Last verified: June 2026
Alberta's provincial nominee pathway for entrepreneurs who start or buy a business in a smaller rural Alberta community. It requires a minimum personal net worth of $300,000 and a business investment of at least $100,000, recently reduced from $200,000 to stay competitive with other provinces. Candidates submit an Expression of Interest, and successful applicants are nominated toward permanent residence after meeting the commitments in their business agreement.
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Check my eligibilityTypically $1 million to $10 million per project, depending on scope
INCENTIVEUp to $75 per square foot of converted office space
INCENTIVELoans up to approximately $1,000,000 (average around $70,000)