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Immigrate to Canada through Nova Scotia Entrepreneur Stream

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Nova Scotia Entrepreneur Stream is for experienced business owners or senior business managers who want to live in Nova Scotia. They must start a new business or buy an existing business and must actively participate in the day-to-day management of the business. Approved applicants must operate a business in Nova Scotia on a Work Permit (WP) for at least one continuous year before being nominated for permanent resident status in Canada.

Application to the stream is by invitation only. You should first complete the online Expression of Interest (EOI).  Selected applicants will be invited to apply for the program based on the information they enter online. You cannot apply directly to this program unless you are invited to apply.

Minimum Requirement

To apply through this program,candidates must be aware of the following minimum requirements:

1- Minimum age

You must be 21 years of age or older

2- Minimum Net Worth

You must have net worth of at least $600,000 CAD

3- Minimum Language Ability

You must have taken an approved test results and have obtained a minimum score of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 in all for abilities in English or French

4- Minimum Education

You must have one of the following from a high school or a post-secondary institution:
• Canadian educational credential (certificate, diploma, or degree); or
• equivalent foreign credential
Applicants with a foreign education must provide an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report ➨Appendix for their foreign education.
The ECA Report must not be more than 5 years old prior to the date the Express Entry profile is submitted.

5- Minimum Business Experience

In the last ten (10) years you must have:
• at least 3 years’ experience managing and owning a business (33.33% ownership minimum); OR
• more than 5 years’ experience in a senior business management role

To find out if you’re eligible for immigration to Canada, simply complete our free assessment! or send your full name and phone to business@itc-canada.com A member of the ITC Immigration Team will review your eligibility and contact you to discuss your options!

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To find out if you’re eligible for immigration to Canada, simply complete our free assessment! or send your full name and phone to business@itc-canada.com A member of the ITC Immigration Team will review your eligibility and contact you to discuss your options!

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Nova Scotia Entrepreneur Stream

Exploratory Visit

The exploratory visit is mandatory for persons purchasing an existing business. If you are starting a new business, the exploratory visit is not mandatory, but recommended.

Entrepreneur Points Grid

Factors
Points (maximum)
Language
35
Education
25
Business Ownership or Senior Management Experience
35
Net worth
10
Age
10
Adaptability
10
Nova Scotia Economic Priorities
10
Investment
15
Total Score
150

The Process

  • Step 1 :

    Expression of Interest Criteria and Process

  • Step 2:

    Invitation to Apply

  • Step 3:

    In Person Interview and Business Performance Agreement

  • Step 4:

    Work Permit and Business Establishment in Nova Scotia

  • Step 5:

    Request for Nomination

  • Step 6:

    Apply for Permanent Residence

  • Step 7:

    Medical and Permanent Residence Visa

Fees

BC PNP Registration Fee: C$ 300

BC PNP Application Fee: C$ 3,500 (Additional C$ 1000 for key staff member if applicable)

Federal Processing Fee: C$ 550 for each person 19 years and over, C$ 550 for each child

Right of Permanent Residence Fee: C$ 490 for main applicant, C$ 490 for spouse

To find out if you’re eligible for immigration to Canada, simply complete our free assessment! or send your full name and phone to business@itc-canada.com A member of the ITC Immigration Team will review your eligibility and contact you to discuss your options!

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About Canada

  • Visa Free Countries : 173, Rank: 2 (Visa Restriction Index 2014)
  • GDP per Capita : $43,100
  • Currency : Canadian Dollar (CAD)
  • Tax rates : 0 to 50% + Surcharge taxes (Varies), Sales Tax 5% to 15%, Corporate tax 11%-15% (federal) + 0%-16% (provincial)
  • Location : North America
  • Capital : Ottawa
  • Population : 34.835 million
  • Language : English 58.7%, French 22%, Other 19.3%
  • Religions : Christian 67.2%, Muslim 3.2%, Hindu 1.5%, Sikh 1.4%, Buddist 1.1%, Jewish 1%, No religion 23.9%
  • Government Type : Parliamentary democracy, a federation, and a constitutional monarchy
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