Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP)

Alberta Rural Entrepreneurs Stream

The Alberta Rural Entrepreneur Stream is designed for experienced entrepreneurs or Senior Managers who wish to establish a new OR buy an existing business in a rural Alberta community where total population is less than 100,000. It supports regional economic growth and diversification outside major urban centers i.e. outside of Calgary and Edmonton Census Metropolitan Areas. This stream targets entrepreneurs with the intention and ability to actively manage a business in Alberta’s rural areas.

 

Eligibility Requirements (Minimum):

  • Exploratory Visit:  Exploratory visit to Alberta to meet community representative, interview and assess business opportunities;
  • Education: Minimum of high school equivalent to the Canadian standard (ECA);
  • Language Proficiency: IELTS score 4.5 in listening and 4.0 in rest of the bands (CLB 04);
  • Work Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience as an active business owner and minimum 4 years of experience as a senior manager within the past 10 years;
  • Net worth: CAD $300,000. All assets must be candidate’s own personal holdings or spouse’s;
  • Investment: Minimum CAD $100,000 from candidate’s own or spouse’s equity;
  • Business establishment: At least 51% ownership for a new business. Business Partners must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents. 100% ownership for business succession;
  • Job creation: Must create at least one full-time job for Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents (not including relatives);
  • Interview: Required for Approval;
  • Community Support Letter: Must have a Community Support Letter from a participating Rural Alberta community;
  • Residency: Must reside in Alberta, manage day-to-day business operation at least 12 months.

 

Eligibility Requirements (Preferred, will increase your chances):

  • Economic Benefit: Business succession;
  • Age: 21-49;
  • Spouse’s score: Your spouse has one of the following:

1. Completed at least one year of full time post-secondary education;

2. Score 4.0 in each band of IELTS (CLB 03) in the last 2 years.

  • Adaptability: Relatives (father, step-father, mother, step-mother, child, step-child, sister, step-sister, brother, step-brother) in Alberta of candidate or spouse.


Application Process:

Step 1: Assessment of ILCB;

Step 2: Exploratory visit (in person or video conference) to Alberta and community meeting/interview;

Step 3: Business Proposal Summary & Community Support Letter;

Step 4: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI);

Step 5: Submit business application Package:

  1. Business Plan,
  2. Business Plan Evaluation Report,
  3. Qualified Service Provider Report;

Step 6: Interview (in person or web-based video conference);

Step 7: Business Performance Agreement, Business Application Approval Letter along with 205(a) Letter of Support;

Step 8: Submit Work Permit to IRCC (2 years work permit); Register IRCC’s Employee Portal as an employer (Employer Compliance Fee);

Step 9: After approval, move to Alberta to establish or take over the Business;

Step 10: Business progress report to AAIP in every six (6) months;

Step 11: Final report for Nomination (must actively own and operate the business in Alberta for at least 1 year (12 months);

Step 12: Receive Nomination by AAIP;

Step 13: Apply for PR application to IRCC.


Why Choose ILCB for Alberta Rural Entrepreneur Stream Applications?

At ILCB Immigration & Legal Consulting, we provide expert guidance to help entrepreneurs successfully meet the community support, business establishment, and nomination requirements of this stream.


1. Expert Guidance

Our experienced team provides personalized advice to help you select the right PNP stream depending on your skills, goals, and family needs.

2. End-to-End Support

From eligibility to post-landing services, we are the whole service that covers any dimension of your immigration experience.

3. Document Preparation

Excellent documents, accurate submission, and on-time submission of documents are the hallmarks of our management, which minimize the chances of delay or rejection in the process.

4. Proven Success Rate

Having an extensive number of years and thorough knowledge of immigration laws in Canada, we have been able to serve countless applicants in realizing their dreams in Canada.

5. Transparent Process

ILCB believes in providence by keeping you informed at every step such that there are no more hassles.


Start Your Business & PR Journey in Rural Alberta

The Alberta Rural Entrepreneur Stream allows qualified entrepreneurs to:

  • Start or buy a business in a rural Alberta community
  • Actively manage the business while living in Alberta
  • Create jobs for Canadians or permanent residents
  • Obtain Permanent Residency in Canada after meeting program conditions

With lower competition, strong community support, and growing economic opportunities, rural Alberta is an excellent destination for serious business immigrants and their families.


Let ILCB guide your application with professionalism, accuracy, and commitment.