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    Business Immigration

    What are your options for Canadian Business Immigration?

    If you are a business person or manager looking to immigrate to Canada, the Canadian federal and provincial governments offer a number of options that may allow you to fast-track the Canadian immigration process.

    For an at-a-glance overview of currently available business immigration programs in Canada, please review your business immigration options on this page.

    Business immigration to Canada: An Introduction
    Through Canada’s Business Class immigration programs, Canada aims to attract individuals that have a significant ability to contribute to the Canadian economy. These programs are offered with the goal of promoting economic development and bettering the job market by attracting investors, entrepreneurs, and self-employed individuals from outside Canada with available venture capital, significant business acumen, and entrepreneurial skills.

    Business Class immigration also seeks to develop new commercial opportunities in Canada and to improve Canada’s access to growing foreign markets by welcoming foreign nationals who are familiar with those markets and their unique requirements and customs.

    If this option sounds well-suited to your experience and goals, there are several immigration pathways from which to choose. Depending on where you plan to reside, you may choose to apply through one of the programs offered by a particular province, or by the federal government. Get started exploring your options by starting a free assessment, and we will be pleased to discuss your Business Class immigration options with you.

    Which Canadian Business Class immigration program is best for you?

    I am looking to operate a business in Canada

    Your business management and ownership experience may make you eligible for a number of entrepreneur categories within the Provincial Nominee Programs and at the federal level, or for the business immigration programs offered by Quebec. Take advantage of our expertise and contact us

    I have at least one year of skilled work experience

    • Candidates for Canadian immigration who have at least one year of skilled work experience are deemed more likely to be able to assimilate into the Canadian labour market. This experience will allow you to become a contributing member of Canada’s economy and the local community. There are a number of programs that assign a point value for your work experience, including the Skilled Worker and Provincial Nominee programs. These programs promote work experience as a valuable asset, thereby increasing your chances of successfully immigrating to Canada. We encourage you to start your free assessment to find out how your work experience may enhance your Canadian immigration options.

    I would like to move to one of the other provinces in Canada

    Each province encourages the immigration of entrepreneurs and business managers through their Provincial Nominee Programs. These programs require that you make an active investment of either your capital or management abilities in a business located in one of Canada’s provinces. There are a number of programs available depending on which province you are considering for your new Canadian home. We welcome you to start your free assessment so that we can determine the best option for you.

    I am self-employed and well-established in my field

    Canada welcomes self-employed individuals in a variety of fields based on their success and the reputation that they have established in their field. These fields range from photographers, athletics to the arts. Start your free assessment today to find out if your self-employed experience would make you eligible for one of the Self-Employed Immigration Programs.

    Investor Immigrants

    Canada Business/Investor Immigration

    If you are a business person or manager looking to immigrate to Canada, the Business/Investor Immigration Programs may be an important fast-track Canadian immigration option for you.

    Business immigration seeks to attract individuals with business and/or managerial experience who will contribute to the development of the Canadian economy.

    If you’re looking to make an investment in Canada or to start/acquire a business in Canada, there may be several avenues for you to choose from. You can either apply under the federal start-up visa program

    or, if you know which province/territory in which you plan to reside, you can look at the different investor or entrepreneur options under the provincial business immigration programs.

      • Federal Start-Up Visa Program If you plan to build an innovative business in Canada, the start-up visa program could be an option for you.
      • PNP Business Immigration Many other Canadian provinces have business immigration programs under their Provincial Nominee Programs.

    Entrepreneur Immigration

    Canada Entrepreneur Immigration

    Canada, with one of the most business-friendly economies in the world, is a hugely attractive country in which to develop and build a new business idea.

    If you’re looking to immigrate to Canada as an entrepreneur in the Canadian economy, the government of Canada, as well as certain Canadian provinces, present some enticing options.

