Currently Paused

Startup Visa Program

The Canada Startup Visa Program is currently paused. We continue to monitor updates and support founders preparing for future opportunities. If you want to stay informed and receive updates, please join our newsletter.

Program Status and Updates

Global Startups is a designated organization under the Canada Startup Visa Program. At this time, the program is paused. If you are exploring opportunities to build or expand your company in Canada, there are still practical paths forward.

Alternative Path #1

Expand Your Startup into Canada. We work with international founders through structured programs focused on execution.

Alternative Path #1

What you get: Market entry strategy; Customer validation in Canada; Connections to local ecosystem; Clear expansion roadmap

EXPLORE MARKET ENTRY

Alternative Path #2

Prepare for Investment. We support founders through investor-focused programs designed for pre-seed and early-stage companies.

Alternative Path #2

Focus areas: Investor readiness; Pitch and materials; Financial and legal structure; Fundraising strategy

EXPLORE INVESTMENT

Not Sure Where to Start?

If you are exploring Canada as your next step, you can start with a short consultation. Global Startups is a designated organization under the Canada Startup Visa Program. Program availability is subject to Government of Canada policies and timelines.

Currently Paused

Startup Visa Program

Program Status and Updates

Alternative Path #1

Alternative Path #1

Alternative Path #2

Alternative Path #2

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