PNP Business Streams

PNP business streams allow foreign nationals with business experience or innovative ideas to apply for permanent residence by starting or purchasing a business in a specific province or territory.

Each program is operated independently by its province or territory and targets local economic needs. Most are work permit to PR pathways, requiring applicants to actively run the business before receiving a nomination.

Ideal for post-secondary graduates between the ages of 18 and 35, this program fosters international career growth, cultural exchange, and future immigration potential.

General eligibility requirements across provinces typically include:

• 2–3 years of experience in business ownership or senior management
• Net worth of $300,000 to $800,000 CAD (verified by third party)
• Investment of $150,000 to $600,000 CAD in a new or existing business
• Active management role
• Job creation for Canadian citizens or PRs
• Exploratory visit and/or Expression of Interest (EOI) in most cases

Additional requirements may include language testing, business performance agreements, and minimum residency in the province.

✅ British Columbia (BC PNP)

• Entrepreneur Immigration – Base Stream: For experienced entrepreneurs to start or buy a business in BC. Min. investment: $200,000 CAD; net worth: $600,000 CAD.
• Entrepreneur Immigration – Regional Pilot: For small communities (currently paused but may reopen). Lower thresholds; community support required.

✅ Ontario (OINP)

• Entrepreneur Stream: For starting or buying a business. Min. investment: $200,000–$600,000 CAD depending on business location. Net worth: $400,000–$800,000 CAD.

✅ Alberta (AAIP)

• Rural Entrepreneur Stream: For those starting a business in rural Alberta. Investment: $100,000 CAD; Net worth: $300,000 CAD.
• Graduate Entrepreneur Stream: For Alberta post-secondary graduates. No minimum investment or net worth, but strong business plan required.
• Farm Stream: For investors with experience in farm management. Investment and net worth assessed case by case.

✅ Saskatchewan (SINP)

• Entrepreneur Stream: For general business investors. Investment: $300,000 CAD in Regina/Saskatoon or $200,000 CAD elsewhere. Net worth: $500,000 CAD.
• Farm Owner and Operator Stream: For individuals with farming experience and ability to invest in agriculture. Investment: $150,000+ CAD.

✅ Manitoba (MPNP)

• Entrepreneur Pathway: Investment: $250,000 CAD in Winnipeg or $150,000 CAD outside Winnipeg. Net worth: $500,000 CAD. Performance Agreement required.
• Farm Investor Pathway: For those with farm management experience and intent to own a farm in rural Manitoba. Investment: $300,000 CAD.

✅ Nova Scotia (NSNP)

• Entrepreneur Stream: For experienced business owners. Investment: $150,000 CAD; Net worth: $600,000 CAD.
• International Graduate Entrepreneur Stream: For graduates from NS institutions who have operated a business for at least one year. No minimum investment or net worth.

✅ New Brunswick (NBPNP)

• Business Immigration Stream: Investment: $150,000 CAD; Net worth: $500,000 CAD. Mandatory exploratory visit and business plan.

✅ Prince Edward Island (PEI PNP)

• Work Permit Stream: Requires active management of a PEI-based business for at least 1 year before nomination. Investment: $150,000 CAD. Net worth: $600,000 CAD.

✅ Newfoundland and Labrador (NLPNP)

• International Entrepreneur Stream: Investment: $200,000 CAD; Net worth: $600,000 CAD.
• International Graduate Entrepreneur Stream: For graduates of NL institutions who own and operate a business for at least one year.

✅ Yukon (YNP)

• Business Nominee Program: Investment: $300,000 CAD; Net worth: $500,000 CAD. Must own 1/3 of the business and create at least one job for a Canadian or PR.

✅ Northwest Territories (NTNP)

• Business Stream: Investment: $300,000 CAD (in Yellowknife) or $150,000 CAD (elsewhere); Net worth: $500,000–$250,000 CAD depending on location.