NB Business Immigration Stream Guide

Your Guide to the New Brunswick Business Immigration
Stream
New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program

Effective: July 2024
This guide is provided free of charge by

the Government of New Brunswick and is not to be sold.
Contact Information
Email [email protected]
Website www.gnb.ca/immigration
In the event of a discrepancy between the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) website and
the NBPNP program guides, the information in the application program guides will be considered correct.
Please check our website regularly to ensure you are using the most up-to-date version of the guides.
Do I need a representative to help me apply?

No. The Government of Canada and Government of New Brunswick treats everyone equally, whether they
use a representative or not.
All the forms and information that you need to apply to immigrate to Canada are available for free. If you follow
the instructions in the application guide, you can complete the application form and submit it on your own.
If you decide to use an immigration representative, be careful whom you ask for advice.
If you’re hiring a paid representative, find out if they’re authorized.

• This means they have a license to practice and give advice
• If you choose a paid representative who’s not authorized, we may return your application or refuse it
• If you give a representative money or compensate them in any other way in exchange for their
services, they’re considered paid and must be authorized
Tips to protect yourself from fraud

• Be careful of anything that sounds too good to be true
o Using a representative will not draw special attention to your application or guarantee that we’ll
approve it
• Beware of representatives who encourage you to give false information in your application
o It’s against the law, and you could be denied entry into Canada or deported after you arrive
• Don’t leave original documents or photos with your representative
• Don’t sign blank application forms
• Don’t sign forms or documents unless you can read them
o If you don’t understand them, ask someone to translate
• Make sure to get copies of any documents your representative makes for you
• Any time you pay your representative, get a signed receipt
• Make sure your representative updates you on your application often
• Protect your money and remember:
o we’ll never call you and ask you to deposit money into a personal bank account;
o we’ll never ask you to transfer money through a private money transfer company;
o processing fees are in Canadian dollars and they’re the same around the world.
Table of Contents
Part 1: Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 1
Part 2: Eligibility Requirements .......................................................................................................................... 4
Part 3: Selection Factors ................................................................................................................................. 10
Part 4: Application Process .............................................................................................................................. 14
Part 5: Document Checklist ............................................................................................................................. 18
Part 6: Processing Fees .................................................................................................................................. 19
Part 7: Non-Compliance .................................................................................................................................. 19
Part 8: Using a Representative ........................................................................................................................ 20
Part 9: When Not to Apply ............................................................................................................................... 22
Part 1: Introduction
The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) is an immigration program that allows the
Government of New Brunswick (GNB) to nominate individuals with the greatest ability to become economically
established in New Brunswick. This economic immigration program and is not intended for family reunification,
protected persons or for humanitarian and compassionate reasons.
The NB Business Immigration Stream is an economic immigration pathway for experienced entrepreneurs who
are ready to establish, operate and actively manage a business while living and settling in New Brunswick
permanently.
This guide provides complete and comprehensive information about program requirements and eligibility. Please
carefully read it before you apply.
NBPNP applications require four stages of approval before permanent residence (PR) may be obtained.
Stage 1: Application to the NB Business Immigration Stream for a Work Permit Letter of Support
If you meet all eligibility criteria and selection factors, you can apply to the NB Business Immigration stream by
registering online and submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI).
GNB reviews EOIs and issues Invitations to Apply (ITA). If an ITA is sent to you, then you can submit a full
application online.
The processing time varies depending on the time required for the verification of documents included in your
application and on the volume of applications received. In some cases, you may be asked to attend an interview.
Successful applications result in GNB issuing a letter of support for a work permit (R205).
Stage 2: Obtaining your Work Permit from the Federal Government

With the letter of support, you may now apply to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for a
work permit which, if approved, will be valid for 2 years. This time is intended to allow you the opportunity to start
your new business in New Brunswick.
Stage 3: Establishing Your Business

After receiving your valid work permit, you may now start working on establishing your business in New
Brunswick based on the approved business plan, location and investment amount.
Your business must be operational for a minimum of 6 months, and the terms of the Business Performance
Agreement (BPA) must be fulfilled, prior to submitting a request to receive a provincial nomination certificate
from GNB.
Stage 4: Application to IRCC for Permanent Residence

If you receive a provincial nomination, you may then apply to IRCC for permanent residence. You, your spouse,
and dependents must meet statutory requirements for medical, security and criminal admissibility. IRCC has the
final authority to issue you a permanent resident status. There is no guarantee that IRCC will approve your PR
application even if you are nominated by GNB.
To submit your permanent residence application to IRCC, visit the Permanent Residence Portal.
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Important Information
Provincial immigration pathways are dependent upon federal immigration allocations, application volumes and
labour market needs.
For this reason:

• GNB will determine the availability of immigration streams and categories depending on the volume of
applications;
• GNB reserves the right to close or pause application intake without prior notice for any stream, at any time;
• GNB is not obligated to process any EOI or application submitted to one of its streams or categories;
• GNB may decline to consider applications, irrespective of when an application was submitted;
• GNB will assess applications according to the most current criteria, regardless of the date of submission of
an application;
• GNB will process applications at its discretion and in a manner that best supports the goals of the NBPNP.
This can be based on application volumes, quality of individual applications, labour market information,
economic forecasting and/or any other factors as determined by GNB;
• GNB will grant priority processing to applicants who have the greatest ability to become established
economically in New Brunswick – as determined by GNB – and will not process applications on a first
come, first served basis;
• The decision to process (or assess) any application and the outcome is at the sole discretion of GNB; and
• The decision to issue a nomination certificate is at the sole discretion of GNB.
By submitting an application to IRCC, NB Business immigration stream applicants agree and acknowledge that:
• Receipt of a nomination certificate from GNB does not guarantee that a PR visa will be issued by IRCC;
• IRCC has the sole authority to decide if persons will receive a PR visa. GNB is not responsible for any
processes or decisions of IRCC; and
• IRCC will assess the application based on Canadian immigration law and make the final decision for
granting a PR visa.
PR Readiness
When applying to any of New Brunswick’s immigration streams, you must be PR Ready. This means that you:
• meet all minimum eligibility requirements and selection factors; and,
• have all the required documents on hand to prepare and submit a complete and correct application to the
Government of New Brunswick and to the Government of Canada.
Being PR Ready means more efficient processing, fewer delays and a better experience navigating the New
Brunswick and Canadian immigration programs. In most cases, this means your application will be processed
faster. For details, refer to the First Step webpage available at www.gnb.ca/immigration.
Misrepresentation
If it is found that you, or any person (included in or associated with your application) has directly or indirectly
misrepresented or intentionally withheld, or failed to submit, material fact(s) or information that induced or could
have induced errors in the administration of the program whereas you could have been issued a nomination
certificate without having provided truthful and complete information to enable GNB to properly assess the
application, your application will be refused due to misrepresentation, regardless of your ability to meet any, or
all of the eligibility requirements.
Applicants who are refused for misrepresentation are prohibited from applying to New Brunswick for
five years from the date of decision.
Furthermore, the Government of New Brunswick is obligated to cooperate with the Government of Canada to
ensure the integrity of the program. This includes sharing information including personal information and
intelligence related to program abuses, as per the details set out in the Canada-New Brunswick Memorandum
of Understanding on Information Sharing. As such New Brunswick will report to Canada without delay any
instances of suspected or confirmed fraud involving, but not limited to, applicants, employers, third-party
immigration representatives and educational institutions, subject to Section 10 of the agreement, and in

