Investment Immigration

Overview

Investment Immigration Pathways

Canada offers various immigration options for high-net-worth individuals who wish to invest in the Canadian economy while securing permanent residence. These programs connect investment capital with economic development goals across different provinces and territories.

Investment immigration programs are designed to attract individuals who can contribute significant financial resources and business expertise to Canada. These programs help create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and foster entrepreneurship in communities across the country.

While the federal Immigrant Investor Program has been closed to new applications, several provincial programs continue to offer investment-based pathways to permanent residence. Understanding which program aligns with your investment capacity and goals is key to a successful application.

At Grandview Immigration, we help investors and entrepreneurs evaluate their options, identify the most suitable provincial program, and prepare comprehensive applications that meet program requirements and demonstrate economic benefit.

Quebec

Quebec Immigrant Investor Program

The Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP) is one of Canada's most recognized and long-standing investment immigration programs. While the program has undergone significant reforms and periodic suspensions, it remains a key pathway for high-net-worth individuals seeking permanent residence in Canada through investment.

Key features of the QIIP typically include:

• Minimum Net Worth: A legally acquired personal net worth of at least $2 million CAD
• Investment: A passive, government-guaranteed investment of $1.2 million CAD for a five-year term, financed through a financial intermediary
• Management Experience: At least two years of management experience in a lawful business, government agency, or international organization within the five years before the application
• Residence in Quebec: A genuine intention to settle in Quebec

Unlike entrepreneur programs, the QIIP does not require active business management in Canada. The investment is passive and guaranteed by the Quebec government, making it an attractive option for investors who wish to maintain flexibility in their professional activities.

Program requirements and intake periods are subject to change. Our team monitors the QIIP closely and can advise on current availability, application windows, and any quota limits that may apply.

Provincial

Provincial Entrepreneur Streams

Beyond Quebec, many other provinces offer entrepreneur immigration streams that allow candidates to start, purchase, or invest in a business in that province. These are active investment pathways that require hands-on management of a Canadian business.

Common features of provincial entrepreneur streams include:

• Minimum Net Worth: Typically ranging from $300,000 to $800,000 CAD, depending on the province and the specific stream
• Investment Amount: Minimum business investments generally range from $100,000 to $500,000 CAD, depending on the province and location within the province
• Business Ownership: Candidates typically must own at least one-third of the business, or make a specified minimum equity investment
• Business Plan: A detailed business plan demonstrating economic benefit to the province, including job creation for Canadian citizens or permanent residents
• Active Management: A requirement to actively manage the business from within the province on a daily basis
• Exploratory Visit: Many provinces require a mandatory exploratory visit before or during the application process

Popular provincial entrepreneur programs include the British Columbia PNP Entrepreneur streams, Ontario's Entrepreneur Stream, Saskatchewan's Entrepreneur Category, Manitoba's Business Investor Stream, and the entrepreneur pathways in the Atlantic provinces.

Each stream has unique eligibility criteria, sector preferences, and community-specific requirements. Our team helps you compare programs, prepare competitive applications, and develop business plans that align with provincial economic priorities.