Yes, owners CAN legally work in their own Canadian business.
But only if You structure it right.
IRCC questioned whether our client—a salon owner—could also be the manager.
Here's what we proved:
→ $250K invested in a GTA nail salon & spa
→ $205K+ annual revenue
→ 2 Canadian employees on payroll
→ Daily duties matched NOC 60040 (Manager)
→ Role documented separately from ownership
The result?
Positive LMIA from ESDC.
3-year work permit approved.
Business keeps running with her at the helm.
The difference between approved and denied? Structure, documentation, and knowing how to position the role.
Own a Canadian business and need to work in it legally?
Click the link → https://calendly.com/sobirovslaw/strategy-meeting to book a consultation.
www.sobirovs.com
But only if You structure it right.
IRCC questioned whether our client—a salon owner—could also be the manager.
Here's what we proved:
→ $250K invested in a GTA nail salon & spa
→ $205K+ annual revenue
→ 2 Canadian employees on payroll
→ Daily duties matched NOC 60040 (Manager)
→ Role documented separately from ownership
The result?
Positive LMIA from ESDC.
3-year work permit approved.
Business keeps running with her at the helm.
The difference between approved and denied? Structure, documentation, and knowing how to position the role.
Own a Canadian business and need to work in it legally?
Click the link → https://calendly.com/sobirovslaw/strategy-meeting to book a consultation.
www.sobirovs.com
Ready to see if you qualify? Use our free BC PNP Calculator 👇
British Columbia is one of the top destinations for families immigrating to Canada—and not just for the mountains.
✓ Top-ranked public education (PISA scores)
✓ $10/day childcare expanding province-wide
✓ Universal healthcare + family benefits
✓ Diverse job market: tech, film, tourism
✓ Safe, multicultural communities
✅ Ready to make the move? Check your eligibility with our free BC PNP Calculator: https://bc-pnp-pathfinder.lovable.app
#BCPNP #ImmigrateToCanada #MoveToBC #BritishColumbia #CanadaImmigration
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British Columbia is one of the top destinations for families immigrating to Canada—and not just for the mountains.
✓ Top-ranked public education (PISA scores)
✓ $10/day childcare expanding province-wide
✓ Universal healthcare + family benefits
✓ Diverse job market: tech, film, tourism
✓ Safe, multicultural communities
✅ Ready to make the move? Check your eligibility with our free BC PNP Calculator: https://bc-pnp-pathfinder.lovable.app
#BCPNP #ImmigrateToCanada #MoveToBC #BritishColumbia #CanadaImmigration
www.sobirovs.com
Sobirovs Law Firm
Ready to see if you qualify? Use our free BC PNP Calculator 👇 British Columbia is one of the top destinations for families immigrating to Canada—and not just for the mountains. ✓ Top-ranked public education (PISA scores) ✓ $10/day childcare expanding province…
Check your eligibility with our free BC PNP Calculator: https://bc-pnp-pathfinder.lovable.app
🇨🇦 Start-Up Visa intake is paused. Business immigration isn't.
Canada announced major changes to the SUV program — but your path forward depends on where you are right now.
• New applicant? PNP or wait for the 2026 pilot.
• Already in the system? Execute your business plan + extend your work permit.
• Planning ahead? Expect stricter criteria when the new pilot launches.
Clear path ≠ one path. The right strategy depends on your status.
📅 Book your consultation: https://bit.ly/2M0NqTj
#CanadaImmigration #StartUpVisa #SUVProgram #BusinessImmigration Rakhmad Sobirov
www.sobirovs.com
Canada announced major changes to the SUV program — but your path forward depends on where you are right now.
• New applicant? PNP or wait for the 2026 pilot.
• Already in the system? Execute your business plan + extend your work permit.
• Planning ahead? Expect stricter criteria when the new pilot launches.
Clear path ≠ one path. The right strategy depends on your status.
📅 Book your consultation: https://bit.ly/2M0NqTj
#CanadaImmigration #StartUpVisa #SUVProgram #BusinessImmigration Rakhmad Sobirov
www.sobirovs.com
It's not closed.
It's restructured.
New applicants → Pivot to PNPs
In-process → Document your traction
Future applicants → 2026 = proof year
The door isn't shut.