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accordance with the policies and procedures outlined in the Canada-New Brunswick Memorandum of
Understanding on Information Sharing.
Legal status
If you are residing in Canada during the application process, you must maintain legal immigration status. Legal
status means that you are authorized to enter and remain in Canada as a temporary resident for a specific
period, either as a visitor, worker or student.
Maintained status
You may register and/or apply to the NBPNP if you are a temporary resident with maintained status in Canada.
You obtain maintained status if you are a temporary resident who applied to IRCC to renew/extend your period
of authorized stay (i.e. renewal of study or work permit) before its expiry date. You can remain in Canada and
continue to work under the same conditions as your existing permit until a decision is made on your pending
IRCC application.

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Part 2: Eligibility Requirements
There are requirements for each stage of the New Brunswick Business Immigration stream process including
online registration, EOI, application, work permit letter of support and nomination. You must meet the minimum
eligibility requirements for age, language, education, personal net worth, business ownership and/or senior
management experience, business concept. You must score a minimum of 65 points in the selection factors to
be considered for nomination. All eligibility requirements must be met at the time of the EOI, application and
nomination. Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee that you will be nominated.
GNB reserves the right to consider only certain types of new businesses or the purchase of existing businesses
for economic development. Decisions are based on the economic situation of the New Brunswick labour market,
current inventory, yearly nomination allocations distributed by IRCC, and any other factors determined by GNB.
1. Business requirements
Your business must be:
a) of economic benefit to the province;
b) established as a sole proprietorship, partnership or corporation; (in the case of a partnership, the
other partner(s) must be a permanent resident or Canadian citizen);
c) the continued operation of an existing business or the establishment of a new business;
d) a private-sector, for-profit entity with the primary purpose of earning profits through the sale of goods
and/or services; and,
e) considered a “permanent establishment” as defined under subsection 400(2) of the Canadian Income
Tax Regulations, 1985.
2. Investment
When investing in a business, you must:
a) make an eligible investment of not less than CAD $150,000 before tax (Purchases for personal use
including, but not limited to, your principal residence and motor vehicles are not considered part of
your minimum eligible investment);
b) control at least 33.3% equity in the business.
Eligible equity investments must be derived from your personal net worth and may include, but are not limited
to:
a) Business premises, including:
i. building and/or land to a maximum of 25% of your total eligible investment or actual cost,
whichever is lower; and
ii. property improvements or leasehold improvements that increase the value of the business
premises to a maximum of 25% of your total eligible investment or actual cost, whichever is lower.
b) Office equipment used by employees to enable them to perform their day-to-day duties may include,
for example, bookcases; chairs; communication devices; computers and laptops; desks; file cabinets;
fire extinguishers; first aid kit; hardware including printers, scanners and shredders; light fixtures;
office furniture; photocopier recycling bin; safe; stationery; and tools and devices.
c) Equipment necessary for use in primary production and manufacturing of goods including, but not
limited to (100% of total investment):
i. machinery; and
ii. tools; and
iii. shipping, installation and testing of equipment.
d) Initial inventory to a maximum of 50% of your total eligible investment or actual cost, whichever is
lower. Initial inventory is considered to be inventory purchased up to the opening day of your
business.
Raw materials, components and supplies
e) First 6 months of operation cost such as rent, utilities, and salary to employees.
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f) Professional services from North American companies including marketing, promotions and services
in connection with establishing the business to a maximum of 4% of your total eligible investment or
CAD $10,000, whichever is lower.
g) Vehicle to a maximum of 5% of your total eligible investment up to a maximum of CAD $15,000,

whichever is lower. The amount must be amortized to reflect actual business use and a log similar to
that used for income tax purposes is required.
FYI: The following Government of Canada website explains the use of a vehicle for business and tax
purposes which may be useful for your business: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-
agency/services/tax/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed-income/business-income-tax-
reporting/business-expenses/motor-vehicle-expenses.html
3. Purchasing an established New Brunswick business

If buying an existing business, you must demonstrate to GNB that the business:
a) has been in continuous operation by the same owner for the three years prior to the purchase date;
and that the owner is a permanent resident or citizen of Canada;
b) will be purchased at a proven fair market value;
c) has achieved a proven net profit for at least two of the previous three years as demonstrated by
audited financial statements and corporate tax assessments issued by Canada Revenue Agency;
d) will provide for the continued employment to existing staff on similar terms and conditions. (Note: if
the business already has one or more full-time employees who are permanent residents or citizens
of Canada, it meets the requirement “Part 2: 5.” on the next page);
e) is not in receivership and/or has not filed for bankruptcy for the three years prior to purchase date;
and
f) Goodwill may not exceed 10% of the net book value when purchasing a profitable business.
4. Creating jobs in New Brunswick

The business must create at least one full-time job for a permanent resident or citizen of Canada living in
New Brunswick. The one full-time job cannot include you, your spouse or common-law partner, your
dependent children and/or other family members. Full-time means that an employer is expected to provide
a minimum of 30 hours per week of work to their employee(s).
5. Operating the business in New Brunswick

