British Columbia invites candidates in a new immigration draw
BC Invites Entrepreneurs to Set Up Business in the Province!
This week, British Columbia (BC) took another exciting step to attract global business minds. Through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), BC issued invitations to qualified entrepreneurs to apply for permanent residency.
Latest Draw Details – April 15, 2025
In its third Base Stream draw of 2025, the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) invited 5 entrepreneurial candidates to apply for provincial nomination.
The lowest score among those invited was 115.
| Province | Stream | Job offer required? | EOI required? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta | Graduate Entrepreneur Stream | No | Yes |
| Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur Stream | No | Yes | |
| Manitoba | Career Employment Pathway | Yes | Yes |
| Graduate Internship Pathway | No | Yes | |
| International Student Entrepreneur Pilot | No | Yes | |
| New Brunswick | Private Career College Graduate Pilot Program | Yes | Yes |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | International Graduate Category | Yes | Yes |
| International Graduate Entrepreneur – Starting a New Business | No | Yes | |
| International Graduate Entrepreneur – Purchasing an Existing Business | No | Yes | |
| Nova Scotia | International Graduates in Demand Stream | Yes | No |
| International Graduate Entrepreneur | No | Yes | |
| Ontario | Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream | Yes | Yes |
| Master's Graduate Stream | No | Yes | |
| PhD Graduate Stream | No | Yes | |
| Prince Edward Island | International Graduates | Yes | Yes |
| Saskatchewan | Worker with Saskatchewan Work Experience – Student Sub-category | Yes | No |
Who Can Apply?
If you’re an entrepreneur dreaming of starting or buying a business in BC, here’s what you need to qualify:
- A minimum score of 115 points on BC’s registration system
- Net worth of at least $600,000
- CLB 4 or higher in English or French
- A personal investment of at least $200,000 into the business
- Ownership of at least one-third of the business, or a $1 million equity investment
- At least a 2-year post-secondary diploma, or one of the following:
- 3 years as a business owner-manager
- 4 years as a senior business manager
- Or a combo of both roles
Plus, your business must create at least one full-time job for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident in BC.
What About Smaller Communities?
In addition, BC offers a Regional Entrepreneur Stream for those interested in setting up businesses in smaller towns.
This stream has:
- Lower net worth requirements
- A need to visit the community
- And a support letter from the local area
Important Changes to the BC PNP
However, keep in mind: BC has made major updates to its immigration program.
Some streams have closed, while others are on pause.
In 2025, BC is focusing on:
- Front-line healthcare workers
- High-impact entrepreneurs
- And skilled workers
Why This Matters
If you’re a business-minded individual looking to invest in Canada, this could be your golden opportunity to settle in one of the country’s most vibrant provinces—and build your future while boosting the local economy.
Get in touch with SPS Global
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