If you are a business person looking to immigrate to Canada to start a business or invest in one, the following immigrations streams are a great option. They look to attract individuals with business or managerial experience who can help with the development of the Canadian economy.
There are also different investor or entrepreneur immigration streams under the PNP business immigration program if you have an idea on which province you prefer to settle down in.
Federal Business Immigration Programs
This option has been created for individuals who are self-employed or looking to start a business in Canada. It’s also for those who have quite a substantially high net worth and wish to help support and grow the Canadian economy. They may be eligible to immigrate as a permanent resident under one of the following programs:
Quebec Business Immigration
Individuals interested in living in Quebec have the option of immigrating under the Quebec Investor Program, Quebec Entrepreneur Program, or the Quebec Self-Employed Worker Program
Provincial Nominee Program
Each province operates its own PNP for eligible candidates with entrepreneurial or managerial experience and as such have their own eligibility criteria. Successful applicants are able to submit an application for permanent residence at the federal level.