Canada Provincial Nominee Programs For Businessmen And Investors

Overview

Fulfilling the need of more migrants in urbanized Canadian provinces, the Canada Immigration and Citizenship established the Provincial Nominee Program to accomplish the requirement of manpower in these provinces. More skills would bring ample boost in individual economies along with distributing sufficient investments in those employments which demand overseas skills.

For prospective immigrants under the Canada Business Provisional Program, understanding various grains linked with the application process might be a tedious task, courtesy various facets associated with it. Abhinav's immigration specialists understand what all it takes to file and manage the application under Canada Business Provisional Program, hence ensuring that the bowl is filled thoroughly without any surplus spilling.
 

Annual Immigration Quota and Role of Abhinav

Once the process of mandatory nomination is completed, there is no looking back. The procedure of filing the application for Canada Business Provisional Program would start, leading way to fulfilling other mandates like essential documents, and going through medical, security and background check, to name a few. Not to forget that applicants applying under the Canada Business Provisional Program would get enjoy priority at the stamping level. Abhinav`s PNP specialists would recommend which program would suit our clients in accordance with their case studies, hence bringing the best option in front of them. Feel free to fill out Free of Charge Assessment Form.
 

Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program for Business (PNP-B)

With over 1 million of population, diverse backgrounds and plenty of skills, Manitoba can be an idyllic immigration destination for you and your family. Be it starting a business, purchasing a farm or getting involved in a skilled job, Manitoba serves your purpose. Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program for Business (PNP-B) boosts the overall immigration procedure by providing a Manitoba provincial Nomination Certificate to the prospective businessmen, making the entire processing faster.

We at Abhinav understand the benefits brought in by business immigrants to a province like Manitoba, hence augmenting the economy and its demographic advancement further. Interested applicants for Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program for Business (PNP-B) can enjoy benefits, courtesy our extensive network for newcomers.
 

Government of Canada and Manitoba PNP-B

Canadian government along with Manitoba share onus of business migration happening in the province through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program. Manitoba PNP-B allows an applicant to be nominated and hence getting involved in a Manitoba business. It is essential for the business people to fulfill the prerequisite criteria along with having intentions to move to the province for the establishment of the business or have alliance in an existing venture.

With Abhinav`s Manitoba Business (PNP-B) specialists by the side, investors and businessmen can ensure of having a pester-free application process for their desired Canadian immigration program. Other option can be British Columbia Provincial Nominee program for Businessmen and Investors and Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program which again has its own advantages decked with it. For those facing doubts for choosing the right province for them, we can provide assistance in taking the right decision.
 

Eligibility Criteria for Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program for Business (PNP-B)

• Businessmen and executives having significant senior management experience and having a personal net worth of at least CAD $500,000 would surely find Manitoba Business (PNP-B) as an attractive option. This personal net worth can be jointly held with the spouse or can be in sole name of the principal applicant.
   
• Those lacking any prior business experience but are decked with more than three years of management experience can still qualify under the Manitoba Business (PNP-B). Our PNP team would scrutinize your case and suggest other options accordingly.
   
• Other pre-requisites are an investment into business, in the province of Manitoba, of at least CAD $150,000, after the applicant has landed in the province on conditional permanent resident visa. This amount will be exclusive of any investment done in property or any other passive asset.
   
• The applicant must file a preliminary application with details on his past and current profile as also personal net worth. He is then invited by the provincial authorities to make an exploratory visit to the province, at his costs and expense.
   
• During the visit, he explores business and settlement opportunities offered by the province. He also attends information seminars conducted by provincial agencies and meets designated immigration officials for a one to one interview. During the interview, the applicant offers insight into his knowledge of the province and his intended business plan, if the visa is issued to him.
   
• The selected candidate is asked to submit a formal application that should be accompanied by a formal business plan. An approved Business Plan is another mandate for Manitoba Business (PNP-B) program, being a business oriented program.
   
• After review of the application and business plan, final decision is taken on the application and the applicant is asked to make an Interest free refundable cash deposit of CAD $75,000 must be made with the provincial Government which would act as an assurance for the purchase or establishment of a business enterprise in Manitoba. The applicant must start or buy an established business enterprise on Manitoba within 2 years from the date of first landing; failing which this deposit will be forfeited by the provincial authorities. He gets this deposit back if he meets his business plan commitments after landing in Manitoba. He can change his business plan after prior intimation and approval of the provincial Government agencies.
   
