A STREAM OF THE ALBERTA ADVANTAGE IMMIGRATION PROGRAM
The Alberta FGES is a fast-track Permanent Residence program aimed at attracting foreign graduates who have completed their studies outside of Canada. As a participant, you will develop and launch your business in Alberta with the full support of our team.
Alberta provides a high quality of life. It is made up of a diverse set of cultures and communities that are home to many world-class services and offers abundant opportunities for entrepreneurs. The FGES is an efficient and effective avenue for eligible entrepreneurs to immigrate to Alberta and open a business.
Our team worked directly with the Alberta Government to design the FGES program and is one of only two designated agencies permitted to assess the viability of prospective candidates and issue a letter of recommendation.
Why the FGES Program?
Fast-Track to Permanent Residency: Benefit from a streamlined process to secure permanent residency for you and your family.
Family Inclusion: Your immediate family members are included in your application, offering them the opportunity to live, study, and work in Alberta.
Flexibility of Business: Candidates are permitted to open a business under the FGES connected to one of the following sectors: technology, aerospace, financial services, energy, agriculture, tourism, life sciences and pharmaceuticals. Traditional and innovative businesses in these sectors qualify for the program.
Low Taxes: Alberta enjoys the lowest corporate tax rate in Canada, and its residents pay low personal income taxes relative to other provinces.
Get to Work Quickly: Successful candidates are issued work permits within 3-6 weeks of applying, allowing them to get their businesses up and running in Alberta’s robust entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur Program?
Successful applicants must:
– Have completed a post-secondary degree outside of Canada in the last 10 years
– Obtain a Letter of Recommendation from an agency designated by the Alberta Government
– Have a minimum of 6 months of full-time work experience managing or owning a business, or work experience with a business incubator
– Start a business connected to one of eight priority sectors
– Make an initial business investment of $50,000 CAD
– Meet the Canadian Language Benchmark level of 5 for each language skill in either English or French