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Canada is more than just a great place to live — it’s a land of innovation and entrepreneurship. For aspiring business founders, the Startup Visa Program provides a direct path to Canadian permanent residency (PR) through entrepreneurship.
At Globexa Immigration, we specialize in helping global entrepreneurs turn their business dreams into a Canadian success story. This blog is your complete 2025 guide to the Canada Startup Visa Program, packed with expert insights, eligibility details, application steps, and insider tips.
1. What is Canada’s Startup Visa Program?
The Startup Visa Program (SUV) is a federal immigration stream that invites foreign entrepreneurs to build innovative businesses in Canada. The goal is to bring in fresh ideas, generate jobs for Canadians, and help the Canadian economy thrive in global markets.
This program is ideal for:
Tech and AI startups
Green energy companies
SaaS platforms
Innovative eCommerce solutions
Scalable mobile apps
Globexa Immigration helps you develop your business model and connect with designated organizations to qualify under this program.
2. Benefits of the Startup Visa Program in Canada
Here’s why Globexa Immigration recommends the SUV Program for eligible entrepreneurs:
Direct PR pathway for founders and their families
No age cap or CRS score limitations
No personal investment minimum required
Settle anywhere in Canada (except Quebec)
Access to Canada’s business ecosystem
Work permit option while waiting for PR
Canada is investing in future-focused innovation — and your startup could be part of that journey.
3. Who Can Apply? – Eligibility Criteria
To qualify under the Startup Visa Program in 2025, you must meet these four IRCC-mandated requirements:
1. Qualifying Business Ownership
Before PR is granted, you must prove that:
Each founder owns at least 10% voting rights
Combined, the founders and designated organization hold 50%+ of voting rights
The business is incorporated in Canada
The startup is actively managed from within Canada
Globexa Immigration assists with incorporation and compliance steps.
2. Language Requirement
You must score at least CLB 5 in English or French in:
Speaking
Reading
Listening
Writing
Accepted tests:
IELTS (General)
CELPIP (General)
TEF / TCF (French)
We offer language prep advice as part of our SUV support package.
4. Application Process – Step-by-Step (with Globexa Immigration)
Here’s how we streamline your Startup Visa journey:
Step 1: Startup Consultation with Globexa Immigration
We evaluate your idea’s eligibility, market fit, and innovation factor. Then we begin building your Canadian-style business plan.
Step 2: Match with a Designated Organization
We help you:
Build pitch decks
Schedule interviews or pitch meetings
Secure Letters of Support
Step 3: File Your PR Application
Our experts prepare and submit your Startup Visa PR application to IRCC with:
Letter of Support
Proof of funds
Medicals and police clearance
Business incorporation docs
Language test results
Step 4: Apply for a Temporary Work Permit (Optional)
Want to move to Canada immediately? If your letter of support is strong, we help you apply for a short-term work permit to begin operations.
5. Mistakes to Avoid (That We Help You Prevent)
Pitching without a refined business model
Submitting an incomplete PR file
Choosing the wrong organization
Not preparing for pitch interviews
Failing to incorporate in Canada correctly
With Globexa Immigration, these costly mistakes are 100% avoidable.
6. Where Can You Live in Canada Under This Program?
The SUV allows you to live anywhere in Canada except Quebec. Popular cities for startups include:
Toronto – Best for tech and finance
Vancouver – Ideal for international startups
Calgary – Growing in energy & cleantech
Waterloo – Canada’s Silicon Valley
Halifax – Affordable and startup-friendly
7. How Globexa Immigration Helps
We provide end-to-end Startup Visa support, including:
✅ Business idea evaluation
✅ Pitch deck & business plan preparation
✅ Matching with incubators/investors
✅ Incorporation support
✅ PR & work permit application filing
✅ Family member inclusion
✅ Ongoing immigration compliance
Whether you’re in India, UAE, Africa, or Southeast Asia — Globexa Immigration helps you build your Canadian startup dream.