Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP)

Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) – Northwest Territories Business Stream

The Northwest Territories Business Stream is designed to attract experienced entrepreneurs with the financial capacity and business management experience to establish, purchase, or invest in a business that will provide economic benefit, job creation, and long-term growth within the Northwest Territories. The NTNP Business Stream aims to bring Foreign Nationals to the territory who can meaningfully contribute to economic development, fill investment needs, and establish themselves permanently in the Northwest Territories.

 

Eligibility Requirements (Minimum):

  • Exploratory Visit: Mandatory 4 full business-day visit, interview and assess business opportunities;
  • Education: Minimum of high school equivalent to the Canadian standard (ECA);
  • Language Proficiency: IELTS score minimum CLB 04;
  • Experience: Must have Business ownership OR Senior manager experience relevant to the proposed business within the past 10 years;
  • Net worth: Minimum CAD $500,000 inside or CAD $250,000 outside Yellowknife;
  • Investment: Minimum CAD $200,000 inside or CAD $100,000 outside Yellowknife;
  • Business establishment: At least 33.3% ownership for starting/buying business;
  • Job creation: Must create at least one full-time job for Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents (not including relatives);
  • Interview: Required face-to-face interviews with NTNP staff;
  • Residency: Live and operate business at least 12 months.
  • Business Plan/Concept
  • Settlement Plan


Application Process:

Step 1: Assessment of ILCB;

Step 2: Exploratory visit (minimum 4 business days) and interview with NTNP officers;

Step 3: Registration to NTNP and submit pre-interview submission (Business Concept and Exploratory Visit Report);

Step 4: Receive invitation to submit Formal Application;

Step 5: Submit Formal Application package including:

  • Business Plan
  • Third-Party Financial Verification Report
  • Settlement Plan

Step 6: Sign Business Performance Agreement (BPA); receive NTNP approval and Letter of Support for work permit;

Step 7: Submit Work Permit to IRCC (2 years work permit);

Step 8: 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 (After minimum 12 months of business operation and investment completion);

Step 12: Receive Nomination by AAIP;

Step 13: Apply for PR application to IRCC.


Why Choose ILCB for NTNP Business Stream Applications?

At ILCB Immigration & Legal Consulting, we ensure your NTNP application is handled accurately and strategically from start to finish. Here’s why entrepreneurs trust ILCB for the Northwest Territories Business 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 the Northwest Territories

The NTNP Business Stream offers experienced entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to establish or purchase a business, actively manage operations, and qualify for Permanent Residency in Canada after meeting program conditions.


Contact ILCB, your trusted partner for Canadian immigration today!