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Alberta Fresh Graduate – Entrepreneur Programs

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Alberta Fresh Graduate – Entrepreneur Programs

The International Graduate Entrepreneur Immigration Stream (IGEIS) allows international foreign graduate students work permit holders with at least 6 months of work experience and a qualification from a university or college in Alberta to start or buy an existing business in Alberta, Canada.

In short, The International Graduate Entrepreneur Immigration Stream (IGEIS) allows Alberta to nominate qualified international graduates from Alberta post-secondary institutions who want to establish or operate a business in Alberta to apply for permanent residence.

Are you interested to apply for Alberta Fresh Graduate Entrepreneur Program? If yes, then you must meet the following eligibility requirements.

     Education: You must complete at least 2 years of full-time education.

     Work Permit: You must have Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and that must be for 2 years at least.

     Language: Must have a CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) minimum level of 7 for each language skill or you must have Niveaux de compétence Linguistique canadiens (NCLC) of 7 for each French language skill: reading, speaking, listening, and writing.

Test results must be official and also must be less than two years old at the time Expression of Interest (EOI) is submitted. Following is the list of 4 language tests that are accepted by AINP.

  1. Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) General Test
  2. Test d’évaluation de français (TEF) Canada
  3. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General Training Test
  4. Test de connaissance du français (TCF) Canada

Also, make sure to check out the federal guideline on NCLC or CLB equivalency for each of the tests.

Work Experience

You must have 6 months of minimum full-time work experienced which can be a combination of owning or managing the business.
Work experience can be obtained:

     After or before completing Alberta education

     Within Canada or outside Canada

You must meet minimum work experience at the time of submitting EOI.

Please note: 2 years of full-time Alberta education and 6 months of work experience are needed at the time of EOI submission.

What are the factors that can increase the chance?

Age
21 to 49 years
Alberta Relative
You or your common-law partner or spouse, have one or more of the following relatives living full-time in Alberta: Mother, Father, Step-Mother, Step-Father, Child, Sister, Step-Child, Step-Sister, Brother, Step-Brother.
Economic Benefit
Can provide economic benefits to Alberta through:

     Economic sector

     Business succession

     Developed intellectual property

     Job creation

     Business location (for example, rural)

     Investment

     Partnership or support from business incubator/accelerator, venture capital, or angel investor

Spouse
Your spouse or common-law partner has at least one of the following:

     At least 1 year of continuous full-time employment in Alberta

     Completed at least 2 years of full-time study at a post-secondary institution in Alberta

     A minimum level CLB 5 in English or NCLC 5 in French in all 4 language abilities (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking)

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FAQs

What are the basic eligibility criteria for immigrating to Canada?

Eligibility criteria vary based on the immigration program you choose. Generally, factors like age, education, work experience, and language proficiency are considered.

How can I improve my Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score?

Enhance your CRS score by improving language proficiency, obtaining higher education, gaining more work experience, and securing a job offer in Canada, among other strategies.

What is the Express Entry system, and how does it work?

Express Entry is a points-based system for managing immigration applications to Canada. It ranks candidates based on factors such as age, education, work experience, and language proficiency.

What is the difference between federal and provincial immigration programs?

Federal programs are managed by the Canadian government, while provincial programs are run by individual provinces. Each has its own criteria and targets specific skillsets or demographics.

How can an immigration consultant assist me in the process?

Immigration consultants can provide expert guidance, help you navigate complex paperwork, ensure accurate documentation, and increase the likelihood of a successful application.

What is the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), and how does it work?

PNPs allow provinces and territories to nominate individuals for immigration based on their specific economic needs. Each province has its own criteria and streams.

Can I apply for permanent residency if I don't have a job offer in Canada?

Yes, it’s possible. Express Entry and other immigration streams consider various factors, and a job offer is just one of them. However, having a valid job offer can significantly boost your chances.

What language proficiency tests are accepted for immigration purposes?

The most commonly accepted language tests are the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) and CELPIP for English and the TEF (Test d’évaluation de français) for French.

How long does the Canadian immigration process take?

Processing times vary based on the type of application and immigration stream. Generally, it can take several months to years. Express Entry, for example, aims to process applications within six months.

What is the difference between a work permit and permanent residency?

A work permit allows you to work in Canada temporarily, while permanent residency grants you the right to live and work in Canada indefinitely. Permanent residents also have access to social benefits and healthcare.

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