Owner/ Operator Work Permit
The Owner/Operator work permit allows foreign entrepreneurs to establish or buy a business in Canada and work in that business. It is designed to support those who intend to actively manage their business and contribute to the Canadian economy.
Qualifications:
Business Ownership: Must have a significant ownership stake (typically more than 50%).
Active Management: Must be actively involved in managing the business.
Job Creation: Business should create jobs for Canadians and contribute to the economy.
Skills and Experience: Must have the necessary skills and experience to run the business.
LMIA: Requires a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), which is usually more straightforward for owner/operators.
Business Viability: Provide a detailed business plan showing the viability and economic benefits.
Compliance with Laws: Business must comply with all Canadian laws and regulations.
Program Benefits:
No quota limits, fast processing, and high success rate.
No high capital or asset requirements.
Independent management, strong control over company operations.
Enhance personal qualifications and gain Canadian work experience.
One application for the whole family to immigrate; minor children can enjoy Canada’s advanced international education and free healthcare.
Adapt to Canadian life in advance, making it easier to integrate into local culture.