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Manitoba
Entrepreneur Pathway

For experienced business owners and senior managers ready to establish or purchase a business in Manitoba — one of Canada's most accessible entrepreneur streams with lower investment thresholds outside Winnipeg.

Provincial Nominee Program 10–14 Months Work Permit → PR

Eligibility at a glance

Net Worth

CAD 500K

Investment

CAD 250K / 150K

Ownership

33.3%+

Language

CLB 5

Experience

3 yrs (last 5)

Jobs

1 full-time

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Requirements

What you need to qualify

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Net Worth

CAD 500,000

Verifiable and legally obtained. Includes assets of your spouse or common-law partner. Must be verified by an MPNP-approved third-party supplier.

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Investment

CAD 250K / CAD 150K

CAD 250,000 in the Manitoba Capital Region (Winnipeg). CAD 150,000 outside the Capital Region. Active business investment only.

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Ownership / Experience

33.3% or senior mgmt

Active business ownership with at least 33.3% stake, or senior management experience in a successful business.

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Business Experience

3 years

Within the last 5 years, as an active business owner or senior manager. Business owners receive higher points than managers.

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Language

CLB 5

English or French. IELTS (General), CELPIP, or TEF accepted. Test results must be less than 2 years old at time of application.

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Job Creation

1 full-time

For a Canadian citizen or permanent resident in Manitoba, other than yourself. Must be created or maintained as per your Business Performance Agreement.

The Process

From application to permanent residence

Self-Assessment & Business Research Visit

We assess your profile, complete the MPNP self-assessment form, and plan your mandatory business research visit to Manitoba — required before submitting your EOI.

4–8 weeks

Expression of Interest (EOI)

You submit your EOI, Business Concept Form, and Self-Assessment Form to MPNP by email. Candidates are ranked — the highest-scoring receive a Letter of Advice to Apply (LAA).

1–4 months

Full Application & Business Plan

Upon receiving an LAA, you submit a complete application including your detailed business plan, financial documents, net worth verification, and language results within 120 days.

4–8 weeks to prepare

Business Performance Agreement & Work Permit

MPNP issues a Business Performance Agreement (BPA) outlining the terms of your business in Manitoba. You then apply for a temporary work permit to enter Canada.

2–4 months

Business Establishment

You establish or purchase a business in Manitoba within 24 months of arrival. You must actively manage the business and meet all BPA conditions — investment deployed, jobs created.

12–24 months

Provincial Nomination & PR

Once your BPA conditions are met, Manitoba nominates you for permanent residence. You apply to the federal government — typically processed within 6 months of nomination.

6–8 months to PR

Questions

Common questions

Can I include my spouse's net worth? +

Yes. Assets of your spouse or common-law partner can be included in the CAD 500K net worth calculation. This must be disclosed in full on the self-assessment form.

Do I have to start a new business or can I buy an existing one? +

You can start a new business, purchase an existing Manitoba business, or become a partner in one. All three routes are eligible — each has slightly different documentation requirements.

Can my family come with me? +

Yes. Your spouse is eligible for an open work permit, and dependent children can study in Manitoba. The family can relocate together when you receive your temporary work permit.

Is a business research visit to Manitoba mandatory? +

Yes. You must conduct a business research visit to Manitoba no more than one year before submitting your EOI. MPNP strongly encourages attending business seminars offered by the Business Consulting Unit during your visit.

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