• Although not obligatory, proficiency in the English language would add cherry on the cake.
   

Fulfilling all the pre-requisites, along with sheer guidance from our immigration experts would assist our clients in getting Manitoba Business (PNP-B) visa. Please fill our Free of Charge Assessment Form for us to judge your eligibility and start the application process further.
 

British Columbia (BC) Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) For Businessmen

Business skills and Regional Business Categories

Business skills and Regional business categories is for those prospective immigrants who are decked with medium to small capabilities in terms of their experience in business background, personal net worth as well as actual investment. The USP of these programs lies in ample business and infrastructure support provided by the province. Our Provincial Nominee Program expert would guide our clients for the visa that would suit them the most.

The mandate is to establish an active legal business and should be handled by the applicant who have been granted visa under these programs. Abhinav`s immigration experts have handled oodles of cases linked with Business skills and Regional business categories, hence knowing it best on what all visa necessities are essential for making the entire application process a hit.
 

Application Process for Business Skills and Regional Business category

The application process for both Business Skills and Regional Business categories is almost the same. Before starting the application process, Abhinav's immigration specialists would judge your profile and after finding it apt for the concerned program, we would commence the procedure ahead. Here is a detailed process of filing an application under the Business Skills and Regional Business categories and further set up your business in British Columbia:

1. Initial step is to acquaint our clients with the preparation of the application and filing the preliminary application. The application at this stage must contain a business intent documents that contains information on intended business enterprise that the applicant intends to start in the province of British Columbia. This information will form basis on decision of the Provincial Government on whether or not to invite the applicant for an exploratory visit visa to the province of British Columbia. Abhinav business immigration and business research specialists will work towards drafting a convincing business intent document. Failing to file a well drafted business intend document may lead to visa denial, and that's where the role of Abhinav's business immigration visa specialists comes in to ensure that everything is commenced in the right manner.
    
2. Next step is client's exploratory visit to BC. During the visit, he researches on the market and also formulates a formal business plan with the assistance of business brokers, professional accountants and attorneys. The client has a choice to either select his own set of advisors or get formal business plan formulated with their help or take ABHINAV's carefully chosen, tries and tested advisors.
    
3. He then seeks an appointment with provincial designated government officials and provides them information on his insights and learning's and business opportunities provided by the province. He also gets an opportunity to make formal presentation of his business plan. ABHINAV specialists will prepare the applicant for this critical interview stage. His case gets in-principal approval.
    
4. After this, we would now submit other mandatory documents including necessary forms, paper-work and a processing fee of CAD $3,000, which is non-refundable. As a Business Skills applicant, if the client is willing to support the nomination of a key staff member, it here becomes essential to pay additional $1,000. We would prepare separate application for such cases for an additional fee. Regional Skills applicants don't have this option in store for them.
    
5. This will be followed by decision by British Columbia provincial Immigration officials which would leave the applicant a choice to follow either of the two options:
   • After fulfilling the mandates, Abhinav would get approval for BC PNP decked with a work permit of two years. Fulfilling the requirements of working and living in BC in a successful manner might clear your way towards getting a PR status in the province. During the advised 2 years period the applicant will implement the committed business plan, do suggested investment, create promised jobs and then make an application for permanent residence status while being in BC. The applicant can change his business plan as long as he gets it approved by provincial agencies and the new business plan does not compromise on committed areas related to key factors such as investment and jobs.
      
   • After the approval for BC PNP, our clients would be guided for "fast track" nomination on their consent. For this option, a security deposit worth $125,000 needs to be provided, along with fulfilling other pre-requisites. In this case, he will get a conditional permanent residence visa to Canada. During the advised 2 years period the applicant will implement the committed business plan, do suggested investment, create promised jobs and then conditions attached to his PR application will be removed. The applicant can change his business plan so long as he gets it approved by provincial agencies and the new business plan does not compromise on committed areas related to key factors such as investment and jobs.
      

At Abhinav, we understand all your dilemmas. Contact us and we shall get back to you with our solutions ASAP.
 

