British Columbia targets qualified entrepreneurs in latest PNP draw

CIC News British Columbia targets qualified entrepreneurs in latest PNP draw This week, British Columbia has extended more Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination to entrepreneurs seeking to immigrate to the province. The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held selections through two Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) streams. This marks the fifth entrepreneur-focused selection…

British Columbia sends out invitations under new PNP draw

CIC News British Columbia sends out invitations under new PNP draw British Columbia issued invitations to apply for provincial nomination to qualified entrepreneurs through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) this week. This is the province’s third Base Stream draw of 2025 targeting entrepreneurs for provincial immigration. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP programs On April…

British Columbia makes Entrepreneur Regional Pilot Program permanent

CIC News British Columbia makes Entrepreneur Regional Pilot Program permanent British Columbia (B.C.) has made the Entrepreneur Regional Pilot Program a permanent fixture of their Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The program is now called the Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) Regional Stream. Eligible newcomers looking to start businesses within the province and settle permanently in B.C. will…

Funding your start up or business as a newcomer in Canada

CIC News Funding your start up or business as a newcomer in Canada Canada provides various options for entrepreneurs looking to immigrate to start a business. Once in Canada, immigrant entrepreneurs may be looking for funding to get their business started or to support their growth. Funding options available to immigrants will vary depending on…

Provincial Entrepreneur Immigration

About Entrepreneur Immigration Client’s who are willing to be self-employed or operate a business in Canada; Must have sufficient funds to operate their business in Canada Must have experience in their field The business in Canada must demonstrate either economic, cultural, or social benefits for Canadians. Para R205(a) specifies that “foreign nationals applying to work…