Please note: Applications are no longer being accepted. This category is on hold until further notice.
You’ve got the drive. You’ve got the experience. You’ve got the plan and you’ve got the net worth. Now you just need the perfect place to launch your business.
The Entrepreneur Program was designed for people just like you. Canada wants you to come and make a positive impact on the economy. You want to move to one of the most business-friendly economies in the entire world. It’s a match made in heaven, and CIP is here to make it happen. We’ll work together to demonstrate your qualifications and eliminate roadblocks so that you can bring your company to Canada as quickly as possible.
As a qualified entrepreneur, you and your immediate family may obtain Canada Immigration (Permanent Resident) Visas. The Federal program is solely for applicants intending to reside in any Canadian province or territory except Quebec. The Entrepreneur Program requires that you establish or acquire a percentage of equity (at least 33.33%) in a qualifying Canadian business, which you must actively manage. The business must create at least one new job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
The table below summarizes the eligibility requirements for the Federal Business Immigration Entrepreneur category.
| Requirements | Federal Program |
| Intended destination | Anywhere in Canada, except Quebec. |
| Minimum net worth | CAD$300,000, legally obtained. |
| Business Experience | Management and ownership of a qualifying business, as defined under the Regulations. |
| Miscellaneous | Medical examination and security background check. |
Our team is ready to help you.
If you think that you’re an entrepreneur who has what it takes to create jobs for Canadians, then contact CIP today. It’s the quickest, easiest, and most cost-effective way to launch your business.
