This program is currently being run for a limited time in British Columbia and is aimed at helping smaller communities in the Province. Prospective applicants have a list of communities which are participating in this program, as well as the industry that they are looking to promote. Unlike the base program, prospective applicants will have to make a trip to the community they are applying to in order to meet with the representatives and review their business ideas. Clients are expected to have their business concept ready and complete for the community to view and discuss.

Requirements

experience

In the past 5 years, have at least 3 years experience as  owner, or 4 years experience as senior manager, or 1 year experience as owner  and 2 years experience as senior manager

Investment

Minimum $100,000 CDN

Net worth

$300,000 CDN

Other Requirements

Education

Post Secondary Credential, OR, experience as an owner for  3 of the past 5 years as 100% owner of business

Interview Required

Yes

Partner with BC PNP co-registrant allowed

No

Net worth Verification

Must obtain a net worth verification report if invited to apply

Location

Only Participating Communities

Registration Scores

Total 200 points (140 for self-declared, 60 for business  concept). No minimum for business concept

Job Creation

Must create at least 1 full time job for a Canadian  Citizen or Permanent Resident

Exploratory Trip Required?

Yes

Registration Timeframe

Scored within 4 weeks

Business Proposal

Must submit proposal for New business and get letter of  referral from community

Language Requirement

Minimum CLB 4 in English or French. Must submit at time of  registration.

Fees

Based on client assessment

Minimum amount of time to submit final report

12 months

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