{"id":953,"date":"2026-07-23T09:06:56","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T13:06:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/?page_id=953"},"modified":"2026-11-08T08:04:49","modified_gmt":"2026-11-08T13:04:49","slug":"investment","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/investment\/","title":{"rendered":"Canada Investment Visa and Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"953\" class=\"elementor elementor-953\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-492a213 e-con e-atomic-element e-flexbox-base e-default-div e-a531c92 \" data-id=\"492a213\" data-element_type=\"e-flexbox\" data-e-type=\"e-flexbox\" data-interaction-id=\"492a213\">\n    \t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fc16177 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"fc16177\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div 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transition-duration:.01ms!important;\r\n  }\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<header class=\"hero\" id=\"top\">\r\n  <div class=\"hero-media\">\r\n    <img fetchpriority=\"high\"\r\n      src=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Toronto-boardroom-business-planning.jpg\"\r\n      alt=\"Business owners reviewing a business plan in a Toronto boardroom\"\r\n      fetchpriority=\"high\"\r\n      decoding=\"async\"\r\n      width=\"1600\"\r\n      height=\"900\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"wrap hero-inner\">\r\n    <div class=\"hero-copy\">\r\n      <span class=\"eyebrow\">Canada Business Immigration \u00b7 2026 Guide<\/span>\r\n      <h1>Canada Investment Visa &amp; Business Immigration<\/h1>\r\n      <p class=\"lead\">\r\n        Explore entrepreneur immigration, provincial business programs, Quebec investor\r\n        pathways, C11 work permits and buying a business in Canada\u2014with guidance based on\r\n        your business profile, capital and immigration goals.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"hero-status\" role=\"status\">\r\n        <span class=\"status-dot\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\r\n        <span>\r\n          <strong>Program update:<\/strong> Start-Up Visa and Self-Employed Persons Program\r\n          applications are paused. Provincial and Quebec pathways have their own requirements\r\n          and availability.\r\n        <\/span>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"btns\">\r\n        <a class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/book-consultation\/\">\r\n          Book a Business Immigration Consultation\r\n          <span class=\"arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span>\r\n        <\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"btn btn-outline\" href=\"#programs\">Compare Business Pathways<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"hero-meta\">\r\n        <span>For business owners and senior managers<\/span>\r\n        <span>Capital and source-of-funds planning<\/span>\r\n        <span>Pathway guidance without guarantees<\/span>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/header>\r\n\r\n<nav class=\"toc\" aria-label=\"On this page\">\r\n  <div class=\"wrap toc-row\">\r\n    <a href=\"#overview\">Investment Visa Meaning<\/a>\r\n    <a href=\"#status\">Program Status<\/a>\r\n    <a href=\"#programs\">Business Programs<\/a>\r\n    <a href=\"#profile\">Who May Fit<\/a>\r\n    <a href=\"#investment\">Investment &amp; Net Worth<\/a>\r\n    <a href=\"#c11\">C11 Work Permit<\/a>\r\n    <a href=\"#compare\">Buy vs Start vs Franchise<\/a>\r\n    <a href=\"#process\">Process<\/a>\r\n    <a href=\"#documents\">Documents<\/a>\r\n    <a href=\"#faq\">FAQs<\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/nav>\r\n\r\n<main>\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"overview\" style=\"background:#fff\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap intro-grid\">\r\n      <div class=\"intro-copy\">\r\n        <span class=\"eyebrow\">Understanding the search term<\/span>\r\n        <h2 style=\"margin-top:15px\">\u201cCanada Investment Visa\u201d can refer to several pathways<\/h2>\r\n        <p>\r\n          People search for <strong>Canada Investment Visa<\/strong>, <strong>Canada investor visa<\/strong>,\r\n          <strong>Canada Business Immigration<\/strong>, <strong>Entrepreneur Immigration Canada<\/strong>\r\n          and <strong>Canada PR by investment<\/strong>. These phrases do not all refer to one\r\n          federal immigration program.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <p>\r\n          Depending on your profile, you may need to compare provincial entrepreneur streams,\r\n          a business-owner work permit strategy, Quebec business immigration or buying an\r\n          existing Canadian business. The right route depends on your ownership or management\r\n          experience, source of funds, investment capacity, language ability and intended province.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <aside class=\"depth-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">01<\/div>\r\n        <h3>Start with your business profile\u2014not the visa label<\/h3>\r\n        <p>\r\n          A company purchase, large net worth or passive investment does not automatically create\r\n          Canadian permanent residence. Match the business plan to a current immigration program\r\n          before committing funds.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/aside>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section compact\" id=\"status\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"status-panel\">\r\n        <div>\r\n          <span class=\"eyebrow eyebrow-light\">Current program status \u00b7 reviewed November 8, 2026<\/span>\r\n          <h2 style=\"margin-top:14px\">Which Canada business immigration programs are open?<\/h2>\r\n          <p>\r\n            IRCC has paused new Start-Up Visa applications and the Self-Employed Persons Program.\r\n            Provincial entrepreneur streams and Quebec business programs have separate rules,\r\n            application windows and selection criteria. Confirm availability with the relevant\r\n            government before preparing an application or transferring money.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <a class=\"btn btn-cream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/start-visa.