fund requirements.

It’s ideal for founders ready to scale globally with Canadian support.

Provincial Entrepreneur Streams are immigration pathways that allow experienced business owners or senior managers to obtain permanent residency by investing in and operating a business in a specific Canadian province.

Each province has its own criteria, including minimum net worth, investment amount, business plan, and active involvement in daily operations.

The Quebec Investor Program is a specialized immigration stream for high-net-worth individuals who want to obtain permanent residency by making a passive investment in Quebec’s economy.

Applicants must demonstrate significant management experience, a legally acquired net worth of at least CAD $2 million, and commit to a CAD $1 million investment through an approved financial intermediary.

The Self-Employed Persons Program offers permanent residency to professionals in arts, culture, recreation, or athletics who have at least 2 years of relevant experience and can make a significant contribution to Canada’s cultural or athletic life.

No job offer or investment is required—just proof of your talent, track record, and intent to be self-employed in Canada.