     Start-up Visa Program
    The Start-Up Visa Program encourages immigrant entrepreneurs to grow their companies in Canada. Successful applicants link with private sector organizations in Canada, where they can receive funding, guidance and expertise in opening and operating their enterprise in Canada. With the Start-Up Visa, Canada is targeting entrepreneurs who have the potential to build innovative companies that can compete on a global scale and create jobs.

    Provincial Entrepreneur Programs
    Canada’s provinces offer a range of entrepreneur categories within their Provincial Nominee Programs. Through one of these categories, immigrant entrepreneurs can settle in a specific province.

    Self-Employed Immigration

    Canada Self-Employed Immigration

    The government of Canada provide immigration programs for individuals who are self-employed in certain industries.

    Federal Self-Employed Persons Program

    To qualify for business immigration to Canada under the Self-Employed Persons Program, an applicant must demonstrate that he or she has relevant agricultural, artistic, or athletic experience that will allow the applicant to be successfully self-employed in Canada and to make a significant contribution to his or her field.

     

    Canada Business Immigration Programs - Federal and PNPs

    Many provinces have business immigration options that are part of their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). In addition, the Government of Canada operate popular business immigration programs.

    Provinces can nominate eligible business immigration candidates for permanent residence. If you are interested in business immigration options in one of the provinces listed below, or are considering applying to Quebec or through the federal government’s Start-Up Visa Program, you can review and compare the eligibility requirements and application processes below in order to learn which is best suited to your circumstances.

    Canadian Business Immigration Programs
    You can also contact us today to determine your business immigration options based on your unique qualifications and interests.

    Quebec Immigrant Investor Program

    Program Quebec Immigrant Investor Program – A new application intake period began on September 10, 2018, and is scheduled to run until August 31, 2019. However, candidates with approved language test results showing an intermediate-advanced proficiency in Speaking and Reading will have until October 31, 2019 to apply.
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $2,000,000
    Minimum Investment CAD $1,200,000 risk-free through an approved financial intermediary or by financing that investment.
    Experience 2 years of business management experience in the past 5 years prior to the submission of an application in a specific enterprise (agricultural, commercial, or industrial, OR management experience in a governmental or international organization) and in a position defined as full-time.
    EOI System No
    Managerial Role No active managerial role required to apply
    Business Plan None
    Exploratory Visit Recommended
    Interview May be required as part of the application review.
    Refundable Deposit Not required
    PR/Work permit PR after first obtaining Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ)
    Additional Requirements Background check and medical examination

    Quebec Entrepreneur Program

    Program Quebec Entrepreneur Program — A new application intake period began on August 15, 2018, and is scheduled to run until October 31, 2019.
    Minimum Net Worth* CAD $900,000 of financial resources.
    Business ownership/operation* Holds and controls, alone or with the accompanying spouse or common-law partner at minimum 25% of the equity of the enterprise he or she creates or at least 51% of the equity of the enterprise he or she acquires.
    EOI System No
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Project Required
    Exploratory Visit Recommended
    Interview Required as a final step in the application process
    Start-up deposit* CAD $300,000 for a business in the the metropolitan area of Montreal or CAD $200,000 for a business outside the metropolitan area of Montreal.
    PR/Work permit PR after first obtaining Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ)
    Additional Requirements Submit a contract to prove financial self-sufficiency and demonstrate a secondary school general diploma level of education.

    Provide a performance guarantee deposit of $200,000 that is refundable if certain conditions are met.*

    * This requirement applies only to Component Two of the Entrepreneur program.

    Quebec Self-Employed Worker Program

    Program Quebec Self-Employed Worker Program — The Quebec government reached the intake quota allocated for this Quebec immigration category in December 2018. However, candidates with approved language test results showing an intermediate-advanced proficiency in Speaking and Reading in French can still apply and have until October 31, 2019, to do so.
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $100,000
    Minimum Investment Not required
    Experience 2 years of self-employed experience in the profession or trade the applicant intends to practice in Quebec
    EOI System No
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan None
    Exploratory Visit Recommended
    Interview May be required as part of the application review
    Start-up deposit Register a start-up deposit of at least CAD $50,000 at a local financial institution if based in the metropolitan area of Montreal or at least CAD $25,000 if based outside of Montreal.
    PR/Work permit PR after first obtaining Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ)
    Additional Requirements Submit a contract to prove financial self-sufficiency and demonstrate a secondary school general diploma level of education.

