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Cellia Xiao is an experienced Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) with over 20 years of expertise, providing personalized solutions for Canadian immigration needs, including visa applications, permanent residency, and citizenship.

Fred is a senior Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC-IRB) with extensive experience in all types of immigration applications and conducting hearings and appeals before the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada.

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The Canada Start-up Visa (SUV) Program is a groundbreaking immigration pathway designed for visionary entrepreneurs like you. It offers a direct route to Permanent Residency (PR) by empowering you to launch or scale an innovative business in Canada. Unlike traditional immigration programs, the SUV focuses on your potential to contribute to Canada’s economy through creativity, collaboration, and cutting-edge ideas.
Permanent Residency for Your Entire Family: Secure a future in Canada not just for yourself, but for your spouse and dependent children.
Flexibility to Innovate: Build your business your way—whether you’re leading a tech startup, a green energy venture, or a disruptive social enterprise.
Thriving Ecosystem: Gain access to Canada’s world-class startup networks, mentors, and investors, including government-designated organizations ready to support your vision.
No Personal Investment Required: The SUV prioritizes your skills and business potential over upfront financial commitments.
To qualify, you’ll need:
A qualifying business that’s innovative, scalable, and capable of creating jobs for Canadians.
A Letter of Support from a designated Canadian organization (venture capital fund, angel investor group, or business incubator).
Language proficiency in English or French (CLB 5 or higher).
Settlement funds to support yourself and your family upon arrival.
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We navigate the complex requirements to connect you with approved venture capital, angel investors, or business incubators—crafting pitch materials and negotiating terms to secure your essential Letter of Support.
Our expert team co-develop your innovative business plan to obtain the investment from the Dignated investors in Canada, ensuring compliance with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) criteria: scalability, job creation potential, and alignment with Canada’s economic priorities.
We manage the dual-layer SUV process seamlessly. On the business side, we handle incorporation filings, ownership structuring, and financial projections. For immigration requirements, we prepare IRCC forms, validate proof of settlement funds, and coordinate medical/security checks. Our team also acts as your direct representative, liaising with designated organizations and immigration authorities to streamline communication.
Upon approval, we fast-track your transition to permanent residency using pre-audited documentation. Beyond immigration success, we provide actionable guidance to establish your business operations in Canada, including talent recruitment strategies, access to local funding networks, and connections to industry-specific growth resources.
Immigration consultants provide expert guidance, assist with navigating complex paperwork, ensure accurate documentation, and increase the likelihood of a successful application.
The Start-Up Visa program is an immigration pathway designed for innovative entrepreneurs looking to establish or run Canada Start Ups. It targets individuals with unique business concepts that can create jobs and bring fresh ideas to the Canadian economy. To qualify, you must:
Once approved, you gain PR (Permanent Residency) and can bring immediate family members.
For 2025, Canada’s immigration targets for the Start-Up Visa dropped from around 5,000 spots in 2024 to 2,000. This shift indicates Canada’s intention to balance various immigration categories. Fewer spots mean:
The average processing time for a Start-Up Visa PR application is around 37 to 40 months. Various factors like high demand, limited quotas, or requests for additional documents can affect how long it takes. Plan and ensure accuracy to minimize delays.
Applicants typically need at least $200,000 in settlement funds to cover living expenses during the start-up phase. This is separate from any business investment capital. Proper planning is crucial to handle these financial obligations.
Yes, once approved, you gain PR (Permanent Residency) and can bring immediate family members.
We are one of the few firms holding both Canadian immigration consultancy and recruitment licenses, with long-term partnerships across enterprises and institutions, ensuring excellent service such as:

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