With respect to operating the business, you must:
a) ensure the business pays income tax on taxable income earned in the province, regardless of income
or other taxes that may also be payable in other jurisdictions because of income earned or other
business activity;
b) comply with all legislation in the province including, but not limited to, the Employment Standards Act,
Human Rights act and Occupational Health and Safety Act;
c) comply with all Canadian laws in establishing, purchasing and maintaining the business; and
d) obtain necessary licenses/permits from all applicable municipal, provincial and/or federal authorities.
6. Active management role in business

Providing active management to the business is a requirement of the NB Business Immigration Stream as
set out in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR), section 87(6) (c). You must:
a) assume risk and influence the direction of the business;
b) provide ongoing and active management to the business from within New Brunswick; and
c) be present at the business premises on a day-to-day basis.
7. Net worth verification report

If you receive an ITA, you must engage a professional accounting service provider, designated by GNB, to
complete a Net Worth Verification Report on your behalf. The service provider will review your personal net
worth claims and your accumulation of funds through an analysis of financial documents you submit to them.
The service provider will produce a report that outlines:
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a) your total verifiable personal net worth;
b) details regarding the legal accumulation of your funds; and
c) whether there are any concerns that require further investigation
The service provider will send a copy of the report directly to GNB and to you. The report will be used in the
assessment of your application. Notwithstanding the conclusions of the report, GNB has the sole discretion
and responsibility to assess your application and may request additional information, supporting
documentation and clarification regarding your personal net worth during the application process.
The amount of time it takes to evaluate your documents and prepare a verification report will vary. Factors
such as the volume of financial documents you provide, and the processing capacity of the service provider
can affect the timing. Service providers are required to complete a net worth verification report within 90 days
after you have received your ITA.
There are currently designated three Personal Net Worth Verifiers from which to choose:
Grant Thornton LLP MDD Forensic Accountants MNP LLP
Nick Ross Jarrett Reaume Roy Tong, Senior Manager,
570 Queen St, 4th Floor 1959 Upper Water Street, Provincial Nominee Program
PO Box 1054 Suite 1301 Services
Fredericton, NB E3B 5C2 Halifax, NS B3J 3N2 Suite 2200, MNP Tower,
Tel: 506-858-2525 Tel: 902-406-8886 1021 West Hastings St.
Fax: 506-453-7029 Fax: 902-422-2388 Vancouver, BC V6E 0C3
Email: Email: [email protected] Tel: 1-778-374-2102
[email protected] Website: https://mdd.com/ Fax: 604.685.8594
Website: Email: [email protected]
www.grantthornton.ca Website: http://www.mnp.ca
GNB recommends you do not engage a service provider until you receive an ITA. The report is valid for 12
months from the date of issuance by the service provider.
If you did not choose one of the designated Personal Net Worth Verifiers listed above, your
application will be refused.
If you choose a designated Personal Net Worth Verifier listed above to aid with your Business Plan,
your application will be refused.
Failure to provide all documents in the Section 5 of the Checklist and failure to provide satisfactory
evidence to verify your personal net worth and legal accumulation of funds will result in the refusal
of your application.
8. Presence in New Brunswick

During the establishment of your business, you must:
a) reside in New Brunswick 75% of the time of your Business Establishment Period (BEP), and
b) reside within 100 kms of your place of business.
c) Farming applicants must reside at or in close proximity of 10 kms from the farm operation.
9. Eligible Seasonal Businesses

Agriculture: Please see #10 for details
Tourism: Some tourism businesses may be eligible:

a) Minimum operating time 9 out of 12 months;
b) Minimum operating time 6 out of 12 months if eligible equity investment exceeds $1 million CAD;
10. Agriculture

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Agriculture is a traditional but very important sector in the province of New Brunswick that employs 13,000
workers and exports roughly one billion worth of goods annually.
Opportunities in this sector exists through succession of farms for sale and within increasing land capacity
usage in emerging sectors such as apples, blue berries, potatoes and other notable crops.
In order for agricultural businesses to be eligible, the following conditions apply:

• Minimum operating time is 9 out of 12 months in a calendar year;
• You must reside at the farm operations or be within close proximity to a maximum of 10 km’s;
• Personal net worth is at least $300,000 CAD. Please refer to Part 3: Selection Factors;
• Minimum investment is $150,000 CAD. Please refer to Part 2: Eligibility Requirements, # 2.
Investment;
• Minimum of 2 years of farm ownership or minimum 2 years of farm management experience. Please
refer to Part 3: Selection Factors # 5. Business Ownership/ Work Experience
Ineligible farm concepts

• Hobby Farm for personal consumption or use that does not generate a primary source of income;
• Equine
• Exotic plants
• Petting zoos
Expression of Interest
Applicants must complete an exploratory visit to the province of New Brunswick in order to submit an
expression of interest. A minimum of five full business days are to be had, excluding weekends, travel days
and statutory holidays.
For your exploratory visit, you are encouraged to meet with but not limited to farm owners, industry officials,
real estate agents and other areas of importance. For additional information on the exploratory visit, please
refer to Part 4: Application Process.
Once you have decided on your proposed farm concept, you must meet with a business development officer
with the Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries for a review. If agreed upon, the officer will
provide a letter of support that indicates the plan is viable and provides confirmation of the meeting held.
Along with your trip report, the letter of support must be uploaded to INB when you submit an expression of
interest.
For information on Agriculture in New Brunswick, please visit the Agriculture-New Brunswick (gnb.ca)
website or send an email to the following address: [email protected].
Please note that that this criterion is specific to agriculture and requirements presented through this
program must also be met.
11. Ineligible businesses

