1. British Columbia: The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) offers several streams for entrepreneurs and investors who want to establish or expand a business in the province.
2. Alberta: The Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) offers a self-employed farmer stream and an entrepreneur stream for individuals who want to start or buy a business in the province.
3. Saskatchewan: The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has an entrepreneur category for business people who want to start, acquire or partner in a business in the province.
4. Manitoba: The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) offers a business investor stream and an entrepreneur pathway for individuals who want to invest in or start a business in the province.
5. Ontario: The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has a corporate stream for established international corporations looking to expand into Ontario, as well as an entrepreneur stream for individuals who want to start a business in the province.
6. Quebec: The Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP) and Quebec Entrepreneur Program (QEP) are designed to attract experienced business people who want to invest in or start a business in the province.
7. New Brunswick: The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) offers an entrepreneur stream for individuals who want to start or purchase a business in the province.
8. Nova Scotia: The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) has an entrepreneur stream for individuals who want to start or purchase a business in the province.
9. Prince Edward Island: The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) offers an entrepreneur stream for individuals who want to start or purchase a business in the province.
10. Newfoundland and Labrador: The Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) has an entrepreneur category for individuals who want to start or buy a business in the province.
It’s important to note that each program has specific eligibility requirements, including minimum net worth, investment thresholds, language proficiency, and business experience. Prospective business immigrants should carefully review the program criteria and seek professional guidance to determine the best path for their circumstances.