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n          Check IRCC Program Updates <span class=\"arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2197<\/span>\r\n        <\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"programs\" style=\"background:#fff\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n        <span class=\"eyebrow\">Canada entrepreneur and investor pathways<\/span>\r\n        <h2>Business immigration programs to evaluate<\/h2>\r\n        <p>\r\n          Program status, investment criteria and intake windows change. These route categories\r\n          can help you decide what to research; they do not determine whether you qualify.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"grid-3\">\r\n        <article class=\"card program-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"program-top\">\r\n            <h3>Provincial Entrepreneur Programs<\/h3>\r\n            <span class=\"status-chip chip-review\">Province-specific<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Provincial business streams may suit experienced owners or senior managers who plan\r\n            to establish or acquire and actively operate a business in a particular province.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Business experience and management history<\/li>\r\n            <li>Net worth and eligible investment requirements<\/li>\r\n            <li>Business plan and local economic contribution<\/li>\r\n            <li>Possible performance or residency conditions<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/provincial-nominees.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n            Explore official PNP information \u2197\r\n          <\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"card program-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"program-top\">\r\n            <h3>Quebec Investor and Business Programs<\/h3>\r\n            <span class=\"status-chip chip-review\">Quebec process<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Quebec has its own business immigration framework for investors, entrepreneurs and\r\n            self-employed applicants. Applicants generally apply to Quebec first and may need a\r\n            Quebec Selection Certificate before the federal permanent residence stage.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Quebec selection and program-specific conditions<\/li>\r\n            <li>Investor, entrepreneur or self-employed category<\/li>\r\n            <li>Business, financial and language considerations<\/li>\r\n            <li>Separate from the federal PNP framework<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/quebec-business.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n            Review Quebec business immigration \u2197\r\n          <\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"card program-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"program-top\">\r\n            <h3>Start-Up Visa Program<\/h3>\r\n            <span class=\"status-chip chip-paused\">Paused<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <p>\r\n            The federal Start-Up Visa was designed for innovative businesses with potential to\r\n            create Canadian jobs and compete internationally. IRCC is not accepting new\r\n            applications under the current pause.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Check the latest IRCC pause and transition rules<\/li>\r\n            <li>Existing files follow their applicable instructions<\/li>\r\n            <li>Do not assume a new application window<\/li>\r\n            <li>Compare current alternatives before planning<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/investment\/startup-visa\/\">\r\n            Read VisaLine\u2019s Start-Up Visa update \u2192\r\n          <\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"card program-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"program-top\">\r\n            <h3>C11 Entrepreneur Work Permit<\/h3>\r\n            <span class=\"status-chip chip-review\">Temporary work permit<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <p>\r\n            An entrepreneur may be able to seek an LMIA-exempt work permit when the proposed\r\n            Canadian business activity may provide significant benefit. C11 is not a direct\r\n            permanent residence program.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Active business role and credible operating plan<\/li>\r\n            <li>Evidence of expected benefit to Canada<\/li>\r\n            <li>Business viability and source-of-funds review<\/li>\r\n            <li>Any later PR route must be assessed separately<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/investment\/owner-operator-work-permit\/\">\r\n            Explore the C11 owner-operator guide \u2192\r\n          <\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"card program-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"program-top\">\r\n            <h3>Self-Employed Persons Program<\/h3>\r\n            <span class=\"status-chip chip-paused\">Paused<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <p>\r\n            The federal Self-Employed Persons Program is paused for new applications. Check\r\n            current IRCC instructions before treating it as an option.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Program-specific experience requirements<\/li>\r\n            <li>New intake is currently paused<\/li>\r\n            <li>Existing applications may continue to be processed<\/li>\r\n            <li>Alternatives depend on occupation and profile<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/news\/notices\/immigration-measures-entrepreneurs.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n            Read IRCC\u2019s entrepreneur update \u2197\r\n          <\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"card program-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"program-top\">\r\n            <h3>Buy a Business or Franchise<\/h3>\r\n            <span class=\"status-chip chip-review\">Strategy required<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Buying a Canadian business or franchise is a commercial decision first. The purchase\r\n            must fit a valid immigration strategy and cannot by itself guarantee a work permit,\r\n            nomination or permanent residence.