The list below is not intended to be exhaustive. GNB reserves the right to modify the list of excluded business
activities and/or characteristics at any time. The following business activities are ineligible for the NB
Business Immigration Stream:
a) adult services including but not limited to the production, distribution and/or sale of pornographic or
sexually explicit products and/or services, and/or the provision of sexually oriented services;
b) bed and breakfast accommodations;
c) coin operated businesses;
d) consultancy (business or agency that offers expert professional advice in a field);
e) online language and educational training centers;
f) e-commerce or online businesses;
g) facilities that provide temporary residents and/or newcomer’s settlement services;
h) cooperative (business or organization owned and operated by its member);
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i) domain names;
j) hobby farm for personal consumption or use that does not generate a primary source of income;
k) brokerage businesses (a business that derives its prime source of income from acting as an intermediary
for buyers and sellers);
l) financial services including, but not limited to cooperatives and/or credit unions, short-term borrowing
including, but not limited to, payday loan, cheque cashing, money changing and cash machines, secured
loans where items of personal property are used as collateral (i.e. pawnbrokers);
m) home-based and/or businesses operating from a residential property;
n) landlord property and rental management;
o) inn or boutique hotel that has less than five rental units with revenues less than CAD $100,000;
p) not-for-profit businesses and organizations;
q) property investment (purchase/construction/development of real estate for the intention of earning a
return on the investment, either through rental income, the future resale of the property or both); However,
construction and/or development may be eligible if multiple signed and verifiable contracts are provided.
This does not include the purchase of existing properties and/or businesses;
r) professional practices and services where the applicant fails to provide proof of licensing and/or
accreditation in New Brunswick;
s) is an immigration-linked passive investment scheme pursuant to Immigration and Refugee Protection
Regulations section 87(5)b and as defined by IRPR 87(9);
t) is conducted remotely from a jurisdiction outside New Brunswick;
u) offers products and/or services that are primarily used during a certain time of the year; Note: businesses
must be operational for 12 months continuously throughout each year (exceptions for Tourism and
Agriculture listed in previous section).
v) promotes and/or sells controlled substances and illegal drugs, prescription drugs and items used to
manufacture controlled substances and/or drug paraphernalia;
w) promotes and/or sells illegal items and items that encourage, promote, facilitate or instruct others to
engage in illegal activities including, but not limited to counterfeit products, copies of movies, software
and trademarks, etc.;
x) any business, that by association could bring GNB into disrepute;
y) adult residential facilities / long term care facilities.
12. Exploratory visits

If you are planning to live in New Brunswick and to operate a business here, GNB encourages you to visit
the province to assess the viability of your business. The exploratory visit must be a minimum of five full
business days, although longer trips are recommended. Travel days, and statutory holidays and weekends
are not to be included as part of the minimum five full business day requirement. GNB will not incur any costs
related to an exploratory visit. The purpose of the exploratory visit is for you to conduct extensive research
related to business opportunities that are of economic benefit to New Brunswick.
The exploratory visit equals 5/25 points acquired on your business plan.
Suggestions for business meetings include, but are not limited to:
a) New Brunswick business owners;
b) regional economic development officers;
c) chamber of commerce officials;
d) industry association officials;
e) commercial bankers;
f) commercial and/or residential real estate agents;
g) business brokers;
h) accountants that provide advice on business organizations, evaluations, book keeping and taxation;
i) legal counsel that aids with legal transfers, purchase agreements, etc.;
j) settlement agencies and
k) New Brunswick-based ethnic and cultural associations.
If you participate in an exploratory visit, you must submit an Exploratory Visit Report with your EOI. The
report must include the following details:

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a) length of stay in New Brunswick, including time spent in other Canadian jurisdictions Provide copies
of all airline tickets, boarding passes and hotel receipts during your stay in Canada. Be sure to remove
any credit card information prior to submission; and
b) a record of meetings held in province with business service providers and settlement organizations.
Include the name, contact information and business card for individuals participating in the meetings,
date and location, how the meeting relates to your business establishment and/or settlement in New
Brunswick; and
c) a record of visits to existing business locations. Include the name, contact information and business
card for individuals participating in the meetings, date and location, how the meeting relates to your
business establishment and/or settlement in New Brunswick.
Prospective Immigrants may require a temporary resident visa (TRV) to enter Canada. If you do not require
a visa to enter Canada, you may require an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA).
You must ensure that you have the travel documents required for travel to New Brunswick. GNB will not
provide letters of support for TRVs and eTAs, or otherwise intervene on your behalf in the event you are
denied admission to Canada as a temporary resident (either as a visitor, student or worker).
Note: to be considered, an exploratory visit must have taken place within the 12 months prior to your
application submission to the NB Business immigration stream.
13. You intend to reside in New Brunswick.

It is your responsibility to prove a genuine intention to reside in New Brunswick as described in Section 87(2)
(b) of the Immigration Refugee Protection Act, S C 2001, c 27, Regulations which state that “a foreign national
is a member of the nominee class if they intend to reside in the province that nominated them”.
14. Site Visit

Prior to receiving a nomination certificate, GNB will conduct a site visit with you at the business premises to
verify compliance with the terms and conditions set out in the signed and dated Business Performance
Agreement (BPA). A site visit will be scheduled:
a) after GNB receives the Report of Business Opening form (NBBIS-005);
b) after GNB receives the Request for Nomination form (NBBIS-006) after the business has been
operational for a minimum of 6 months;
c) after GNB reviews the submitted financial information to confirm the eligible investment obligations
are met.
During or prior to an official site visit, you must provide GNB officials with information and/or documents that
are reasonably required to verify your compliance with the terms and conditions set out in the signed and
dated business performance agreement, including but not limited to: proof of business registration and
incorporation; business permits and licenses; bank statements; invoices showing proof of eligible investment;
financial statements prepared by a certified or chartered accountant; business income tax assessments; and
payroll documents. Unannounced site visits may occur during the establishment of your business.

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Part 3: Selection Factors
The NB Business Immigration Stream is open to entrepreneurs or senior managers, living in Canada or abroad,
who are ready to establish, operate and actively manage a business while living and settling in New Brunswick
permanently. To apply to the stream, you must make sure that you meet all eligibility requirements. If all eligibility
requirements have been met, you will be assessed according to the following selection: age, language,
education, personal net worth, business ownership and/or senior management experience, business concept
and adaptability. A minimum of 65 of 100 points is required to be successful.
1. Age
You must be between 19-59 years of age. Your age is assessed as of the day that a complete application is
submitted to GNB in response to an Invitation to Apply (ITA).
Calculate your score:
Age Points Max points
19 – 49 10
10
50 – 59 5
2. Official languages
To meet the language requirement, you must submit valid test results from a designated testing organization
to show you have obtained a minimum score equal to or greater than a Canadian Language Benchmark
(CLB) 4 for English or Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 4 for French in all four
language abilities: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

First official language Listening Reading Writing Speaking Max points
CLB 7+ 5 5 5 5
CLB 5-6 4 4 4 4 20
CLB 4 3 3 3 3
Second official language
CLB 4+ in all four language abilities 5
Valid language test results must be from one of the following designated language-testing organizations:
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General Training;

• Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) General;
• Pearson Test of English Core (PTE Core);
• Test d’évaluation de français pour le Canada (TEF Canada); or
• Test de connaissance du français pour le Canada (TCF Canada).
Your test results will be considered valid for the two years from the date of issuance. Test results must be
less than two years old when you submit your application to GNB. The following table shows the minimum
scores required in each of the language proficiency tests to meet CLB/NCLC 4.

