You can become an Immigrant Investor by applying through the ScotiaMcLeod Immigrant Investor Program. Potential candidates can obtain Canadian Permanent Residency and even benefit from the privileges of dual citizenship by satisfying certain requirements, including:

• Individuals must have a minimum net worth of $800,000 CDN.
• An amount of $400,000 CDN must be invested in the Canadian economy for a period of five years.
• A minimum of three years of business or management experience is mandatory.
• Pass a medical and security examination.

How our program works

To apply for Canadian Immigrant status through our program:

• Contact an immigration agent authorized to promote the ScotiaMcLeod Immigrant Investor Program.
• Sign ScotiaMcLeod's Deposit and Investment Agreement detailing each party's responsibilities.
• Provide all the required documents.
• Submit an Immigration Application to the appropriate immigration authorities.
• Transfer the balance of funds to ScotiaMcLeod within the required period of time after receiving notification from the Immigration Authorities.

Your capital

With the ScotiaMcLeod Immigrant Investor Program, all funds received are acknowledged to the appropriate parties, and clients receive regular account statements. As stipulated in the regulation, the amounts are fully invested on behalf of the investor for a specified period of time, after which the capital is reimbursed without interest.

Contact us for more information on ScotiaMcLeod's world class Immigrant Investor Program. We can put you in touch with an immigration agent to help you get started.