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Business acquisition and due diligence<\/li>\r\n            <li>Active management expectations<\/li>\r\n            <li>Work authorization and PR strategy<\/li>\r\n            <li>Contract, liability and operating risks<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <a class=\"card-link\" href=\"#compare\">Compare business models \u2193<\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"note\">\r\n        <strong>Important:<\/strong> Canada does not have one universal federal \u201cinvestment visa\u201d\r\n        with one fixed investment amount that automatically grants permanent residence. Each\r\n        immigration pathway has its own rules and decision process.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section dark\" id=\"profile\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap grid-2\">\r\n      <div>\r\n        <span class=\"eyebrow eyebrow-light\">Canada immigration for business owners<\/span>\r\n        <h2 style=\"margin-top:14px\">Which route may fit your business profile?<\/h2>\r\n        <p class=\"small-light\" style=\"margin-top:14px\">\r\n          Ownership history, senior management experience, net worth, available capital,\r\n          language ability and preferred location can all affect which options are worth\r\n          considering. Review these factors before choosing a province or buying a business.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"btns\" style=\"margin-top:21px\">\r\n          <a class=\"btn btn-cream\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/evaluation-form\/\">\r\n            Request a Profile Evaluation <span class=\"arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span>\r\n          <\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"profile-list\">\r\n        <article class=\"profile-row\">\r\n          <h3>Experienced business owner<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Compare provincial entrepreneur streams, active management requirements, net-worth\r\n            rules and the investment needed for your intended business.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"profile-row\">\r\n          <h3>Senior manager or company executive<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Review ownership, decision-making authority, operating experience and the commercial\r\n            rationale for establishing or acquiring a Canadian business.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"profile-row\">\r\n          <h3>Investor with a higher net worth<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Distinguish personal net worth from required investment, source of funds and any\r\n            Quebec-specific criteria. Passive investment alone may not fit a business pathway.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"profile-row\">\r\n          <h3>Founder planning a start-up<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            The federal Start-Up Visa is paused for new applications. Check official updates\r\n            before paying for a commitment or relying on old program instructions.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section dark\" id=\"investment\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n        <span class=\"eyebrow eyebrow-light\">Minimum investment for Canada immigration<\/span>\r\n        <h2>How much money do you need for Canada business immigration?<\/h2>\r\n        <p>\r\n          There is no single minimum investment for every Canadian business immigration route.\r\n          Requirements vary by program, province, business model and applicant profile.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"money-cards\">\r\n        <article class=\"money-item\">\r\n          <div class=\"money-num\" aria-hidden=\"true\">NW<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Personal net worth<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Eligible assets minus liabilities. Some entrepreneur streams set a minimum personal\r\n            net worth and may ask how those assets were accumulated.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"money-item\">\r\n          <div class=\"money-num\" aria-hidden=\"true\">INV<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Eligible business investment<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Capital committed to establishing, acquiring or expanding a business under the\r\n            selected program. The eligible amount and treatment vary by route.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"money-item\">\r\n          <div class=\"money-num\" aria-hidden=\"true\">SOF<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Source of funds<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Records may be needed to show the lawful origin and movement of business income,\r\n            sale proceeds, investments, inheritance or other funds.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"note\">\r\n        Avoid relying on one online figure for \u201cCanada investor visa minimum investment.\u201d\r\n        Compare the exact program\u2019s net-worth rules, eligible investment, business expenses,\r\n        family costs and settlement funds. Confirm current figures before transferring capital.\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"c11\" style=\"background:#fff\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"c11-panel\">\r\n        <div>\r\n          <span class=\"eyebrow eyebrow-light\">Entrepreneur work permit strategy<\/span>\r\n          <h2 style=\"margin-top:14px\">What is a C11 entrepreneur work permit?<\/h2>\r\n          <p>\r\n            C11 is commonly used to describe an LMIA-exempt entrepreneur work permit route.\r\n            IRCC says an entrepreneur may apply for a work permit without an LMIA when they\r\n            intend to operate a Canadian business that would create or maintain significant\r\n            social, cultural or economic benefits, or jobs for Canadian citizens or permanent\r\n            residents.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <p style=\"margin-top:12px\">\r\n            A C11 work permit is temporary work authorization. It is not itself a permanent\r\n            residence visa, nomination or guarantee of PR. The business plan, applicant\u2019s role,\r\n            commercial viability and evidence of significant benefit matter.