Through MDSVISA, you can now migrate to Canada under the Self-employed Persons Program.
If you have at least 2 years (out of the last 5) of relevant experience in cultural activities or athletics, intent and ability to become self-employed in Canada, and make a significant contribution to the specified economic activities in Canada; you may be eligible to immigrate under this category.
Your experience and intended occupation must be one of the following:
- Self-employed in cultural activities or athletics
- Participation at a “world-class level” in cultural activities or athletics
- get a minimum of 35 points after we grade you based on our five selection criteria and point system
Your score
Your maximum possible score is 100. The pass mark is currently 35 points, but it may change. Make sure you visit this site regularly if you’re thinking about immigrating to Canada as a self-employed immigrant.
| Selection Criteria | Maximum Points |
|---|---|
| Education | 25 |
| Experience | 35 |
| Age | 10 |
| Ability in English/French | 24 |
| Adaptability | 6 |
| TOTAL | 100 |
Eligible Self-Employed Occupations:
5110 Librarians, Archivists, Conservators, and Curators
- 51100 Librarians
- 51101 Conservators And Curators
- 51102 Archivist
5111 Writing, Translating, and Public Relations Professionals
- 51110 Editors
- 51111 Authors And Writers (Except Technical)
- 51112 Technical Writers
- 51113 Journalists
- 51114 Translators, Terminologists And Interpreters
5112 Creative and performing artists
- 51120 Producers, Directors, Choreographers And Related Occupations
- 51121 Conductors, Composers And Arrangers
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Caregiver Program
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Start-Up Visa
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Study
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Express Entry To Canada