Even if you don't want to work when you arrive, you may qualify for investment migration.
The Canadian government is keen to attract immigrant investment to small and medium-sized businesses - even if the investors themselves have no desire to play an active role in the management.
There are several ways that the small entrepreneurial investor can profit by being British. For example, Pubs, teashops, and fish and chip shops are novelties over there in Canada, and unknown still in many towns! The bed and breakfast inns have also succeeded well, and import shops are an old favourite.
Merely possessing a British accent can help enough to get you interviews with the people you need to see.
Canada welcomes experienced business applicants with extensive business knowledge, some investment funds and the ability to establish and manage a successful Canadian business. This visa category for business immigrants includes working for yourself, or investing to establish or buy into a business or commercial venture within Canada.
Your intention should be to establish a business that generates revenues and creates job opportunities and employment for Canadian citizens, thus making a positive impact on the Canadian economy.
There are a number of opportunities for business people including self-employed persons. Most of the provinces have their own business programs, so even if you do not qualify for the state requirements it may be another option open to you.
To qualify for business migration visa options you'll need to demonstrate an ability to become successfully established in your occupation or business in Canada - as well as meeting all other criteria.
Bear in mind that self-employment is a big jump from working for someone else, and to attempt this at the same time as switching countries may prove to be a step too far without professional help.
If you are prepared to run a business, there are four basic routes. You can buy up an existing concern (e.g. invest in a bar, and turn it into a pub), set up a branch office (especially useful for a trading firm), go into a joint venture (but you have to find a trustworthy local partner), or start from scratch.
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