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Language proficiency
Reading Writing Listening Speaking
test
IELTS General 3.5 4.0 4.5 4.0
CELPIP General 4 4 4 4
PTE Core 33 41 28 42
TEF Canada 121 181 145 181
TCF Canada 342-374 4-5 331-368 4-5
3. Education
You must, at a minimum, have a Canadian secondary (high school) diploma or a foreign high school diploma
equal to a Canadian credential. If you have a foreign education, you will need an Educational Credential
Assessment (ECA) report from a recognized organization to show that your credential is valid and equal to
a Canadian credential. If you already have an ECA report, it must be less than five years old when IRCC
receives your PR application, should you receive a nomination certificate. You do not need an assessment
for a Canadian degree, diploma or certificate.
To obtain an ECA Report, you must be assessed by an organization or a professional body designated by
IRCC. They will give you a report that tells you what your education is equal to in Canada. Once you choose
a designated organization or a professional body, they will tell you how to submit your documents to get your
assessment. Designated organizations include:
a) Comparative Education Service (CES)

b) International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS)
c) World Education Services (WES)
d) International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)
e) International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES)
f) Medical Council of Canada (professional body for doctors)
g) Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (professional body for pharmacists)
Processing times and costs may vary by organization or professional body. For more information about ECAs
visit: www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=681&top=29

Max
Education – Canadian, or equivalent Points
Points
Post-Graduate Master’s degree or Ph.D.
Awarded by a graduate school of a college or university, after 20
completion of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
Post-Secondary Academic degree

Awarded by a college or university for completion of an undergraduate 16
curriculum that required at least three years of full-time study 20
Post-Secondary diploma
Awarded in a specific trade that required at least two years full time study13
after high school
High School diploma
10
Awarded by a secondary school

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4. Personal Net Worth
Points are not awarded for meeting the requirements for personal net worth.
“Personal net worth” means value of total assets minus the value of total liabilities. It includes all your assets
as well as those of your spouse or common-law partner and must be in either or both of your names. You
must have a verifiable personal net worth of at least CAD $500,000*. Your personal net worth must be legally
obtained and must be verified by a third-party professional designated by GNB. You must disclose your full
net worth. Inheritances, donations and gifts received less than six months before an application is received
by GNB will not be considered eligible towards your net worth.
“Total assets” means cash in current bank accounts; fixed (term) deposits; pensions; publicly traded stocks,
bonds and mutual funds; real property and investments in one or more businesses.
“Total liabilities” means mortgages, personal debts and other encumbrances.
* For farming applicants only, you must have a verifiable personal net worth of at least CAD $300.000. All
other requirements are the same as mentioned above.
5. Business Ownership / Work experience

As a business owner you may be awarded up to a maximum of 15 points considering:
a) you must be the business owner (of at least 51%) for at least two out of the last five years; and
b) be responsible for supervising at least two employees.
Based on your senior management experience, you may be awarded up to a maximum of 9 points, if-
a) you manage the organization, a department, division, or component of the organization; or an essential
function within the organization; and
b) you are the senior manager in a business in two out of the last five years; and
c) you are responsible for supervising at least two employees; and
d) you have the authority to hire and terminate employment, or recommend these and other personnel
actions, such as promotion and leave authorization; and
e) you are personally involved in the day-to-day operations as a primary decision maker; and
f) you must have been actively involved in a for-profit company that is not owned or operated by a
government or voluntary sector.

Max
Business ownership, or Years of experience Points
points
Candidate must be minimum 51% owner of a private 10 in the last 10 15
sector company, involved in the day-to-day operations
as the primary decision maker, and responsible for 6–9 in the last 10 12
supervising at least two full-time employees 2 in the last 5 8
Senior management experience, or Years of experience Points
Candidate must be a senior manager in a for-profit 10 in the last 10 9
company, and involved in the day-to-day operations as 15
a primary decision maker responsible for supervising at 6-9 in the last 10 7
least two full-time employees 2 in the last 5 5
Shareholder - investment Years of experience Points
Candidate who owns shares in other businesses but
does not have an active day-to-day managerial role in any 0
the business

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6. Business Plan
You must submit a business plan with your EOI. You may be awarded up to 25 points for your business
elements. You must demonstrate that the business plan is of economic benefit to New Brunswick and
operates for the primary purpose of earning profits by providing products and/or services.
Use Business Plan template NBBIS-BP to write your Business Plan. The Business Plan is for your business
to be established in New Brunswick.
You must demonstrate that you have conducted extensive research and considered relevant economic,
market and cultural factors. You must also take into account your personal strengths and weaknesses.
Calculate your score.

Maximum
Business Plan – economic benefit to New Brunswick Points
points
Candidate visited NB for a minimum of 5 business days within one year
(12 months) previous to applying and has included the trip report with the 5
EOI
Candidate will transfer minimum 5 years of business ownership
4
experience to the same industry and sector in New Brunswick
Business is located outside of the greater Fredericton, Saint John and
5
Moncton regions (more than 20 kms from city center)
25
Eligible investment is greater than $500,000 CAD, or 3
Eligible investment is between $150,000 CAD and $499,999 CAD 2
Candidate included relevant statutes, regulations, by-laws and
3
accreditation requirements related to their business plan
Candidate included relevant and detailed market research related to
5
business plan
7. Adaptability
You may be awarded up to a maximum of 5 points if your spouse or common-law partner has studied or
worked in New Brunswick and meets the minimum level CLB 4 in English or NCLC 4 in French in all four
language abilities as validated by the results of a language test administered by a designated IRCC testing
agency.
Max
Adaptability – spouse or common-law partner
points
Completed a program of full-time study of at least one year at a recognized post-secondary
institution in New Brunswick after the age of 17 years and with a valid study permit, or
Completed at least six months of continuous full-time employment in New Brunswick, or 5
Meets the minimum level CLB 4 in English or NCLC 4 in French in all four language abilities
(i.e. reading, writing, listening, speaking)

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Part 4: Application Process
The following section outlines the steps required to obtain permanent residence in Canada.
Application to Establishment Permanent

