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Program Overview
Canada Business Immigration Programs Overview
Canada's business immigration programs were designed with a clear purpose: to attract motivated entrepreneurs and investors who will actively contribute to the Canadian economy — not passive capital, but real operators building real businesses. The programs available today reflect a deliberate shift toward quality over volume, offering well-defined pathways for individuals who have the experience, capital, and commitment to become a genuine part of Canada's economic fabric.
Who Are These Programs Designed For?
Canada's business immigration programs are designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, and senior executives who have built something — and want to build something in Canada, too.
The ideal candidate has a proven track record of managing or owning a business, access to sufficient personal net worth and investment capital, a credible plan for operating a business in Canada, and a genuine intention to settle and contribute to the Canadian community.
These are not programs for passive investors. They are for people who run things.
Investment Requirements
Investment thresholds vary by program and province. Generally, applicants should expect to demonstrate:
✔ Personal net worth sufficient to fund the investment and support your family during establishment
✔ Business investment ranging from $100,000 in some provinces to $600,000+ in larger markets
✔ A credible, independently reviewed business plan with realistic financial projections and job creation targets
✔ Evidence of prior business ownership or senior management experience
Exact requirements depend on the specific program and province selected. Our free eligibility tool will narrow this down for your profile.
Our Process
From First Conversation to Permanent Residence to Canadian Citizenship
Every step is guided, documented, and strategically built for the strongest possible application.
Free Eligibility Check
Use our online tool — built by our lawyers — to get an instant read on which pathways apply to your profile.
Strategy Meeting
A 1-hour session with a regulated immigration lawyer. We review your business, capital, and goals — and build your roadmap.
Application Build
We prepare every document, business case, and submission — reviewed by professionals before it reaches IRCC.
Submission & Monitoring
We file, track your application through IRCC, and handle any requests for additional information.
Arrival & Permanent Residence
We guide you through arrival obligations, ongoing compliance, and your final pathway to permanent residence.
Why Canada
What Investors Actually Get from Canadian Citizenship
Visa-Free Travel
Canadian passports rank among the world's most powerful — with visa free/visa-on-arrival access to 182+ countries and territories, and global markets.
Healthcare & Education
Permanent residents access public healthcare and world-class education — including for your entire family.
Political Stability
Canada consistently ranks among the world's most stable, transparent, and business-friendly nations.
Full Family Inclusion
Your spouse and dependent children are included in your permanent residence application and pathway to citizenship.
Quick Facts
Investmet: Rural ($250,000) & Big Cities ($400,000)
Buy, Start or Expand Business
Operate Your Business for 1 Year
Obtain Residency & Canadian Citizenship under 5 years
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Why Sobirovs
A Boutique Law Firm. Real Accountability. Real Lawyers.
We are a regulated Canadian law firm, and every piece of advice we give is backed by professional accountability — to you and to the Law Society of Ontario.
Exclusively Business & Investor Immigration.
We do not handle routine immigration. Business immigration is our sole practice area — which means every memeber of our team is a specialist, not a generalist.
Beyond Immigration — Full Business Establishment Support.
We don't just handle your immigration. We help you find the right business, plan your entry into the Canadian market, and support you through every stage of establishment.
Active Risk Management.
We identify and address risks before they become problems. From immigration compliance and permit conditions to business structure, regulatory requirements, and market entry risks — we help you anticipate what could go wrong and build a strategy that protects both your investment and your status in Canada. We offer refundable service packages.
Our Credentials
Chambers & Partners — Band 4
Ranked for Immigration in Canada by the world's leading legal directory. Independently validated. Working hard to get to Band 3 by 2027.
The Legal 500 — Recognized
Listed among Canada's leading immigration practices in The Legal 500 directory.
Law Society of Ontario — Regulated
Fully regulated by the LSO. Unlike consultants and brokers, our lawyers carry professional obligations of competence, confidentiality, and loyalty — enforceable by law.
4.8 Stars — 226+ Google Reviews
Consistently rated five-stars by the entrepreneurs and investors we have helped reach Canadian permanent residence.
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Client Stories
Investors Who Found Their Path to Canada with Us
"I have a pretty complex case (entrepreneur) and I've interviewed 5 different firms. From the beginning it was clear that Sobirovs had the most knowledge about all the different options. They were also more affordable. I am extremely happy with the entire process and support I've received. I've received my visa and couldn't be happier."
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"I cannot appreciate Sobirovs enough for their outstanding service in helping me secure a work visa and permanent residency for my family in Canada. From the initial consultation to the final approval, they provided exceptional support throughout the entire process. Thanks to their efforts, we received our work visa and PR much sooner than expected."
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"By pure heart, I lost hope — and then I met the Sobirovs team. They guided me in a way that helped me regain hope, trust, and self-belief. The whole team is very supportive, full of knowledge and confidence. I really thank you all."
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"I have taken the services of Sobirov Law Firm for my Canadian immigration process, and I must say they have been exceptional, professional, and truly dedicated from the very beginning. My case was quite complicated, yet their team handled it so smoothly, efficiently, and with such a remarkable expertise which was far beyond my expectations."
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FAQ
Questions Investors Ask Us Most
Does Canada have a "golden visa" — can I buy permanent residence directly?
Not in the traditional passive-investment sense. Canada's investor pathways require active business participation — you must establish or purchase a real operating business, manage it, and demonstrate genuine economic contribution. This is by design: Canada targets operators, not passive capital. The result is a more rigorous process, but also a more durable and defensible permanent residence status. Our free eligibility check identifies which active pathways apply to your profile and capital level.
Can my family come with me?
Yes. Your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children are included in your permanent residence application. Dependent children can access Canada's public school system. Your spouse will typically receive an open work authorisation during the process, allowing them to work for any Canadian employer.
How long does the process take?
Timelines vary by pathway. Provincial business streams typically involve an initial application review (2–6 months), a business establishment period on a work permit (12–24 months), a performance assessment, nomination, and then federal permanent residence processing (6–12 months). The new federal entrepreneur pilot targets a 12-month overall processing timeline. We give every client a realistic milestone timeline — updated to reflect current processing data — as part of the strategy meeting.
How much capital do I need to immigrate to Canada as an investor?
It depends on the pathway and province. Provincial business streams typically require business investments ranging from CAD $100,000 to $600,000+ depending on the region, along with demonstrated personal net worth. Some pathways have no fixed minimum investment — they assess the viability and economic impact of your proposed business. We provide a clear, written estimate of capital requirements as part of your strategy session.
What is the difference between using a broker and using a law firm like Sobirovs?
A broker or investment consultant is not legally accountable for the immigration advice they give you. They cannot represent you before Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), and they have no professional obligations to you under Canadian law. A regulated law firm like Sobirovs operates under the Law Society of Ontario — which means our lawyers are legally and professionally accountable for every piece of advice, every document submitted, and every strategy recommended. If something goes wrong, you have recourse. With a broker, you typically do not.
Do I need to be present in Canada during the process?
For most business-based pathways, yes — Canadian immigration rewards genuine economic participation. Provincial entrepreneur streams typically require you to physically establish your business in Canada, operate it during a defined period, and demonstrate ongoing involvement. Your initial entry is usually on a work permit, which allows you and your family to live and work in Canada from day one of the business establishment phase.
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