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What is the British Columbia's Entrepreneur immigration stream - Base category?
This stream focuses on foreign nationals who want to operate a business in British Columbia an opportunity to apply for permanent residence. The stream operates very similar to the expression of interest framework where the foreign national submits a profile with the provincial government. Each profile is assigned a score based on certain factors such as education, experience, language, economic viability, etc. The system will calculate the score automatically based on the information you provide.
What is the eligibility criteria?
| Active Profile (Express Entry) | Not required |
| Provincial Connection | Not required |
| Education | Post-Secondary |
| Job Offer | Not required |
| Language Skills | CLB 4 |
| Work Experience | 3 years experience – ownership or managing a business |
| Net Worth | CAD $600,000 |
| Investment | CAD $200,000 |
| Business ownership | Must own 33.33% of the business |
The foreign national must have a full-time job offer from a qualified BC employer with no definite end date. The job offer must be NOC skill level 0, A or B and must be for one of the 11 health occupations which are approved by the provincial government.
The job offer must be from a BC public healthcare authority as listed below.
Provincial Health Services Authority
First Nations Health Authority
Fraser Health
Interior Health
Island Health
Northern Health
Vancouver Coastal Health
Providence Health Care
What is the process?
Step 1 – Create a Business Proposal
Creating a business proposal which supports the key economic targets of British Columbia and is suited to your experience will require some research. Please click here to access the resources provided by the provincial government which will help you determine the location and type of business you may adopt.
Step 2 – Register your profile with BC PNP
You will create a profile online which will require information about your business experience, your business plan, etc. The fee is $300 for this step.
Upon successful registration, you will enter the pool of qualified candidates which will remain valid for 6 months. If invited, you will have 4 months to submit the complete application.
Step 3 – If approved, get a work permit
Upon approval, you will get a letter of support from the provincial government which you will use to apply for a work permit to IRCC.
Step 4 – Establish your business in BC
Once you arrive in British Columbia, you will establish your business as per the performance agreement plan jointly signed by you and the provincial government. You will have 20 months for this implementation stage.
Step 5 – BC PNP Nomination
Prior to your nomination, you will submit your final report to the provincial government demonstrating how you have implemented the performance agreement plan. If approved, you will be issued a confirmation of provincial nominee.
Step 6 – Get your permanent Residence
You may apply for PR using your certificate of nomination to IRCC.
Will I be invited If I meet the requirements?
There is no guarantee if you will be invited. However, you will enter the pool of qualified candidates which will remain valid for 6 months.
How will my net worth be verified?
An accounting firm approved by the provincial government must verify your financial information such as your personal net worth, your source of income, etc. When you get your initiation to apply, it will mention which accounting firm is approved.
How long do I have to submit my application after getting an ITA?
Once you get your invitation to apply, you will have up to 4 months to submit your application.
Will I be required to attend an interview?
An interview may be requested by the provincial government where you may be asked questions about your work experience, business plan, etc.
What happens once application is approved?
You will sign a performance agreement with the provincial government and get a letter of support which can be used to apply for a work permit.
How Can I Apply For This Program?
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Where can I find information about the recent draws?
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