PR Readiness Business Plan Registration EOI ITA Work permit
GNB & Nomination Residence
Step 1 PR Readiness
When applying to any of New Brunswick’s immigration streams, you must be PR Ready. In the New Brunswick
Business Immigration Stream, it means that you meet all minimum eligibility requirements and selection factors
and have all the required documents on hand to prepare and submit a complete and correct application to GNB
and to the Government of Canada.
Step 2 Preparing Your Business Plan

The business plan (“the plan”) is a guide for your business that outlines goals and details how you plan to achieve
them. As the owner/operator of the business, you should be actively engaged in the development of the plan.
While there is no penalty for hiring a third party to help develop the plan, you are expected to have complete
knowledge of it and will be held accountable for its contents. If you are found to be unaware of the details and/or
unable to defend the plan, your application will be refused.
In developing the plan, you must demonstrate that you have conducted extensive research and considered
relevant economic, market and cultural factors. You must also consider your strengths and weaknesses.
In writing the plan, you must use the most updated business plan template NBBIS-BP on NBPNP official website.
Do not modify the template.
You will not receive feedback on the plan and amendments will not be permitted. You must provide sufficient
evidence in your business plan and prove the feasibility of your business plan. Per the program criteria, the plan
must demonstrate an economic benefit to New Brunswick.
GNB reserves the right to have your plan assessed by other provincial departments or economic development
groups to:
a) assess the overall quality of the plan;
b) determine if you conducted enough due diligence in the preparation of the plan;
c) assess the feasibility of operating the plan in New Brunswick;
d) assess the likelihood of becoming economically established by implementing the plan; and
e) take into consideration any other factors as determined by GNB.
Step 3 Online Registration

You first create a candidate profile in the INB online system (https://inb.gnb.ca/). You can check the most up-to-
date information regarding the status of your application at any time by logging in to your account and access
your dashboard.
Updating of personal information

You are responsible for updating your profile and ensuring that all required information is accurate, current and
up-to-date throughout all stages of the immigration process. You must notify GNB of any changes in your life
circumstances throughout the application process, including but not limited to: family composition, marital status,
country of residence, employment, contact information, decrease in salary, change in immigration status, etc.
Failure to notify GNB of any changes may result in the refusal of your application.
Step 4 Expression of Interest (EOI)

You then submit an EOI indicating your interest in applying for permanent residence through the NBPNP. An
EOI is not an application; it is an expression of your interest to apply for immigration through the NB Business
Immigration stream.

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You must upload required documents in INB according to the Section 1 of the Checklist NBBIS-001.
EOIs will remain in the pool for a period of 12 months. If after 12 months, a candidate does not receive an ITA,
they can re-apply to the program. If more than one EOI is submitted within a 12-month period, GNB does not
guarantee subsequent EOIs will be assessed.
Step 5 Invitation to Apply (ITA)

Selected candidates will receive an ITA informing them to submit a full application online. The number of ITAs
issued is dependent on annual processing targets and capacities.
You have up to 90 calendar days from the date of the ITA to submit a complete application via the INB system.
If you fail to submit a complete application by the deadline, your ITA will be automatically removed, and you will
have to start the process again.
An ITA does not guarantee that your application will be approved. If you receive an ITA, and you submit your
application, your application may be refused if you do not meet eligibility requirements and selection factors as
outlined in this guide.
Step 6 Submission of Provincial Application to GNB

You must pay the processing fee then you submit your complete application online on INB. Your age is locked
at this point. You must provide all required documents in sections 2–6 of the Checklist (NBBIS-001).
GNB will conduct a full review of your application and it will be assessed according to eligibility requirements and
selection factors outlined in this guide.
Additional information for submitting your application

GNB may request additional evidence and information as reasonably required to verify and process your
application. Failure to provide such information in a timely manner may result in the refusal of your application.
Failure to provide the information within the timeline indicated by GNB may result in the refusal of your
application.
Interview
GNB may require you to participate in an interview as reasonably required to verify information related to your
application, or any other reason to be disclosed at the time of the request. The interview will be held in your
preferred language of English and/or French. Interpreters are not permitted during the interview. The format,
location and time of the interview will be determined by GNB. Failure to attend your scheduled interview may
result in the refusal of your application.
Age of dependent children

The age(s) of your dependent children, if any, are locked in, for federal immigration requirements, at the time of
application to GNB. The date you create your online profile or receive an ITA is not considered the lock-in-date.
Disclose previous immigration applications

You must disclose any immigration applications you made to another provincial or federal immigration program
and provide copies of all relevant correspondence, regardless of the outcome. Failure to provide such information
will result in your refusal.
Withdrawing your application

You may voluntarily withdraw your application at any time without penalty other than in the case of suspected or
actual misrepresentation. Processing fees will not be refunded.
Step 7 Letter of Support for a Work Permit

GNB will advise you and your representative, if applicable, of the final decision in writing and upload that decision
to your online profile’s dashboard.

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Application approval
The decision to issue a Work Permit Letter of Support will be at the sole discretion of GNB. Prior to receiving a
Work Permit Letter of Support, you will receive a notification in INB with instructions for submitting a signed and
dated Business Performance Agreement (BPA) within 60 days of issuance. Failure to comply with this deadline
may result in the refusal of your application.
After receiving the Work Permit Letter of Support, you must apply to IRCC for your valid work permit. IRCC has
sole discretion whether to issue you a work permit.
Application refusal
If it is found that you do not meet the eligibility requirements, your application will be refused. If your application
is refused by GNB, you will receive a letter of refusal. There is no appeal process for refused applications.
Processing fees will not be refunded.
Step 8 Establishing the Business & Provincial Nomination

