Canada offers several business immigration options for individuals who want to start or invest in a business in the country. These options include the following:
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Sorted by most recent draw first
| # | Date | Round Type | Invitations Issued | CRS Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 342 | April 14, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 825 | 764 |
| 341 | March 21, 2025 | French language proficiency (Version 1) | 7,500 | 379 |
| 340 | March 17, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 536 | 736 |
| 339 | March 6, 2025 | French language proficiency (Version 1) | 4,500 | 410 |
| 338 | March 3, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 725 | 667 |
| 337 | February 19, 2025 | French language proficiency (Version 1) | 6,500 | 428 |
| 336 | February 17, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 646 | 750 |
| 335 | February 5, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 521 |
| 334 | February 4, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 455 | 802 |
| 333 | January 23, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 527 |
| 332 | January 8, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,350 | 542 |
| 331 | January 7, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 471 | 793 |
Category-Based Draws Dominance:
French Proficiency: Frequent low-CRS draws (e.g., 379 in March 2025)18.
Healthcare/Trades: Targeted occupations saw CRS scores as low as 336 (French) and 463 (Healthcare)35.
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP):
High CRS requirements (e.g., 802 in February 2025)1, reflecting competitive provincial nominations.
Canadian Experience Class (CEC):
Steady invitations with CRS scores ~500–550, prioritizing in-Canada applicants49.
General Draws Discontinued:
No all-program draws since April 2024, aligning with Canada’s focus on labor shortages79.
Canada offers several business immigration options for individuals who want to start or invest in a business in the country. These options include the following:
To work in Canada on a temporary basis, foreign workers need the work permit. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) approve Canada work visas under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).
