Canada Residence by Investment

Canada, known for its wealth and strong trade market, offers pathways often referred to as a Canada investment visa, including the Start-Up Visa and the Quebec Investor Immigration Program. The Canada Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program allows foreign entrepreneurs the opportunity to create an innovative business in Canada and apply for permanent residence.

Wealthy individuals who invest in Quebec through the Quebec Investor Immigration Program (QIIP), on the other hand, are granted a work permit to Quebec and can apply for permanent residence across Canada after one year of holding the Quebec work permit.

Investment

• Innovative start-up business (SUV)
• Minimum of CAD 1.2 million (QIIP)

Key benefit: Eligibility for citizenship after three years (or 1,095 days) of physical presence out of a five-year period

Canada Residence by Investment Overview

Canada is among the world’s wealthiest countries, with a high per-capita income and a leading trade market. The Canada Start-Up Visa Program is aimed at providing permanent residence to entrepreneurs and active investors in companies and expanding businesses that seek to establish a presence in Canada. Meanwhile, the Quebec Investor Immigration Program is created for global investors who seek a Quebec work permit, with the possibility of receiving permanent residence to the country shortly thereafter.

Benefits of Residence by Investment in Canada

• Live, work, and retire anywhere in Canada
• No age restriction and no higher education requirement
• Path to citizenship after three years; dual citizenship permitted
• Spouse and children under 22 can be included
• Safe, stable country with a high standard of living
• Multicultural, tolerant, and vibrant cities
• Excellent place to do business, with access to the entire North American market

Requirements of the Canada Start-Up Visa Program

To qualify for the Canada SUV program, applicants must propose an innovative, scaling start-up business, approved by a designated organization.

Investment requirements (including all fees):
USD 215,000 to USD 275,000, depending on the start-up business

Our team of experts provides comprehensive support to investors, including guidance, specialized training, and incubation services. We help identify market opportunities, equip start-ups with the necessary tools for growth, and oversee the entire immigration process. The Canada Start-Up Visa requires active involvement in a qualifying business, and the creation of such a business involves several key steps.

Requirements of the Quebec Investor Immigration Program

To obtain an initial work permit in Quebec (leading to permanent residence), applicants must fulfill both of the following investments:

• Five-year interest-free investment of CAD 1 million, guaranteed by the Government of Quebec
• Non-refundable contribution of CAD 200,000 to Investissement Québec

Investors are also required to:

• Have at least two years’ management experience, which must be acquired within the five years preceding submission of their application
• Have a net worth of at least CAD 2 million
• Have a qualification equivalent to a secondary school diploma in Quebec
• Be proficient in spoken French (at least level 7)

Procedures for Canadian Residence by Investment

• Under the Start-Up Visa Program, clients are required to prepare and submit a business proposal, which needs to be approved by a designated government business organization. Once approved by a business incubator, an angel investment group, or a venture capital fund (depending on the investment option chosen), the client receives a letter of support, allowing them and their family to apply for permanent residence.
• Under the Quebec Investor Immigration Program, the client’s application will be processed by the Quebec Government and the investment can be made after approval is granted. A minimum stay of at least 12 months within two years following issuance of the work permit is required. At least six months of the stay must be completed by the main applicant and the remaining six months can be completed by the main applicant or their spouse.

In order to maintain permanent resident status, physical presence for two out of five years (or 730 days) in Canada is required.

Acquiring Canadian Citizenship

• After three years (or 1,095 days) of permanent residence in Canada within a five-year period, successful applicants can apply for citizenship.
• The Canadian passport holds one of the top 10 ranks  on Passport Index, with visa-free or visa-on arrival access to over 180 destinations worldwide.

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