Nova Scotia isn’t just a beautiful place to live—it’s also a land of opportunity for those with an entrepreneurial spirit. Whether you’re an experienced business owner or a recent graduate ready to turn your ideas into action, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) offers two business-focused immigration pathways to help you establish yourself in Canada:
👉 Entrepreneur Stream
👉 International Graduate Entrepreneur Stream
Let’s explore how these programs work and how they can help you launch your business—and your life—in one of Canada’s most vibrant and welcoming provinces.
🧑💼 NSNP Entrepreneur Stream
This stream is designed for experienced business owners or senior managers who want to start or buy a business in Nova Scotia and actively manage it. After operating the business for at least one year, successful applicants may be nominated for permanent residence.
Eligibility Highlights:
- Be 21 years of age or older
- Have a minimum net worth of CAD $600,000
- Be willing to invest at least CAD $150,000 of your own money
- Have at least 3 years of business ownership or 5+ years in senior management
- Intend to settle in Nova Scotia and manage the day-to-day business
- Operate the business for at least 1 year before receiving nomination
This stream follows an Expression of Interest (EOI) process, and only top-scoring candidates are invited to apply.
🎓 NSNP International Graduate Entrepreneur Stream
This stream is tailor-made for recent international graduates of Nova Scotia universities and colleges who have started or acquired a business and run it successfully for at least one year.
Eligibility Highlights:
- Have completed at least 2 years of full-time study in Nova Scotia
- Hold a valid post-graduation work permit
- Have owned and operated a business in Nova Scotia for at least 1 year
- Intend to permanently settle in the province
The best part? There is no minimum net worth or investment amount—your commitment and business success are what matter most.
Why Nova Scotia?
✔️ Supportive business environment
✔️ Diverse industries and growing economy
✔️ Access to startup resources and funding
✔️ Safe, friendly, and affordable communities
✔️ Ideal work-life balance
From oceanfront cities like Halifax to charming rural communities, Nova Scotia offers the perfect backdrop to grow your business and your future.
💼 Ready to Launch Your Business in Nova Scotia?
Let us help you assess your eligibility and guide you through the application process for the NSNP Entrepreneur or International Graduate Entrepreneur Stream.
📩 Contact us today to start your journey toward business success and permanent residence in Nova Scotia!