For entrepreneurs & investors outside Canada

Start your Canadian journey through business ownership in New Brunswick.

New Brunswick's Business Immigration Stream is one of Canada's most direct pathways to permanent residency for entrepreneurs: buy or start a business, run it, and build your life here. Prosper NB connects you to real opportunities, trusted local advisors, and a community that's invested in your success from day one.

Local business network Immigration-aware advisors Year-round community support Confidential process
1
of Canada's most direct business-immigration pathways
12
community sessions a year to help you settle and succeed
7
focus themes, including financing and group investment
1:1
personal guidance — not a generic application mill
Why New Brunswick

A real path to ownership — and a community that welcomes you into it.

Immigration programs can feel like paperwork and waiting rooms. Prosper NB exists to make the business side of your journey feel like what it actually is: joining a community.

Business Immigration Stream

The pathway

New Brunswick's program is built for entrepreneurs who will buy or start a business and take an active role in running it — not passive investment alone.

Real businesses, ready to transition

Opportunity

New Brunswick has a wave of retiring owners with no succession plan. That's a real opening for newcomer entrepreneurs looking to buy an established business.

A network on arrival, not after

Community

Prosper NB's monthly sessions and annual Summit mean you can start building relationships in New Brunswick's business community before you've even moved.

Trusted local guidance

Support

We connect you with advisors and business owners who understand both the immigration process and the practical realities of buying a New Brunswick business.

How it works

From "interested" to "settled and running a business."

Register your interest

Share your background, investment capacity and timeline below — no commitment, just a starting conversation.

Get matched to opportunities

We introduce you to relevant businesses for sale and advisors who can guide you through New Brunswick's specific immigration requirements.

Join the community

Attend our monthly virtual sessions from anywhere in the world, and connect with the Prosper NB network before you arrive.

Common questions

Business Immigration FAQ

Is Prosper NB an immigration law firm or government body?

No. Prosper NB is a business community that connects newcomer entrepreneurs with local business opportunities, advisors and networks. We recommend working with a licensed immigration consultant or lawyer for your formal application.

Do I need to buy an existing business, or can I start a new one?

New Brunswick's Business Immigration Stream allows for both, though buying an established business is often faster to demonstrate active management and revenue. Let us know your preference in the form below.

What investment amount is typically required?

Requirements vary and can change, so we don't quote a fixed number here — your immigration advisor will confirm current thresholds. Tell us your available investment range in the form so we can point you to relevant opportunities and guidance.

Can I join Prosper NB's community before I move to Canada?

Yes — our monthly virtual sessions are open to anyone, anywhere. It's a good way to start building relationships in New Brunswick's business community while your application is in progress.

Register your interest

Tell us about your journey

Share as much detail as you're comfortable with — it helps us point you toward the right businesses and advisors.

We typically respond within a few business days.

Want to explore businesses for sale first?

Browse the kind of opportunities available through Prosper NB's buyer network before you register.

See buying opportunities