The Strategic Skills Category

Application Process for Strategic Skills Category

The category caters to needs of major corporations and businesses; hence application process for Strategic Skills Category differs from Business and Regional Skills Category and requires apt guidance from an ace immigration expert. At Abhinav, our years of experience allow us to commence each step under the application process of the Strategic Skills Category with utter perfection. Here is the process:

• Initial step would be to present - to BC PNP officials - prepared forms and required documents, related to company executives, as per set guidelines under the overall supervision of Abhinav`s British Columbia investor immigration counselors. The form would be decked with business details like business proposal, managerial/business background of the main applicant and if applicable that of other accompanying executives besides facts related to the sponsoring firm, to name a few.
   
• After a successful completion of step 1 and fulfilling the pre-requisites of BC PNP, the sponsored and designated executives would receive instructions to fill the forms along with submitting the necessary paper work like a well-crafted business plan and a processing fee of CAD $3,000. An additional $1,000 would be added for every staff applying for nomination. Abhinav`s team of immigration experts would assist in drafting a professional business plan, which is a mandate in any business oriented visa program.
   
• Through our wide experience, we always suggest our clients for a compulsory exploratory visit to BC.
   
• Successfully commencing of these steps till now and getting approval for the formal application and business plan would pave your way towards the interview process. We know the minutest grains linked with this process, hence brush our clients in accordance with their case studies for the respective interviews.
   
• Signing of Performance Agreement with the British Columbia Province comes as the next step in your ladder. It will provide the guidelines, steps and confrontations attired with the proposed business. Mail your query at ajay@abhinav.com for a detailed clarification on your case study.
   

Performance Agreement with the British Columbia Province

Under the Performance conformity, the applicant is dedicated to abide with the written conditions along with ensure acceptance of the staff as the nominee candidates. Other facets to know under the Performance Agreement with the British Columbia Province are:  

• The candidates would be granted entry to work on Federal Work Permit for an initial period of twenty four months.
   
• Further if the sponsored company abides by all the laws and regulations for the given time period, the candidate would become eligible to apply for nomination.
   
• It is essential to create a minimum of three employment opportunities for local people, for each nominated applicant under the Performance Agreement with the British Columbia Province. Other option is to apply under the Canada Immigrant Investor program and still make British Columbia as immigration destination.
   

Contact us to know more.
 

Eligibility Criteria for British Columbia PNP For Businessmen and Investors

Business Skills

Those applying under BC PNP under the Business Skills Category are entitled to establish their business in BC after fulfilling the following mandates:

• Personal net worth: At least $800,000
   
• Additional jobs creation: 3 jobs for permanent residents or Canadians
   
• Required investment: $400,000 CAD
   
• Business ownership demanded: Minimum of 33 1/3%
   
• Active and ongoing participation in business management: Yes
   
• Number of Key Staff that the principal applicant is permitted to include: 1
   

The list does not end here. The applicant can further apply for a PR status after fulfilling the mandates during the initial two-year work permit. Another option is to take the route of "fast-track" nomination after signing the performance bond. Other pre-requisite is to deposit $125,000. Contact us to know more.
 

Regional Business

Under the Regional business category, the applicants can establish business outside GVRD (Greater Vancouver Regional District) and Abbotsford for which the qualifying criteria is as mentioned:

• Personal net worth: At least $400,000
   
• Additional jobs creation: 1 jobs for permanent residents or Canadians
   
• Required investment: $200,000 CAD
   
• Business ownership demanded: Minimum of 33 1/3%
   
• Active and ongoing participation in business management: Yes
   
• Number of Key Staff that the principal applicant is permitted to include: None
   

The options of applying for a PR status OR apply for a Fast Track Nomination is valid in the category of Regional Business Category for BC PNP also. Feel free to contact us
 

Strategic Projects

Here are the qualifying criteria for applicants applying under the Strategic Projects under the BC PNP:

• Additional jobs creation: 3 jobs for every nominee applicant included in the venture of Strategic projects
   
• Required investment: $500,000 CAD
   
• Business ownership demanded: Minimum of 33 1/3%
   
• Number of Key Staff that the principal applicant is permitted to include: 5 (maximum)
   

At every step, our clients can ensure a continuous support of Abhinav`s immigration specialists in their kitty. A wide array of experience and proficiency has allowed us to cater to all Canadian immigration programs with absolute vividness. Send your query at ajay@abhinav.com for even the smallest of doubt which is coming in your head!
 

