The Canada Business Visa Program is designed for entrepreneurs, investors, and business professionals who wish to establish, invest in, or manage a business in Canada. It provides a pathway to permanent residency for those who can contribute to the Canadian economy through business development, job creation, or capital investment. Applicants are assessed based on business experience, investment capacity, and potential economic impact, and must meet eligibility requirements set by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
This program allows individuals to immigrate to Canada by making a CAD $1,200,000 investment with the Quebec government under its Immigrant Investor Program. The investment is fully guaranteed by the government of Quebec, ensuring a secure and reliable pathway for investors. The government utilizes these funds to support economic development initiatives, job creation, and regional growth within the province. After a period of five years, the entire investment amount is refunded to the investor, interest-free, making it an attractive option for those seeking long-term stability and Canadian permanent residency through investment. Eligibility Criteria:
The Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Program allows international companies to temporarily transfer qualified employees to Canada to improve management efficiency, expand operations, and enhance competitiveness. If your company plans to open a parent company, branch, subsidiary, or affiliate in Canada, you may qualify for a Canadian work permit under the ICT Start-Up Visa stream. Likewise, employees with specialized knowledge may transfer to a Canadian branch or affiliate without a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Generally, start-ups should have a physical location in Canada. However, executives or senior managers may initially use a representative’s address until business premises are secured.
If you are facing a five-year ban from entering Canada, you may be able to overcome this inadmissibility by submitting an application under Section 25(1) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), also known as a Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) application.
Success in H&C cases requires strong legal arguments and compelling supporting evidence, best prepared by an experienced immigration lawyer. At CTIS, we specialize in complex H&C applications and provide strategic solutions to help clients resolve their immigration challenges. As these applications are typically decided on paper, they must be clear, comprehensive, and persuasive.
Among these, the similarity of positions is often the most critical consideration.
