The Self-Employed Program is designed to attract applicants who intend and can become self-employed in Canada. Self-employed persons who intend to live in Quebec are not eligible under this program and should apply under the Quebec Self-Employed Program.

To qualify for this program, applicants must have the relevant experience, intention, and ability to either:
- make a significant contribution to the cultural or sporting life in Canada as artisans or as athletes at an international level; or 
- Purchase and manage a farm in Canada.

If you are a sport person, an athlete, an experience farm owner or manager, an artiste or artist, a librarian, or have earned your living through self-employment in any of these categories, or any related categories not listed, contact us today for any questions you may have.