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💼 Business & Entrepreneur Immigration

You have a vision.
Canada has the ecosystem.

Canada's startup visa, entrepreneur streams, and investor pathways are designed for people exactly like you — with an idea, a track record, and the ambition to build something that lasts. Let's match them.

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Canada wants
your ideas.

Canada has positioned itself as a global destination for entrepreneurs and innovators. The Start-Up Visa program is one of the most progressive in the world — it doesn't require you to already be wealthy or have millions to invest. It requires an idea and a designated organisation to back you.

Beyond the startup ecosystem, provincial entrepreneur streams, the self-employed program, and intra-company transfers give business owners and executives multiple entry points.

🌍 Globally Competitive Canada ranked #3 globally for startup ecosystems. Tax incentives, R&D grants, and BDC financing support growth.
🏦 Capital Access Access to venture capital, BDC loans, government grants, and SR&ED tax credits that can fund your operations.
🌐 Talent Pool Canada's Global Talent Stream gives startups a 2-week work permit for world-class international tech talent.
📍 Strategic Geography North American market access, US border proximity, and strong trade agreements with 50+ countries.

From idea to
permanent resident.

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Start-Up Visa Program

Canada's flagship entrepreneur immigration pathway. Bring an innovative business idea, secure backing from a designated Canadian VC fund, angel investor group, or business accelerator — and apply for permanent residency directly.

⏱ 12–36 monthsDirect to PR
Assess my startup →
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Provincial Entrepreneur Streams

Many provinces operate entrepreneur immigration streams outside the federal system — often with lower net worth requirements and more flexibility on business type. BC, Ontario, Alberta, and the Atlantic provinces all have active streams.

⏱ 18–36 monthsProvince-Specific
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Self-Employed Persons Program

For world-class athletes, artists, cultural workers, and farm operators who intend to be self-employed in Canada and can make a significant contribution to Canadian cultural or athletic life.

⏱ 24–36 monthsDirect to PR
Check eligibility →
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Intra-Company Transfer

Executives, managers, and specialised knowledge workers at multinational companies can transfer to a Canadian subsidiary, affiliate, or parent company — with a path to permanent residency through the ICT work permit.

⏱ 3–8 monthsCompany Required
Assess ICT eligibility →

Your business belongs in Canada.
Let's prove it.

Book a Clarity Call and let's map your business immigration strategy — startup visa, provincial entrepreneur stream, or intra-company transfer. We'll find the fastest route.