Provincial Nominee Program – Ontario

Entrepreneur Stream

• Control, or will control, at least one-third of the equity in the business
• Make a minimum of $200,000 – $600,000 investment in the business, depending on the location and business sector
• Actively manage the business
• Not have the option of redeeming the investment after a specified period
• Invest the capital in the business to make a profit, but not for the primary purpose of deriving interest, dividends or capital gains

Foreign Workers

• Have a permanent full-time job offer for a skilled occupation
• At least 2 years of work experience in the previous 5 years in the intended occupation

International Students

• Obtain a permanent full-time job offer for a skilled occupation
• Have obtained at least two-year diploma or degree, or a one-year post grad degree
• Have completed at least half of their studies while living and studying in Canada at an eligible college or university