    Federal Start-Up Visa Program

    Program Start-Up Visa Program
    Minimum Net Worth N/A
    Minimum Investment CAD $200,000 if the investment comes from a designated Canadian venture capital fund or designated incubators OR CAD $75,000 if it comes from a designated Canadian angel investor group
    Experience No specific requirement
    EOI System No
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan None
    Exploratory Visit Not required
    Interview Upon request by IRCC
    Refundable Deposit Not required
    PR/Work permit PR immediately
    Additional Requirements Have the support of a designated organization that will provide the applicant with a Letter of Support.

    Start-up visa applicants must give proof that they have sufficient funds to support themselves and their dependants after they arrive in Canada. The amount required depends on the size of the family.

    Federal Self-Employed Persons Program

    Program Self-Employed Person Program
    Minimum Net Worth N/A
    Minimum Investment Not required
    Experience At least 2 years of relevant cultural or athletic experience in the past 5 years
    EOI System No
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan None
    Exploratory Visit Not required
    Interview Upon request by IRCC
    Refundable Deposit Not required
    PR/Work permit PR immediately
    Additional Requirements English/French ability and work experience in a designated occupation

    All self-employed persons must establish that they have sufficient funds to support themselves and their family members for at least one year after they arrive in Canada.

    Self-employed immigrants must obtain a minimum of 35 points out of 100 based on the five selection criteria and the program’s unique point system.

    Alberta Self-Employed Farmer Stream

    Program Alberta Self-Employed Farmer Stream
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $500,000
    Minimum Investment CAD $500,000 in a primary production farming business
    Experience Farm management experience in an existing farm business
    EOI System No
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required
    Exploratory Visit Recommended
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit Not required
    PR/Work permit PR after obtaining provincial nomination certificate
    Additional Requirements Canadian financial institution must finance the proposed Alberta farming business

    British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) — Entrepreneur Immigration Stream

    Program BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $600,000
    Minimum Investment CAD $200,000 OR CAD $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 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

    British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) — Entrepreneur Immigration — Regional Pilot

    Program BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration — Regional Pilot (launched on March 14, 2019)
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $300,000
    Minimum Investment CAD $100,000
    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 Strongly Recommended
    Interview Upon request of BC PNP
    Refundable Deposit Not required
    PR/Work permit Minimum 12-month work permit period before nomination; PR contingent on implementation of business proposal
    Additional Requirements Community referral required to register; Must create at least one permanent, full-time job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

    Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program — Business Investor Stream (Entrepreneur Pathway)

    Program Manitoba Business Investor Stream — Entrepreneur Pathway
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $500,000
    Minimum Investment CAD $250,000 for businesses in the Manitoba Capital Region. OR CAD $150,000 if a business is outside of the Manitoba Capital Region AND must be made in an eligible business AND must create or maintain at least one job for a Canadian citizen or a Permanent Resident in Manitoba (excluding owners of the business and/or their close relatives).
    Experience Business ownership and management experience or executive-level experience in 3 of the past 5 years. AND Business owners are given higher points in comparison to senior managers. AND Business owners must have at least 33 1/3% ownership to qualify for points.
    EOI System Yes
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required
    Exploratory Visit Business research visit must be conducted no more than one year prior to the submission of an EOI.
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit Not Required
    PR/Work permit Temporary work permit; PR contingent on meeting program requirements
    Additional Requirements Score 60+ points on assessment grid
    CAD $100,000 refundable deposit is not a requirement anymore.

    Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program — Business Investor Stream (Farm Investor Pathway)

    Program Manitoba Business Investor Stream — Farm Investor Pathway
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $500,000
    Minimum Investment CAD $300,000 tangible assets to establish a farming business in rural Manitoba AND investments in a farm business operated primarily for the purposes of deriving passive investment income or speculative purposes are not eligible.
    Experience Minimum of three years of farm business management or farm ownership and operation experience supported by verifiable documents.
    EOI System Yes
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required
    Exploratory Visit Farm Business Research Visit required.
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit CAD $75,000
    PR/Work permit Temporary work permit; PR contingent on meeting program requirements
    Additional Requirements CAD $100,000 refundable deposit is no longer required.

    New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) — Entrepreneurial Stream

    Program New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) — Entrepreneurial Stream
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $600,000
    Minimum Investment CAD $250,000
    Experience 3 out of 5 years or more in owning a business OR 5 out of 5 years or more in a senior business management role
    EOI System Yes
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required, must be of economic benefit to the province
    Exploratory Visit Required
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit CAD $100,000
    PR/Work permit PR after obtaining provincial nomination certificate
    Additional Requirements 22-55 years old
    CLB 5 in English or French in reading, writing, listening and speaking

    New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) — Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial Stream

    Program New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) — Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial Stream
    Minimum Net Worth N/A
    Minimum Investment The applicant must have 100% ownership of the equity of the eligible business
    Experience 6 or more years in the last 10 years in NOC O, A or B OR 1-5 years in the last 10 years in the NOC O, A or B
    EOI System Yes
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan May be requested (business must be of economic benefit to the province)
    Exploratory Visit Not specified
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit Not specified
    PR/Work permit PR after obtaining provincial nomination certificate
    Additional Requirements 22-40 years old
    CLB 7 in English or French in reading, writing, listening and speaking
    Have a valid Post-Graduation Work Permit

    Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) — Entrepreneur Stream

    Program Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) — Entrepreneur Stream
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $600,000
    Minimum Investment CAD $150,000
    Experience At least 3 years of business ownership experience including 33.3% ownership in the last 10 years OR
    +5 years as senior manager in the last 10 years
    EOI System Yes (province publishes info on previous draws)
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required
    Exploratory Visit Required for business succession only
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit Not required
    PR/Work permit Must operate business for at least 1 year on work permit following nomination; PR contingent on meeting program requirements
    Additional Requirements Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)
    The business must meet additional criteria
    English/French minimum CLB 5

    Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) — International Graduate Entrepreneur Stream

    Program Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) — International Graduate Entrepreneur Stream
    Minimum Net Worth N/A
    Minimum Investment 100% ownership of the equity of the eligible business
    Experience At least 1 continuous year of business ownership experience in Nova Scotia prior to EOI submission
    Completed a degree of at least 2 years’ duration at a university/college in Nova Scotia
    EOI System Yes (province may publish info on draws after future draws are made; EOI must be submitted while on valid work permit)
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan None
    Exploratory Visit Required
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit Not required
    PR/Work permit PR after obtaining provincial nomination certificate
    Additional Requirements The business must meet additional criteria
    English/French minimum CLB 7

    Northwest Territories Nominee Program — Entrepreneur Business Stream

    Program Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) — Entrepreneur Business Stream
    Minimum Net Worth For businesses in Yellowknife: CAD $500,000 OR for businesses outside Yellowknife: CAD $250,000
    Minimum Investment In Yellowknife: CAD $300,000 & at least 33.3% ownership OR outside Yellowknife: CAD $150,000 & at least 33.3% ownership OR CAD $1,000,000 investment
    Experience Relevant business experience required
    EOI System No
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required
    Exploratory Visit Required
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit CAD $75,000
    PR/Work permit 2-year work permit; PR contingent on meeting program requirements
    Additional Requirements CLB 4 in English or French

    Business must generate significant benefits for the Northwest Territories, including jobs for local residents.

    Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) — Corporate Stream

    Program Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)

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    Corporate Stream
    Minimum Net Worth None
    Minimum Investment CAD $5,000,000 OR CAD $10,000,000 if the proposed business is a land development or a leasehold company
    Experience The international corporation must have been established for at least 36 months at the time of application
    EOI System No
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required
    Exploratory Visit Encouraged
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit Not required
    PR/Work permit Applicant & key staff first obtain work permits; PR contingent on meeting program requirements
    Additional Requirements Create 5 new jobs for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident per key staff member seeking nomination

    Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) — Entrepreneur Stream

    Program Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)

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    Entrepreneur Stream
    Minimum Net Worth For businesses in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA): CAD $1,500,000 OR for businesses outside the GTA: CAD $800,000 OR for businesses in the ICT/Digital Communications sector (regardless of location): CAD $800,000
    Minimum Investment In the GTA: CAD $1,000,000 and ownership of 33.3% of the business OR Outside the GTA: $500,000 and ownership of 33.3% of the business OR In the ICT/Digital Communications sector: $500,000 and ownership of 33.3% of the business
    Experience At least 36 months of full-time business experience in the last five years as business owner or senior manager
    EOI System Yes (province publishes info on previous draws)
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required
    Exploratory Visit Required for business succession only
    Interview Required upon request of OINP
    Refundable Deposit Not required
    PR/Work permit Temporary work permit; PR contingent on meeting program requirements
    Additional Requirements Sign a Performance Agreement with Ontario
    English/French minimum CLB 4
    Create at least 2 permanent, full-time jobs for a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident

    Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI-PNP) – Work Permit Stream

    Program Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI-PNP) – Work Permit Stream
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $600,000
    Minimum Investment N/A
    Experience Management experience required
    EOI System Yes
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required
    Exploratory Visit Recommended
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit CAD $7,500 of $10,000 application fee is refunded if application is declined or withdrawn.
    PR/Work permit Letter of support from the province to apply for a work permit;Obtain nomination once all of the terms and conditions of Performance Agreement are met.
    Additional Requirements CLB 4 in English or French; minimum education of secondary school equivalent

    21-59 years old

    Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI-PNP) – Partial Ownership

    Program Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI-PNP) – Partial Ownership (terminated)
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $600,000
    Minimum Investment CAD $150,000 and own a percentage of equity in an existing business of at least 1/3 ownership OR $1,000,000 investment
    Experience Management experience required
    EOI System Yes
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required, must fall within an eligible sector of business set out by the provincial govt
    Exploratory Visit Required
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit CAD $200,000
    PR/Work permit PR after obtaining nomination certificate
    Additional Requirements Submit an investment agreement
    Minimum IELTS band score of 4.0 within the last 2 years
    Score 50+ points on assessment grid

    Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI-PNP) — 100% Ownership

    Program Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI-PNP) — 100% Ownership (terminated)
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $600,000
    Minimum Investment CAD $150,000
    Experience Management experience required
    EOI System Yes
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required
    Exploratory Visit Not specified
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit CAD $200,000
    PR/Work permit PR after obtaining provincial nomination certificate
    Additional Requirements CLB 4 in English or French
    21-59 years old

    Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) – Entrepreneur Category

    Program Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) – Entrepreneur Category
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $500,000
    Minimum Investment CAD $300,000 in Regina or Saskatoon and at least 33.3% ownership OR $200,000 in any other Saskatchewan community and at least 33.3% ownership OR CAD $1,000,000 investment or more
    Experience At least 3 years’ experience as an entrepreneur or managing a business in the past 10 years
    EOI System Yes
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required
    Exploratory Visit Required for business succession, joint ventures, and regional business opportunities
    Interview Upon request by SINP
    Refundable Deposit Not required
    PR/Work permit 2-year work permit; PR contingent upon meeting program requirements
    Additional Requirements Sign a Performance Agreement
    Create 2+ employment opportunities if establishing a business in Regina or Saskatoon

    Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) – Farm Owner/Operator Category