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <a class=\"btn btn-cream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ircc.canada.ca\/english\/helpcentre\/answer.asp?qnum=1199&amp;top=17\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n          Check IRCC Entrepreneur Guidance \u2197\r\n        <\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"grid-3\" style=\"margin-top:19px\">\r\n        <article class=\"card\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">01<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Business rationale<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Explain why the business is commercially credible and why you will actively operate it.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">02<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Benefit to Canada<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Document expected economic, social or cultural benefit, including jobs where relevant.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">03<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Separate PR assessment<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Identify any later permanent residence pathway separately. A work permit does not automatically convert to PR.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"compare\" style=\"background:#f5f0e7\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n        <span class=\"eyebrow\">Buy a business in Canada for immigration?<\/span>\r\n        <h2>Buy an existing business, start a company or purchase a franchise?<\/h2>\r\n        <p>\r\n          The business model must make commercial sense and fit the immigration pathway.\r\n          Purchasing a business does not automatically create permanent residence.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"compare-grid\">\r\n        <article class=\"card compare-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">BUY<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Buy an existing business<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            May suit an experienced owner or operator who can assess the company\u2019s financial\r\n            and operational history.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <div class=\"kv-list\">\r\n            <div><span>Potential benefit<\/span><span>Existing operations and records<\/span><\/div>\r\n            <div><span>Key risk<\/span><span>Hidden liabilities and valuation<\/span><\/div>\r\n            <div><span>Immigration check<\/span><span>Active role and program fit<\/span><\/div>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"card compare-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">NEW<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Start a new business<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            May suit an entrepreneur with sector experience, a credible business plan and the\r\n            resources to launch in Canada.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <div class=\"kv-list\">\r\n            <div><span>Potential benefit<\/span><span>Control over the business model<\/span><\/div>\r\n            <div><span>Key risk<\/span><span>Market execution and startup costs<\/span><\/div>\r\n            <div><span>Immigration check<\/span><span>Current route and eligibility<\/span><\/div>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"card compare-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">FR<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Buy a franchise<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            May appeal to applicants seeking an established brand and operating system, while\r\n            still requiring careful financial and legal review.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <div class=\"kv-list\">\r\n            <div><span>Potential benefit<\/span><span>Established brand and model<\/span><\/div>\r\n            <div><span>Key risk<\/span><span>Fees and contractual restrictions<\/span><\/div>\r\n            <div><span>Immigration check<\/span><span>Franchise plus pathway analysis<\/span><\/div>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"note\">\r\n        Before signing a purchase agreement, review business due diligence, source of funds,\r\n        ownership structure, management expectations, work authorization and the immigration\r\n        program\u2019s requirements.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section dark\" id=\"process\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n        <span class=\"eyebrow eyebrow-light\">Canada business immigration process<\/span>\r\n        <h2>How does entrepreneur immigration to Canada usually work?<\/h2>\r\n        <p>\r\n          The exact steps depend on the province and program. Many business immigration files\r\n          involve profile review, business planning, an application or expression of interest,\r\n          business operation and a later nomination or PR stage.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"steps\">\r\n        <article class=\"card step\">\r\n          <h3>Profile review<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Assess business experience, language, net worth, capital and family goals.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card step\">\r\n          <h3>Choose a route<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Compare provincial entrepreneur programs, Quebec options and C11 strategy.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card step\">\r\n          <h3>Plan the business<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Define location, business model, acquisition plan, budget and operating rationale.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card step\">\r\n          <h3>Prepare evidence<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Organize business history, source of funds, net-worth records and documents.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card step\">\r\n          <h3>Apply and operate<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Follow current EOI, work permit or application steps and meet program conditions.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card step\">\r\n          <h3>Review PR stage<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Where available, meet program conditions before proceeding to nomination or PR.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"note\">\r\n        A program\u2019s process, timing, investment level and selection criteria can change.\r\n        Follow current instructions for the province or federal category you are considering.