The Business Immigration Program seeks to attract experienced business people to Canada who will support the development of a strong and prosperous Canadian economy. There are 3 different categories of business class.
1) Investors
The Immigrant Investor Program seeks experienced business people to invest $0.8 Million into Canada’s economy and become permanent residents. Investors must:

* show that they have business experience
* have a minimum net worth of $1.6 Million that was obtained legally and
* make a $0.8 Million investment.

Your investment is managed by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and CIC will return your $0.8 Million investment, without interest, about five years and two months after payment.

2) Entrepreneurs
The Entrepreneur Program seeks to attract experienced business persons who will own and actively manage businesses in Canada that contribute to the economy and create jobs. Entrepreneurs must:

* show that they have business experience
* have a minimum net worth of C$300,000 that was obtained legally and
* respect the conditions for entrepreneurs after they arrive in Canada.

3) Self-employed
The Self-Employed Persons Program seeks to attract applicants who have the intention and ability to become self-employed in Canada. Self-employed persons are required to have either:

* relevant experience that will make a significant contribution to the cultural or athletic life of Canada or
* experience in farm management and the intention and ability to purchase and manage a farm in Canada.