Step Forward in 2025 for Business Aspirants
On May 28, 2025, British Columbia issues invitations under entrepreneur streams, delivering a significant boost to business-minded immigrants. In two parallel draws under the Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) Regional and EI Base streams, a total of 14 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued:
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Stream
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Minimum Score
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ITAs Issued
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EI Regional
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123
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Fewer than 5
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EI Base
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115
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9
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This marks the eighth entrepreneur-focused draw in 2025, underscoring BC’s shift towards fostering economic growth through entrepreneurial immigration—contrast to just one draw under skills-based streams
What Makes Each Stream Unique
EI Regional Stream
- Targets entrepreneurs launching new businesses in rural or smaller communities.
- Requires a local community endorsement.
- Draws are held approximately monthly
EI Base Stream
- Suitable for those starting or purchasing existing businesses anywhere in BC, including urban centres like Vancouver.
- No community recommendation required.
- Invitations are selectively targeted, considering registration score, business location, alignment with priority sectors, and community population
Why It Matters Now
- Strategic Economic Focus
BC aims to stimulate economic development through entrepreneurs who create jobs and inject investment into local economies
- Regular Draw Cadence
Eight entrepreneur draws this year signal sustained and predictable invitation cycles, ideal for applicants crafting timely submissions
- Access to Diverse Locations
With two streams targeting both rural and urban settings, entrepreneurs have flexibility in choosing where to settle and invest.
- Competitive, Transparent Process
Minimum scores (123 for Regional; 115 for Base) indicate transparent, merit-based selection.
How Kansas Overseas Boosts Your Applicant Profile
As seasoned Canada pr visa consultants, Kansas Overseas offers tailored services designed for the EI streams:
- EOI Strategy Crafting
Elevate your points through bespoke business plans and registrations that appeal to both streams.
- Stream Selection Support
We assess your preference—rural vs urban—and recommend the most viable pathway (EI Regional or EI Base).
- Eligibility & Compliance Review
From net worth and investment levels to language and business history, we verify all eligibility factors meticulously
- Document & Business Plan Preparation
We assist in drafting compelling business concepts to meet scoring criteria and secure ITAs.
- Complete Application Assistance
Support continues seamlessly from ITA to Performance Agreement, work permit facilitation, and PR nomination.
- Post-Invitation Support
We help negotiate and monitor your Performance Agreement, ensuring successful fulfilment of conditions.
Take the Next Step
Turn your entrepreneurial vision into Canadian reality with Kansas Overseas: