6. Rural & Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) – Business Owners Welcome
Though often grouped under skilled worker pathways, many RNIP communities actively invite entrepreneurs and small business owners, including:
• Restaurant owners
• Retail store owners
• Service-based businesses
• Family-operated commercial ventures
Why This Works for Families
• Low cost of living
• Affordable housing
• High acceptance rates in smaller communities
• Friendly, family-oriented towns
