Program |
(BC PNP) — Entrepreneur Immigration Stream
|
Minimum Net Worth |
$600,000 |
Minimum Investment |
$200,000 OR $400,000 if proposing a Key Staff Member |
Experience |
3 + years of business ownership or management experience OR 4 + years of senior management experience OR 1+ year of business ownership & management experience and 2+ years of senior management experience within the last 10 years. |
EOI System |
Yes (province publishes info on previous draws) |
Managerial Role |
Required |
Business Plan |
Required |
Exploratory Visit |
Recommended |
Interview |
Upon request of BC PNP |
Refundable Deposit |
Not required |
PR/Work permit |
2-year work period before Letter of Acceptance to apply for Permanent Residence (PR); PR contingent on the implementation of the business proposal |
Additional Requirements |
Create at least one permanent, full-time job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident with the proposed business |