BC operates three business streams:
| Program | BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration |
|---|---|
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Minimum Net Worth |
CAD $600,000 |
|
Minimum Investment |
CAD $200,000 OR CAD $400,000 if proposing a Key Staff Member |
|
Experience |
3 + years of business ownership or management experience OR 4 + years of senior management experience OR 1+ year of business ownership & management experience and 2+ years of senior management experience within the last 10 years. |
|
EOI System |
Yes (province publishes info on previous draws) |
|
Managerial Role |
Required |
|
Business Plan |
Required |
|
Exploratory Visit |
Recommended |
|
Interview |
Upon request of BC PNP |
|
Refundable Deposit |
Not required |
|
PR/Work permit |
2-year work period before Letter of Acceptance to apply for Permanent Residence (PR); PR contingent on implementation of the business proposal |
|
Additional Requirements |
Create at least one permanent, full-time job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident with the proposed business |
| Program | BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration — Regional Pilot (open March 2019) |
|---|---|
|
Minimum Net Worth |
CAD $300,000 |
|
Minimum Investment |
CAD $100,000 |
|
Experience |
3 + years of business ownership or management experience OR 4 + years of senior management experience OR 1+ year of business ownership & management experience and 2+ years of senior management experience within the last 5 years. |
|
EOI System |
Yes (province publishes info on previous draws) |
|
Managerial Role |
Required |
|
Business Plan |
Required |
|
Exploratory Visit |
Required |
|
Interview |
Upon request of BC PNP |
|
Refundable Deposit |
Not required |
|
PR/Work permit |
Minimum 12-month work permit period before nomination; PR contingent on implementation of the business proposal |
|
Additional Requirements |
Create at least one permanent, full-time job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident with the proposed business |
The B.C. Entrepreneur Immigration – Strategic Projects stream assists foreign-controlled companies establishing an eligible business in B.C. with the timely entry of foreign key managerial, professional or technical staff who intend to become permanent residents of Canada and settle in B.C.
Company Requirements
Make a minimum equity investment of $500,000 to establish or purchase and expand an eligible business in B.C.
Create at least three new jobs for Canadian citizens or permanent residents for each foreign key staff member proposed (to a maximum of five key staff).
Establish or purchase and expand a company in B.C.