After receiving your work permit, you are now permitted to work on establishing your approved business plan.
Within 1 month following your arrival date in Canada, you must report in writing to and submit to GNB the Report
of Arrival form (NBBIS-004)
Within 3 months following your arrival date in Canada, if for some reason the approved business plan is not
feasible or cannot be established, you shall submit a Request to Change Business Plan form (NBBIS-007) along
with a new NBBIS-BP Business Plan.
GNB shall consider the request but is under no obligation to consent to a change of business plan.
Within the first 9 months following your arrival date in Canada, your business must be open, and you must
submit to GNB the Report of Business Opening form (NBBIS-005).
Within 2 years following your arrival date in Canada, you must have operated your business for 1 year according
to the terms and conditions set out in the signed and dated Business Performance Agreement (BPA). This 2
years period is referred to as the Business Establishment Period (BEP). It is the fixed period commencing on
your arrival date in Canada and ending in 24 months.
Failure to establish your business within this period will result in the refusal of issuing a nomination certificate.
Once you have operated the business for a minimum of 6 consecutive months and have met the conditions
and approved investment amount as outlined in the Business Performance Agreement, you may submit a
Request For Nomination form (NBBIS-006) in INB or email to [email protected].
The business commencement date is the date when the business started operations in New Brunswick and
cannot begin prior to your arrival date; and it will not be considered the date the business is registered in the
province.
GNB will require certain documentation, including but not limited to, your business financial information. GNB
will also schedule a site visit with you at your place of business and conduct an interview to assess whether all
conditions of the Business Performance Agreement have been met. If successful, you will be issued a
nomination certificate.
Sample Timeline #1:
September 1, 2023 - Work permit issued by IRCC
November 1, 2023 - Arrival in Canada
December 1, 2023 - Report Of Arrival form (NBBIS-004) submitted to GNB on or before this date
August 1, 2024 - Report Of Business Opening form (NBBIS-005) submitted to GNB on this date
February 1, 2025 - 6 months business operation, and
Request For Nomination form (NBBIS-006) submitted to GNB on or before this date.

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Step 9 Permanent Residence (PR) Application to IRCC
After receiving your Nomination Certificate from GNB, you can apply to IRCC for PR. IRCC will assess the
application based on Canadian immigration law and make the final decision regarding your PR status. GNB is
not responsible for any decision made by IRCC. You must contact IRCC directly for updates on the status of
your application. You must maintain the conditions of your nomination while you are awaiting a decision on your
PR application.
The nomination certificate will be valid for 9 months from the date of issuance and is considered valid if you
submit a complete application for PR before the expiry date on the nomination certificate.
Extending a nomination certificate

GNB will only issue a nomination extension if you are able to demonstrate that you submitted your application
for permanent residence to IRCC before the nomination expiry date listed on the Confirmation of Nomination
and it was later returned by IRCC. Other extenuating circumstances may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
A maximum of one amendment may be issued by GNB; and if granted, the amended certificate is valid for three
months from the date of issuance.
Withdrawing your nomination certificate

You may voluntarily withdraw your nomination at any time without penalty other than in the case of suspected or
actual misrepresentation. Processing fees will not be refunded.
Withdrawing a nomination certificate (by GNB)

GNB may withdraw your nomination at any time prior to the issuance of a PR visa by IRCC, if:
a) You fail to comply with the terms and conditions under which you have been nominated.
b) You fail to inform GNB of material changes in your circumstances.
c) You fail to submit a written request to amend a Certificate of Nomination prior to the expiry date on the
current certificate.
d) You provide GNB with false or misleading information relating to a relevant matter that causes or could
cause GNB to make an error in the processing of the application, or the decision to issue a Nomination
Certificate.
e) It is proven that you lack the genuine intention to live in New Brunswick, or
f) GNB determines you are ineligible for any other reason.
If IRCC approves your PR application, you will be issued a Confirmation of Permanent Residence
document, which will enable you to become a permanent resident of Canada.

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Part 5: Document Checklist
You are required to submit all required documents on the Checklist (NBBIS-001), and to submit a complete
electronic application within 90 calendar days of being issued an ITA. The application and all supporting
documents must be submitted electronically through your online account.
All documents must be provided as PDF files. You will have to scan paper documents into PDF files and convert
electronic documents into PDF files. Scanned documents:
a) must not exceed an upload size of 2 GB;
b) must be clear enough to read;
c) with images, should be scanned in color; and
d) with text-only, may be scanned at a grayscale setting to reduce the file size; and must not be enhanced
or edited.
If you are unable to provide any of the requested documentation, please include with your application a written
explanation with full details as to why that documentation is unavailable and any other documentation that would
support your claim. Failure to provide supporting documents in certain circumstances may result in the refusal
of your application.
Sign all forms as applicable. Please note that by signing these documents, you are certifying that all information
provided therein, whether prepared by you or not, is complete and true in all respects. If you or someone acting
on your behalf directly or indirectly submits false documents or misrepresents facts relating to your application
for a PR visa, your application will be refused.
All documents must be in either English or French. If a supporting document is in a language other than English
or French, you must upload a copy of the original document as well as a version translated by a certified
translator. Translators must be certified by a regulatory body and cannot be a family relative, or work for a paid
consultant who is preparing you application. You must also supply proof from the translator describing their
translation ability or certification.
The comprehensive Business Immigration stream Document Checklist (NBBIS-001) is accessible on the website
www.gnb.ca/immigration.

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Part 6: Processing Fees
GNB charges fees to partially recover the cost of providing some services to the public. The fees are based on
the concept that persons specifically requesting a service should pay for that service. Fee levels are set to
recover as much of the costs of each service as reasonable without imposing undue hardship or affecting access
to services.
There is no fee associated with the submission of an EOI. Processing fees must be paid prior to submitting your
online application. Your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children are included in the processing
fee. Processing fees are non-refundable.
The $2,000 CAD processing fee is payable by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex, INTERAC Online or
Visa/Debit.
Note: You and your family members must also pay for medical examinations, police clearances, fees associated
with language testing and obtaining documents. Other fees may apply including, but not limited to, language
testing, educational credential assessments, net worth verification and document translation. These fees are not
payable to GNB.
Part 7: Non-Compliance
GNB must report all cases of non-compliance to IRCC when you as an applicant fail to:
• report your arrival date within 1 month of arrival in Canada;
• open your business within 9 months after the arrival date in Canada;
• operate the business for a minimum of 6 consecutive months after business opening date; and
• comply with the terms and conditions set out in the signed and dated Business Performance Agreement.

