The government of Canada, as well as the government of the province of Quebec, offers immigration programs for individuals that are self-employed in certain industries.
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FEDERAL SELF-EMPLOYED PERSONS PROGRAM
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The Self-Employed Persons Program allows applicants to gain permanent residence by demonstrating that they have relevant agricultural, artistic, or athletic experience allowing them to be successfully self-employed in Canada and further make a significant contribution to their field.
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The Quebec Self-Employed category is designed to allow qualified individuals the opportunity to obtain Canadian permanent residence provided that they can effectively establish themselves in the Province of Quebec by practicing a trade or profession.