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"documents\" style=\"background:#fff\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n        <span class=\"eyebrow\">Initial document checklist<\/span>\r\n        <h2>What documents are needed for a Canada business immigration assessment?<\/h2>\r\n        <p>\r\n          A clear business and financial profile helps identify realistic options before a\r\n          formal application is prepared. Required documents depend on the route.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"grid-4\">\r\n        <article class=\"card doc\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">01<\/div>\r\n          <strong>Business ownership and management<\/strong>\r\n          <p>Company registration, shareholding, duties, operating history and business results.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card doc\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">02<\/div>\r\n          <strong>Net worth and liabilities<\/strong>\r\n          <p>Assets, liabilities, bank records, property interests and a net-worth overview.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card doc\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">03<\/div>\r\n          <strong>Source of funds<\/strong>\r\n          <p>Evidence showing how funds were earned, accumulated, transferred or invested.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card doc\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">04<\/div>\r\n          <strong>Business concept or purchase<\/strong>\r\n          <p>Business plan, target company, location, investment budget and operating rationale.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card doc\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">05<\/div>\r\n          <strong>Corporate and tax records<\/strong>\r\n          <p>Tax filings, financial statements and supporting corporate documents.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card doc\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">06<\/div>\r\n          <strong>Language and education<\/strong>\r\n          <p>Language test results, education history and relevant professional qualifications.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card doc\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">07<\/div>\r\n          <strong>Identity and family<\/strong>\r\n          <p>Passports, marital status and accompanying family information where relevant.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"card doc\">\r\n          <div class=\"card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">08<\/div>\r\n          <strong>Travel and immigration history<\/strong>\r\n          <p>Previous visas, refusals, status history and Canadian business or employer ties.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section compact\" id=\"consult\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"cta-band\">\r\n        <div>\r\n          <span class=\"eyebrow eyebrow-light\">VisaLine \u00b7 Business Immigration Consultation<\/span>\r\n          <h2 style=\"margin-top:14px\">Choose a pathway before you commit capital<\/h2>\r\n          <p>\r\n            A profile-based discussion can review your ownership or management history, net worth,\r\n            available investment, source of funds, preferred province, business plans and family\r\n            goals. Consultation does not guarantee eligibility or approval.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"btns\">\r\n          <a class=\"btn btn-cream\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/book-consultation\/\">\r\n            Book Your Consultation <span class=\"arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span>\r\n          <\/a>\r\n          <a class=\"btn btn-outline-light\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/evaluation-form\/\">\r\n            Submit a Profile for Evaluation\r\n          <\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"faq\" style=\"background:#f5f0e7\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n        <span class=\"eyebrow\">Canada Investment Visa FAQs<\/span>\r\n        <h2>Canada business immigration questions answered<\/h2>\r\n        <p>\r\n          Program availability, investment requirements, fees and processing times can change.\r\n          Check current government instructions before making plans.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"faq\">\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Is there a Canada Investment Visa in 2026?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            \u201cCanada Investment Visa\u201d is a broad search term, not one single federal visa.\r\n            Depending on the applicant profile, provincial entrepreneur streams, Quebec business\r\n            immigration or a business-owner work permit strategy may be relevant.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>How much money do I need to invest to immigrate to Canada?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            There is no single minimum amount for every Canadian business immigration program.\r\n            Investment and net-worth requirements depend on the province, stream, business model\r\n            and applicant\u2019s circumstances.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Can I get Canadian permanent residence by buying a business?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Buying a business alone does not automatically grant permanent residence. The\r\n            acquisition must fit a valid immigration pathway, and the applicant may need to\r\n            actively manage the business and meet program conditions.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Does buying property in Canada give me an investor visa?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Purchasing Canadian real estate by itself does not create immigration status or a\r\n            permanent residence pathway. Review the requirements of an eligible immigration\r\n            program before investing.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Is the Canada Start-Up Visa still open for new applications?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            IRCC says the Start-Up Visa Program is paused for new applications. Review the\r\n            current official notice and assess alternatives rather than relying on old instructions.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>What are the alternatives to the Start-Up Visa in Canada?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Depending on your experience and goals, options to assess may include provincial\r\n            entrepreneur streams, Quebec business immigration or a qualifying entrepreneur\r\n            work permit strategy. Availability and eligibility vary.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Is a C11 entrepreneur work permit a permanent residence visa?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            No. C11 is a temporary work permit strategy. Any later permanent residence route\r\n            must be assessed separately and is not guaranteed by holding a work permit.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>What is the difference between net worth and investment?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Net worth is generally eligible assets minus liabilities. An investment is capital\r\n            committed to a business or program. A route may assess one or both using its own\r\n            definitions and evidence requirements.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Do I need IELTS for business immigration to Canada?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Language rules vary by business immigration program and province. Check the exact\r\n            stream\u2019s current requirements before assuming a test is or is not required.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Can I buy a franchise in Canada and get PR?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            A franchise purchase does not by itself grant permanent residence. The franchise,\r\n            applicant\u2019s active role, investment, business plan and immigration pathway must align\r\n            with current program rules.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Are Quebec investor and entrepreneur programs federal programs?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Quebec has its own business immigration selection process. Applicants generally apply\r\n            to Quebec and may need a Quebec Selection Certificate before the federal permanent\r\n            residence stage.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>How long does Canada business immigration take?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Processing time depends on the program, province, application completeness and current\r\n            inventory. Check the relevant government\u2019s current processing-time information.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>What documents can prove the source of funds?<\/summary>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Evidence depends on how funds were obtained. It may include business statements,\r\n            tax records, bank statements, sale agreements or inheritance records. The applicant\r\n            should provide a clear, lawful paper trail.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section compact\" id=\"related\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n        <span class=\"eyebrow\">Related VisaLine resources<\/span>\r\n        <h2>Explore business immigration guides and services<\/h2>\r\n        <p>Continue with a related program guide or request an assessment of your business profile.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"carousel-controls\" aria-label=\"Related pages carousel controls\">\r\n        <button type=\"button\" data-vl-scroll=\"-1\" aria-label=\"Scroll related pages left\">\u2190<\/button>\r\n        <button type=\"button\" data-vl-scroll=\"1\" aria-label=\"Scroll related pages right\">\u2192<\/button>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"related\" data-vl-carousel tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Related VisaLine pages\">\r\n        <article class=\"card related-card\">\r\n          <span class=\"cat\">Entrepreneur Program<\/span>\r\n          <h3>Canada Start-Up Visa Update<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Review current status, the pause and options for existing cases.<\/p>\r\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/investment\/startup-visa\/\">Read the Start-Up Visa guide \u2192<\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"card related-card\">\r\n          <span class=\"cat\">C11 Work Permit<\/span>\r\n          <h3>Owner-Operator Work Permit Canada<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Learn how entrepreneur work permit strategies differ from PR programs.<\/p>\r\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/investment\/owner-operator-work-permit\/\">Explore the C11 guide \u2192<\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"card related-card\">\r\n          <span class=\"cat\">Provincial Nominee Program<\/span>\r\n          <h3>British Columbia PNP<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Review a provincial pathway and check current stream details.<\/p>\r\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/provincial-nominee-program\/bc-pnp\/\">Read the BC PNP guide \u2192<\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"card related-card\">\r\n          <span class=\"cat\">Immigration Services<\/span>\r\n          <h3>Business Immigration Legal Services<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Explore case-specific support for business, entrepreneur and employer immigration.<\/p>\r\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/legal-services\/\">View VisaLine services \u2192<\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"card related-card\">\r\n          <span class=\"cat\">Profile Review<\/span>\r\n          <h3>Immigration Evaluation Form<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Share your experience, investment capacity and immigration goals for an initial review.<\/p>\r\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/evaluation-form\/\">Start a profile evaluation \u2192<\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section compact\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"source-box\">\r\n        <div class=\"source-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">VL<\/div>\r\n        <div>\r\n          <h3>Official sources and editorial review<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            Program status, investment thresholds, fees, processing times and provincial criteria\r\n            can change. 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