The Provincial Nominee Immigration Program for Business allows Manitoba to recruit and select qualified businesspeople from around the world who have the intention and ability to move to Manitoba and establish or purchase business in the province, or become partners in an existing enterprise.
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To qualify for the Provincial Nominee Program for Business applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Minimum personal net worth: C$350,000
- Minimum amount of equity investment in Manitoba: C$150,000
- Demonstrated business experience or a minimum of three years experience in a senior management role of a successful company. In a partnership situation the PNP applicant must have a minimum of 33-1/3 shares and play an active management role in the business.
- Conducted an exploratory visit to Manitoba to investigate business opportunities and Manitoba’s quality of life for a minimum of seven days.
- Following approval of your application you will be required to make a C$75,000 cash deposit to the Government of Manitoba, guaranteeing the establishment or purchase of a business in Manitoba. The cash deposit will be refunded to you when the investment is made and the intended business is undertaken as outlined in your application.
Manitoba would like to accept all applicants who meet the program criteria for nomination, however Manitoba will select the applicants who best meet the qualifications and who have the potential to contribute to Manitoba’s economic growth.
Applicants who are nominated by the province to receive Canadian permanent resident status will be required to apply for their visa at a Canadian visa office, high commission, consulate or embassy abroad. We will help you prepare your application for yourself and your dependants.
For more information about this program visit Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program for Business
