Residency & Golden Visas / Canada / Route
Canada · Investment route
Start, buy, or manage a business in Nova Scotia to gain Canadian permanent residency through entrepreneurship.
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
The Nova Scotia Entrepreneur Stream (NSNP) lets business owners and managers start, buy, or run a business in Nova Scotia. It provides a path to Canadian PR through active business management and job creation. Applicants first get a temporary work permit and may apply for PR after one year.
What you getالمزايا
Direct pathway to Canadian PR through business setup.
Low investment and cost of living compared to other provinces.
Opportunities in tech, manufacturing, and ocean sectors.
Family can live, work, and study in Nova Scotia.
Government and community support for entrepreneurs.
Investment & costsالتكاليف
Qualifying investment
Minimum investment
Before application · Invest CAD $150,000 in a Nova Scotia business.
Net worth requirement
Pre-qualification · Verified net worth of CAD $600,000.
Estimated government & admin fees
Upon submission · Confirm latest NSNP and IRCC fees.
Figures are indicative and exclusive of professional fees. Your advisor confirms an exact, written cost breakdown for your family size.
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
Age 21 or older with minimum high school education.
3 years of business ownership or 5 years in management.
Net worth of CAD 600,000 and investment of at least CAD 150,000.
CLB 5 in English or French and creation of one full-time job.
Own at least 33.3% and operate the business for 12 months before nomination.
Proof of funds
Who cannot apply
No active business ownership or senior management experience.
Unverified net worth or unclear fund sources.
Failure to meet Business Performance Agreement terms.
Language score below CLB 5 in English or French.
The processكيف نعمل
Submit EOI & Receive ITA
Submit your Expression of Interest and wait for an invitation.
Verify Net Worth & Submit Application
Get your financials verified and submit your business plan.
Attend Interview & Sign Agreement
Discuss your plan and sign the Business Performance Agreement.
Obtain Work Permit & Start Business
Apply for a work permit and operate your business for 12 months.
Get Nomination & Apply for PR
Receive nomination and apply for Permanent Residency.
Questionsأسئلة شائعة
This route, answered.
CAD $150,000 to start or buy a business in Nova Scotia.
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A senior advisor will confirm the exact costs, timeline and documents for your case — privately, and entirely off the record.