Manitoba Investor Visa Canada

Applicant Qualifying Criteria

To be eligible for the Entrepreneur Pathway applicants must:

• Meet personal net worth requirements of at least CAD $500,000.
• Have at least three years’ experience managing or operating a business in the past five years.
• Take an approved English or French language test and score at least CLB 5.
• Have completed at a minimum an equivalent of a Canadian high school certificate.
• Invest at least $250,000 in a business located in the Winnipeg region or at least $150,000 in a business located outside the Winnipeg region.
• Make a business research visit to Manitoba no more than one year prior to submitting an expression of interest (EOI) to apply for the program.

To be eligible for the Farm Investor Pathway applicants must:

• Meet personal net worth requirements of at least CAD $500,000.
• Have at least three years’ farm ownership and operation experience.
• Invest at least $300,000 in a farm business in rural Manitoba.
• Make a farm business research visit to Manitoba no more than one year prior to submitting an expression of interest (EOI) to apply for the program.

Verification of Personal Net Worth

As part of the application process, the personal net worth of the primary applicant must be verified by a qualified supplier. The cost of the review is typically in a range of CAD $3,000 to CAD $5,000. The applicant must give the qualified supplier access to all documentation (such as bank statements, investment statements, and proof of property ownership) that the qualified supplier needs to verify his or her net worth.

• If the application is approved, sign a performance agreement and obtain a work permit
• Establish residence in Manitoba
• Establish and manage the business in Manitoba for 18 to 20 months
• Submit a final report
• Await confirmation of nomination as a provincial nominee
• Apply for permanent residence (including eligible family members)
• Obtain permanent residence visas

The Manitoba Entrepreneur/Farm Investor process:

• Make an exploratory visit to Manitoba
• Submit an online registration (EOI)
• Wait for an invitation to apply after the pre-application has been scored
• Submit an application to the MINP that includes a comprehensive business plan

How can a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant Help?

In addition to making sure the application is complete there are three main areas where an RCIC can help.

Immigration Strategy and Option: An RCIC can advise you on the different options that are available to you to obtain permanent residence in Canada and explain the pros and cons of each option. It is important you choose the best immigration program from the start as this will likely save you time and money in the long run.

Professional Representation: If you do not have a representative assisting you then you will probably only submit the required documentation listed on the PNP or IRCC checklist. Submitting only these documents may be enough to result in a favorable decision. However, submitting only those documents sometimes is not enough to make your case and to satisfy the visa officer you meet the requirements of the visa. Generally, it is wise to submit as much evidence as you can above and beyond the minimum required by the PNP office or IRCC. Your representative can assist you in preparing and submitting a strong application by identifying the weaknesses in your application and advising you how to strengthen your application.

Submission letter: An RCIC will prepare and submit a submission letter on behalf of the applicant along with the application. The submission letter is an important part of the application which summarizes and more importantly demonstrates why you meet the requirements of the visa.

Ready to apply to the Manitoba Business Investor Stream?

• Review your information and develop a strategy to apply
• Assist you in identifying suitable investment opportunities
• Aide you in making an exploratory visit (if applicable)
• Help you to engage an approved regional community (if applicable)
• Prepare and submit your visa application to the NSNP and IRCC
• Act as your authorized representative to the NSNP and IRCC

If you want to apply for permanent residence through the Manitoba Business Investor Stream we are here to help! Please complete our free assessment form or contact us and one of our Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants will revert to you within 48 hours.