The Start-up Visa Program will enable immigrant entrepreneurs to launch innovative companies that will create jobs in Canada and, eventually, compete globally. The Program will provide entrepreneurs with valuable assistance in navigating the Canadian business environment, which can sometimes prove challenging for newcomers. [...]

Education requirements You must provide proof of your education with your application. Specifically, you will need: proof of having completed at least one year of post-secondary education proof that you were in good standing during at least one year while you were attending a post‑secondary [...]

Before you apply for the Start-up visa, you must convince a designated angel investor group or venture capital fund to invest in your business idea. If the investor organization decides to fund your business idea, they will give you a letter of support. You must [...]

Due to the extreme backlog, Citizenship and Immigration Canada has temporarily stopped accepting applications under the investor and entrepreneur categories. In an effort not to lose out on foreign investment, Minister Kenney has recently introduced the “Start-Up Visa.” This visa is geared towards [...]

Before you apply for the Start-up visa, you must convince a designated angel investor group or venture capital fund to invest in your business idea. If the investor organization decides to fund your business idea; they will give you a letter of support. [...]