What is the Start-up Visa Program?
Canada is ranked as number 6 on the Forbes Best Countries for Business list. As a business owner or entrepreneur, this is exactly the kind of market you would want to expand into. With the Start-up Visa Program for immigrants wishing to bring their business to Canada, this is now possible.
Canada’s Start-up Visa Program is a federal immigration initiative designed to attract innovative entrepreneurs from around the world who have the potential to build businesses in Canada that are:
Innovative
Job-creating for Canadians
Globally competitive
If you have a great business idea and the support of a designated Canadian organization, this program can help you obtain permanent residency (PR) in Canada.
Program Requirements
To be eligible, you must:
Have a qualifying business idea
Secure a commitment from one of the designated organizations:
Venture Capital Fund (minimum CAD $200,000 investment)
Angel Investor Group (minimum CAD $75,000 investment)
Business Incubator (no fixed investment; must be accepted into a program)
Meet language requirements (CLB 5 in English or French)
Have sufficient settlement funds to support yourself and family
Ready to start your journey to Canada?
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Why Choose the Start-up Visa?
Canada’s Start-up Visa Program (SUV) is more than an immigration pathway — it’s a gateway to entrepreneurial freedom, permanent residency, and access to a thriving innovation ecosystem.
Designed for visionary founders with scalable, job-creating business ideas, the SUV allows up to five co-founders to gain PR while launching their venture in Canada. With support from designated incubators, angel investors, or venture capitalists, entrepreneurs also benefit from expert mentorship, funding opportunities, and business networks. It’s the perfect solution for those seeking to build globally competitive businesses while settling with their families in a progressive, opportunity-rich country.
A unique opportunity for global entrepreneurs
Encourages innovation, diversity, and tech-forward business ideas
Ideal for founders of tech, SaaS, fintech, healthtech, and scalable ventures
Offers long-term growth and expansion in Canada’s strong startup ecosystem
Preferred Consultants Can Help
Preferred Consultants offers expert assistance in:
Preparing your business pitch and plan
Connecting with designated organizations
Completing your application and documentation
Transitioning to PR and business setup in Canada
📞 Start your journey as a Canadian entrepreneur today. Your future starts with a big idea — and the right guidance.