Establish A Business In Canada
How does it work?
«There are different options available to foreigners wishing to start a business in Canada. A foreigner can immigrate to Canada or the province of Quebec under one of the business immigration programs available, such as:
- Business start-up visa program;
- Self-employed workers program
- Quebec Investor Program
- Quebec Entrepreneur Program; and
- Quebec self-employed program.
The business immigration programs do not require the foreigner to run a successful business. The application for permanent residence is not subject to conditions, so if the business is not successful, and provided all other requirements for permanent residence are met, the foreign national will continue to maintain his or her permanent residence status in Canada.
A foreign national does not necessarily have to immigrate to Canada and become a permanent resident to set up a business. Depending on various considerations, including the percentage of ownership of the business, a foreign national may qualify for a work permit under the owner-operator work permit category.»
