Congratulations! You’ve been nominated through the Alberta Rural Entrepreneur Stream—now what? While receiving a nomination is a major milestone, it’s important to understand what comes next as you prepare to start your business and settle in Alberta’s rural communities.
Apply for Permanent Residency
Your next step is applying for permanent residency through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Your nomination will give you a major boost in the federal immigration process, increasing your chances of securing permanent resident status.
Apply for a Work Permit
While your permanent residency application is being processed, you can apply for a temporary work permit. This will allow you to start operating your business in Alberta as soon as possible, so you don’t have to wait for your residency status to be finalized before you begin.
Fulfilling Your Business Performance Agreement
After you’ve arrived in Alberta and started your business, it’s important to keep in mind the commitments you made in your Business Performance Agreement. This includes your promised investment, job creation, and the timeline you set for achieving these goals.
Regular Reporting
You will need to submit regular progress reports to the Alberta government to show that you are meeting the terms of your agreement. This allows the government to monitor your business’s growth and ensure that you’re on track to success.
Starting a business in Alberta’s rural communities is an exciting and rewarding experience. Not only do you get the chance to build a future for yourself and your family, but you also become an integral part of a local community, driving economic growth and opportunity.