The Startup Visa Program – Immigrate and Grow your Tech Business in Canada 

 

Supporting Foreign Entrepreneurs

More Than Just An Incubator 

Teams will receive access to expertise, services, resources, mentors, and advisors so that they can conquer milestones, achieve goals and overcome challenges they may face in growing a business in Canada.

Grow with Alacrity

Incorporation & Legal Support

Office Space In Victoria, B.C

Doing Business In Canada Guide

Mentorship & Advisor Expertise

Strategic Planning

Office Space In Victoria, B.C

Accounting & Finance

Marketing & Business Development Support

Startup Visa Program Impact

REVENUE GROWTH
$ 1 M
INVESTMENT ATTRACTED
$ 1 M
BIPOC Representation
1 %
Women Participants
1 %

Startup Visa Program Requirements

Alacrity

IRCC

FAQ

With only 10 spots a year allotted by the Canadian Government per year, we know you have to focus your attention on applying to the right incubators who provide this program. So let’s save you some time. Are you in the following sectors?

  • Big Data/Cybersecurity
  • AI
  • Industrial Transformation
  • Clean Technology
  • SaaS Products
  • Manufacturing companies unless they have innovative patented technology attached to the project that fit within the top five sector types.
  • E-commerce businesses, unless it had a specific technology and the E-commerce component is a supplemental revenue stream, then we’ll consider the project.
  • Any service/agency based businesses.
  1. Complete the Application Form Complete the application form here or by hitting the apply button below. We will schedule an introductory call if your application screens through.​
  2. Submit Your Business Plan and Documents – This is our due diligence stage. We will ask you to submit your business plan and any other documents related to the business.
  3. Sign Agreements Upon Approval – If approved, Alacrity Canada will sign program agreements and issue the letter of support to the IRCC.​ Successful teams are required to pay a $100,000 flat fee. This includes administrative services for the Startup Team.​
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Venture Story

“Our journey began in 2022 when our project was accepted by Alacrity as part of the SUV program. This milestone marked the beginning of an incredible journey in Canada. Through the program, I was granted a work permit, enabling me to establish our company, set up a bank account, and hire highly skilled professionals to bring our vision to life. Over the past two years, the resources, network, and environment facilitated by the SUV program have been instrumental in our success. With the support of a talented team, we have successfully developed our product, which has now reached its first version (V1) and is ready to enter the market. This achievement would not have been possible without the infrastructure and opportunities provided by this program.”

Changes to the Government of Canada's Startup Visa Program

Recent updates to Canada’s Startup Visa program, of which Alacrity is a designated organization have introduced key changes. One of the main impacts is a new limit of 10 startups per year, which restricts how we can assist international founders.

As a result of these changes, the selection process is now more competitive than ever. Only candidates who qualify for the next stage will be contacted, and program fees will be communicated to the selected teams.

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