The bar is higher.
Two choices:
↳ Wait for clarity that may never come
↳ Build your path while others freeze
Which one?
📍 PNP options: sobirovs.com/business-immigration/pnp-canada
📅 Strategy call: calendly.com/sobirovslaw/strategy-meeting
www.sobirovs.com
It's restructured.
New applicants → Pivot to PNPs
In-process → Document your traction
Future applicants → 2026 = proof year
The door isn't shut.
The bar is higher.
Two choices:
↳ Wait for clarity that may never come
↳ Build your path while others freeze
Which one?
📍 PNP options: sobirovs.com/business-immigration/pnp-canada
📅 Strategy call: calendly.com/sobirovslaw/strategy-meeting
www.sobirovs.com
Sobirovs Law Firm
It's not closed. It's restructured. New applicants → Pivot to PNPs In-process → Document your traction Future applicants → 2026 = proof year The door isn't shut. The bar is higher. Two choices: ↳ Wait for clarity that may never come ↳ Build your path while…
📍 Explore PNP pathways → sobirovs.com/business-immigration/pnp-canada
📅 Book your strategy session → calendly.com/sobirovslaw/strategy-meeting
📅 Book your strategy session → calendly.com/sobirovslaw/strategy-meeting
The SUV isn't gone. It's being rebuilt.
Here's what every entrepreneurial family needs to know right now:
1️⃣ The dream isn't over — the pathway shifted
2️⃣ New PR applications paused (with exceptions)
3️⃣ In-process applicants: extensions + priority rules protect you
4️⃣ New pilot coming end of 2026
5️⃣ PNPs remain open now
The destination hasn't changed:
Safety. Opportunity. Education. Stability.
Only the route has.
If Canada is still part of your family's plan, there's a path forward.
📅 Book a strategy call: calendly.com/sobirovslaw/strategy-meeting
📍 Explore PNPs: sobirovs.com/business-immigration/pnp-canada
www.sobirovs.com
Here's what every entrepreneurial family needs to know right now:
1️⃣ The dream isn't over — the pathway shifted
2️⃣ New PR applications paused (with exceptions)
3️⃣ In-process applicants: extensions + priority rules protect you
4️⃣ New pilot coming end of 2026
5️⃣ PNPs remain open now
The destination hasn't changed:
Safety. Opportunity. Education. Stability.
Only the route has.
If Canada is still part of your family's plan, there's a path forward.
📅 Book a strategy call: calendly.com/sobirovslaw/strategy-meeting
📍 Explore PNPs: sobirovs.com/business-immigration/pnp-canada
www.sobirovs.com
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Most founders think the Start-Up Visa program is slow.
But it’s not.
It just became selective.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada is now dividing accepted applications into 3 priority groups — and your group determines how fast (or how slowly) your future moves.
‣ Group 1: Front of the line.
‣ Group 2: Waiting behind them.
‣ Group 3: Prepare for serious delays.
👉 Files are processed first-come, first-served within each priority group.
If you don’t know which group you’re in, you don’t know your real timeline.
And if you don’t like that timeline — change the strategy.
Explore your options before timelines decide for you:
📍 PNP options: https://bit.ly/4qGZsz7
📅 Strategy call: https://bit.ly/2M0NqTj
#StartupVisa #CanadaImmigration #Founders #Entrepreneurs #ImmigrationStrategy #BusinessImmigration
Rakhmad Sobirov
www.sobirovs.com
But it’s not.
It just became selective.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada is now dividing accepted applications into 3 priority groups — and your group determines how fast (or how slowly) your future moves.
‣ Group 1: Front of the line.
‣ Group 2: Waiting behind them.
‣ Group 3: Prepare for serious delays.
👉 Files are processed first-come, first-served within each priority group.
If you don’t know which group you’re in, you don’t know your real timeline.
And if you don’t like that timeline — change the strategy.
Explore your options before timelines decide for you:
📍 PNP options: https://bit.ly/4qGZsz7
📅 Strategy call: https://bit.ly/2M0NqTj
#StartupVisa #CanadaImmigration #Founders #Entrepreneurs #ImmigrationStrategy #BusinessImmigration
Rakhmad Sobirov
www.sobirovs.com