The BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Entrepreneur Immigration Program allows foreign nationals to obtain a provincial nomination for permanent residency by purchasing and operating an eligible BC business. BizBuy.ca specializes in finding, structuring, and closing acquisitions that meet program requirements.
BizBuy.ca provides business acquisition consulting only — not immigration advice. Work with a licensed RCIC or immigration lawyer for program eligibility and application guidance. Program requirements change; verify current requirements at welcomebc.ca.
For acquisitions in Metro Vancouver and major BC urban centres. Higher investment thresholds ($200K+ personal investment), job creation required, highest competition for invitations.
For acquisitions in designated BC communities outside Metro Vancouver. Lower investment thresholds ($100K+), job creation often waivable, higher success rates. Cities like Kelowna, Kamloops, Victoria, Nanaimo qualify.
Net Worth (Base Category)
Min. $300,000 CAD
Net Worth (Regional Category)
Min. $200,000 CAD
Business Investment (Base)
Min. $100,000 – $200,000 CAD
Business Investment (Regional)
Min. $100,000 CAD
Job Creation
At least 1 full-time job for Canadian citizen/PR (Base); may be waived for Regional
Management Experience
3+ years as senior manager or business owner
Active Management
Owner must be day-to-day active operator
Language
Not required for Base; CLB 4 for Regional
Your immigration consultant confirms your net worth, management experience, and pathway before we invest time in the business search.
We search for businesses that meet the investment threshold, are in an eligible industry, and can credibly generate income for an active owner-operator.
We structure the deal to clearly document the personal investment, equity ownership, and your active management role — all required for the program.
We help compile the post-close evidence package (purchase agreement, incorporation, bank account, employment registration) for your immigration application.
After nomination, there's typically a 2-year performance agreement. We advise on operational milestones during this period.
Successful performance agreement completion leads to a PR application. Your RCIC leads this; we provide business performance documentation.
Not all industries are eligible. The program generally excludes passive investments, home-based businesses, and certain regulated industries. These work well:
Book a free consultation. We'll review your pathway, budget, and timeline and identify BC businesses that fit the program's requirements.
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