    Program Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) – Farm Owner/Operator Category
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $500,000
    Minimum Investment N/A
    Experience Farming operation ownership experience using agricultural practices similar to those used in Saskatchewan-based farming
    EOI System No
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Farm Establishment Plan (FEP) required
    Exploratory Visit Required
    Interview Upon request
    Refundable Deposit CAD $75,000
    PR/Work permit PR after obtaining nomination certificate
    Additional Requirements Submit a Farm Establishment Plan
    Sign a Performance Agreement

    Yukon Business Nominee Program (YBNP)

    Program Yukon Business Nominee Program (YBNP)
    Minimum Net Worth CAD $500,000 (including CAD $300,000 in liquid assets)
    Minimum Investment CAD $300,000 and at least 1/3 ownership with a Canadian citizen or permanent resident partner
    Experience Minimum of 3 years entrepreneurial/business management experience & minimum of 5 years relevant work experience
    EOI System Yes
    Managerial Role Required
    Business Plan Required
    Exploratory Visit Recommended, applicants are awarded points for past visits
    Interview Required
    Refundable Deposit Not required
    PR/Work permit 2-year work permit; PR contingent on meeting program requirements
    Additional Requirements Business must be in a strategic sector, as identified by the territory
    Must score 65+ points on assessment grid

     

    The Government of Quebec has suspended new applications through the PEQ’s Graduate Stream until Nov. 1, 2019. The two exceptions to this rule are:

    • graduates living in Quebec and holding a work permit that was valid on July 10, 2019, and expires before Nov. 1, 2019.
    • candidates who had their application for a Quebec Selection Certificate terminated on June 16, 2019, and were either a temporary resident of Quebec when they had applied or were working or studying in Quebec on June 16, 2019.
    Apply under the PEQ as an International Student
    Foreign students who have studied in Quebec may be eligible to apply for a CSQ under the PEQ if they:

    • show intention to settle in Quebec to hold a job;
    • have stayed temporarily in Quebec for the purposes of study;
    • have obtained an eligible degree or diploma from an educational institution recognized by the Quebec Ministry of Education within the past 36 months;
    • have studied in Quebec for at least 1,800 hours (two years); and
    • show that he or she has successfully completed an advanced intermediate level French course at a Quebec educational institution, if his or her studies were not completed in French, or prove French ability by way of a standardized language test recognized by the Government of Quebec.

    MIDI will not issue a CSQ until the applicant submits a complete transcript and an attestation of successful completion of diploma.

    NOTE: Prospective Quebec graduates can no longer apply for a CSQ six months before obtaining their diploma. Quebec graduates have to obtain their diploma or provide an attestation of successful completion, as well as the transcript of their final grades, in order to submit a CSQ application to the Quebec Immigration Ministry.

    Apply under the PEQ as a Temporary Foreign Worker
    Temporary Foreign Workers in Quebec may be eligible to apply for a CSQ under the PEQ if they:

    • show intention to settle in Quebec to hold a job;
    • have stayed temporarily in Quebec for the purposes of work;
    • have had full-time work experience in Quebec for at least 12 months of the 24 months preceding the submission of an application;
    • have legal status in Quebec as a temporary worker or as part of a youth exchange program, such as International Experience Canada (IEC) (Working Holiday, Young Professionals or International Co-op Internship).
    • are employed at the time of the application; and
    • can show that they have successfully completed an advanced intermediate level French course at a Quebec educational institution, if the studies were not completed in French, or prove French ability by way of a standardized language test recognized by the Government of Quebec. Alternatively, they can show that they have satisfied the French language requirements of the professional order governing their occupation in Quebec.

    Full-time Work Experience for the PEQ
    The MIDI considers a minimum of 30 hours of paid work per week as full-time employment. Full-time work experience acquired as an international student while on a Post-Graduation Work Permit or under a Youth Exchange/International Experience Canada (IEC) Program may be taken into account if the applicant meets all PEQ requirements. MIDI will not consider any period of part-time work, self-employment, or entrepreneurial work under the PEQ.

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