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Part 8: Using a Representative
You are not required to hire a representative. Using one will not draw special attention to your application and
does not mean an ITA will be sent or the issuance of a nomination certificate. You can get all the forms and
instructions you need to apply for nomination for free on our website. If you follow the instructions, you should
be able fill out the forms and submit them yourself. You may choose to use a representative to provide
immigration advice or help. If so, you must disclose that you have received assistance in preparing an application
whether or not the person is compensated or receives a benefit as a result of such assistance. Failure to declare
such assistance will result in the refusal of your application.
Immigration representatives may:

• explain and give advice on your immigration or citizenship options;
• help you choose the best immigration program for you;
• provide assistance with your business plan;
• may fill out and submit your application on your behalf;
• communicate with GNB on your behalf;
• advertise that they can give immigration or citizenship advice; and
• provide advice on your business concept, business plan and/or market research information.
Representatives could be:

• immigration consultants;
• lawyers;
• friends;
• family members; or
• other third parties.
Types of representatives
There are two types of representatives, paid (must be authorized) and unpaid. Representatives must meet the
requirements for authorized representatives stated below.
1. Authorized paid representatives

Only some people can charge a fee or receive any other type of payment. These people are called
“authorized representatives.” They are:
• lawyers and paralegals, who are members in good standing of a Canadian provincial or territorial law
society;
• notaries who are members in good standing of the Chambre des notaires du Québec; and
• citizenship or immigration consultants who are members in good standing of the Immigration Consultants
of Canada Regulatory Council.
Remember: if you pay a representative or compensate them in any way in exchange for their services, GNB
considers that as paid and they must be authorized. GNB will not deal with representatives who charge a fee
but are not authorized. If you use an unauthorized representative, in Canada or abroad, GNB may return
your application or refuse it.
2. Unpaid representatives or third parties

You may use the services of unpaid representatives, such as family members, friends and other third parties
who do not charge a fee. They may provide the same services as paid representatives, but they do it for free.
GNB only considers uncompensated representatives or third parties as unpaid if they do not charge fees or
receive any other compensation or benefit for providing immigration advice or related services. If your
uncompensated representative or third party is found by GNB to have charged fees for, or otherwise
benefited from acting as your representative, GNB will revoke such person’s eligibility to serve as your
representative and will refuse your application.
Declaration and consent

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To protect your privacy, you need to give us your written consent before we will share any of your personal
information with anyone or give anyone access to your application information. If you wish to use the services of
a paid or unpaid representative, you must complete the Use of a Representative Form (NB-007) and include it
with your application. It confirms that you have authorized the individual named on the form to represent you and
act on your behalf with PETL. This may include representation throughout the Expression of Interest (EOI),
application and assessment processes, and communication with GNB as required, including disclosure of
personal and/or confidential information to your representative.
Correspondence from GNB will be sent to you and your representative. Therefore, it is required that you include
your personal contact information on the application. At its discretion, GNB may contact you directly to request
additional evidence or information to verify information in your EOI and/or application to determine if you meet
or continue to meet all program requirements.
Changing or cancelling representatives

You may only have one representative named in your application at any given time. If you change or cancel your
paid or unpaid representative, you must provide notification to GNB by submitting a revised Use of
Representative Form (NB-007). Submitting a revised form will automatically cancel any previously appointed
representative. Failure to declare a change in representative may result in the refusal of your application. You
are responsible for ensuring your application is updated to reflect any change in representative.
Beware of fraud
You are responsible for all the information in your application even if a representative completes it for you. It is
against the law to give false or misleading information in your application. If the information on your application
is false or misleading, your application will be refused.

Immigration Stream
Part 9: When Not to Apply
You are not eligible to apply if you:
a) already have an active application registered with GNB;
b) own property and/or a business in another province or territory in Canada;
c) have an immigration application in process in another province or territory in Canada;
d) have been refused for misrepresentation through any immigration program;
e) living in Canada illegally;
f) have been refused admission to, or ordered to leave Canada or any other country or territory;
g) are working in Canada without authorization;
h) are living in Canada and are out of legal status and have not applied for restoration of status within 90
days of having lost your status;
i) are an unresolved or failed refugee or humanitarian and compassionate claimant living in Canada;
j) have not been lawfully admitted to your current country of residence;
k) are not lawfully residing in your current country of residence;
l) are engaged in full-time post-secondary education in Canada;
m) have been offered a full-time, seasonal, part-time or casual job in New Brunswick;
n) are registered in the federal Live-in Caregiver Program;
o) your accumulated personal net worth cannot be verified by a third party; or
p) you are a passive investor (i.e. an individual who intends to invest in a business in New Brunswick with
limited to no involvement in the day-to-day management of the business);

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New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP)
New Brunswick Business Immigration Stream

Basic Process Map
Establish your business within

Apply to IRCC for a work 9 months after arrival; after a
Learn about New Brunswick permit; if approved, relocate minmum 6 months of
Business Immigration Stream to NB to establish and operate business operation and
your business meeting requirements,
request for nomination
If approved, sign a BPA and

Prepare all of the required If nominated, submit a PR
receive a work permit support
documents application to IRCC
letter
Register online in INB and

Application assessment IRCC Process
submit an EOI
Submit a full application Receive PR decision from

If approved, receive an ITA
online in INB IRCC

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Do I need a representative to help me apply?

If you’re hiring a paid representative, find out if they’re authorized.

Tips to protect yourself from fraud

Stage 2: Obtaining your Work Permit from the Federal Government

Stage 3: Establishing Your Business

Stage 4: Application to IRCC for Permanent Residence

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For this reason:

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g) Vehicle to a maximum of 5% of your total eligible investment up to a maximum of CAD $15,000,

3. Purchasing an established New Brunswick business

4. Creating jobs in New Brunswick

5. Operating the business in New Brunswick

6. Active management role in business

7. Net worth verification report

8. Presence in New Brunswick

9. Eligible Seasonal Businesses

Tourism: Some tourism businesses may be eligible:

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In order for agricultural businesses to be eligible, the following conditions apply:

Ineligible farm concepts

11. Ineligible businesses

12. Exploratory visits

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13. You intend to reside in New Brunswick.

14. Site Visit

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Calculate your score:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General Training;

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a) Comparative Education Service (CES)

Calculate your score:

Post-Secondary Academic degree

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“Total liabilities” means mortgages, personal debts and other encumbrances.

5. Business Ownership / Work experience

Calculate your score:

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Calculate your score.

Completed at least six months of continuous full-time employment in New Brunswick, or 5

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Application to Establishment Permanent

Step 2 Preparing Your Business Plan

Step 3 Online Registration

Updating of personal information

Step 4 Expression of Interest (EOI)

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Step 5 Invitation to Apply (ITA)

Step 6 Submission of Provincial Application to GNB

Additional information for submitting your application

Age of dependent children

Disclose previous immigration applications

Withdrawing your application

Step 7 Letter of Support for a Work Permit

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