Overview - Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) for businessmen

Salient features of Saskatchewan Business Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)

• People opting for state’s endorsement will have an opportunity to establish a new organization or acquire stake in an ongoing corporate.
• This program is a fast track immigration process and applicant can swiftly gain entry into Canada
• You can include your family in this application
• The investment stipulations are quite low as compared to federal programs
• Requires a BEP - Business Establishment Plan instead of a formal business proposal.
• Your intentions to settle down in state are gauged through Intent Grading Grid that is conducted on various parameters mentioned in BEP. It is mandatory to score atleast 55 points
• Your financial credentials will be evaluated and verified by a designated independent agency and report is supplied to you, to facilitate you apply for sponsorship.
• After obtaining sponsorship letter from province you must file for PR visa at CIC. CIC parameters must also be fulfilled to secure PR Visa for Canada.

Saskatchewan Business Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) Qualification parameters –
Pre -nomination stage

You must have

• A minimum net personal asset value in tune of atleast CAD 300000 (your and your spouse’s possessions) accumulated through legitimate means and can be evidenced. These personal assets must be free of any claims and levies
• At least 3 years of relevant business experience either as a business owner or a manager in specified capacities and duties
• Be able to substantiate your intentions to settle down in the province through a BEP.

Saskatchewan Business Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) Qualification parameters – Post - nomination stage

After being short listed for sponsorship you must

• Deposit CAD 75000 as Good Faith Security
• Invest atleast CAD 150000 in the state. In case the slated investment is 33% in a concern the
• Actively participate in running of business newly established or acquired by way investing in an existing organization.

Immigration process through SINP is completed in two phases
 

Phase 1

Saskatchewan Business Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) - Pre application

It is essential for you to evidence your financial profile. To verify your claims of possession and legitimate sources of accumulation, Ministry of Advanced Employment Education and Immigration has designated independent evaluation agencies. To be able to file for nomination you must initially get a positive advice from one of these agencies. You would need to file your request via form EF-002
 

Saskatchewan Business Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) – Application

When you have decided to file for nomination, you need to fill up requisite application forms in 2 sets and annexe all required documents and forward them to the Nomination program authorities.

The 2 sets include

• Forms in original for PNP duly filled and endorsed
• Copies of Federal immigration Forms duly filled and endorsed

Once the application complete in all aspects is accepted, you will be supplied with receipt number and will be advised to deposit CAD 2500 (non returnable) as the processing fee. After the confirmation of receipt of processing charges assessment of your application is initiated. Your candidature must fulfill basic pre nomination parameters (mentioned above).
 

Optional interview

You can be invited for an interview during the assessment phase to facilitate authorities to arrive at a final decision. You must undertake a tour to province to attend interview within specified time, in case you receive such an instruction from authorities.

During the evaluation process authorities can ask for additional documentary proofs, if they feel that evidence supplied is insufficient or need is felt to include more documentary evidence in evaluation of application. It is mandatory to supply demanded documents within 45 days of receipt of such instructions.

After the initial approval is granted to you, you will be asked to furnish Good faith deposit of CAD 75,000 and endorse a business performance agreement that primarily is designed keeping your circumstances in view.

Once the final stipulation of agreement and deposits have been fulfilled province goes ahead with

• Formally Informing CIC about your sponsorship
• Granting you a sponsorship letter with instructions as to how to approach CIC with the issued letter
• Grant Temporary work permit support letter if required

Phase II

After provincial authorities have indicated CIC on your nomination and also supplied you a letter, you must approach CIC to file for federal PR visa. You and your family (included in application) must however meet basic federal parameters and standards of health and character to be considered for grant of PR visa.
 

• Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) for businessmen Schedule of forms
• Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) for businessmen: Required documents
  
  

Canada Prince Edward Island Business Provincial Program

PEI Business Impact Class

The Canadian Province of Prince Edward Island is keen to develop an improved, better future for everyone. This includes both the people presently staying inside the region, and the new immigrants. Such entrants cover an important section of both the existing and projected future development of the region. The Island Prosperity Strategy of Prince Edward Island clearly mentions the overall course of action that the province intends to follow to boost its economy.

Business Impact immigration to the Province of Prince Edward Island offers golden opportunity for the prospective immigrants to get nomination from the province and pocket the much-prized permanent residence status of Canada, if they make an investment, and actively run and manage a business in the province. Prince Edward Island Business impact class is interested in those business people and senior executives who may exhibit an idea, leadership skills, besides resolve.

Prince Edward Island Business Impact Class Categories

The Business Impact Class has 3 classes even as the interested candidates may choose from these:

• 100% Ownership Class
• Partial Ownership Class
• Work Permit Class