Immigration to canada

Canada’s citizenship and immigration programs help build a community of citizens respected throughout the world. On December 12, Prime Minister Martin announced a significant reorganization of government.
Skilled Migration
Business Migration

Skilled Migration to Canada

Skilled workers have education, work experience, knowledge of English and/or French and other abilities that will help them to establish themselves successfully as permanent residents in Canada.

Applying to come to Canada as a Skilled Worker is not difficult. Consult this section to find all the information and forms you need to make your application.

How to Apply

Once you have decided that you want to bring your skills to Canada, make sure that you follow the right steps to apply.

What Happens After Applying

Learn more about what will happen after you submit your application:
• How your application is assessed.
• Checking the status of your application.

Business Migration to Canada

Business immigrants are people who can invest in, or start businesses in Canada and are expected to support the development of a strong and prosperous Canadian economy. The Business Immigration Programs seek to attract people experienced in business to Canada.

Business immigrants are selected based on their ability to become economically established in Canada.

There are three classes of business immigrants:

Investors

The Immigrant Investor Program seeks to attract experienced persons and capital to Canada. Investors must demonstrate business experience, a minimum net worth of CDN $800,000 and make an investment of CDN $400,000.

Entrepreneurs

The Entrepreneur Program seeks to attract experienced persons that will own and actively manage businesses in Canada that will contribute to the economy and create jobs. Entrepreneurs must demonstrate business experience, a minimum net worth of CDN $300,000 and are subject to conditions upon arrival in Canada.