NWT Nominee Program Business Stream Reopens
The Business Stream is an option for foreign nationals seeking the opportunity to purchase or open a business in the NWT. Applicants must make an in-person visit to the community of interest to ensure they are aware of the region and its opportunities and challenges. These visits were impossible during the height of the pandemic, causing a temporary program pause on application intake. The application process is a substantial commitment, and the exploratory visits are critical in understanding the NWT business environment.
The NTNP is the immigration program used by the Government of the Northwest Territories in cooperation with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). It is administered by the departments of Industry, Tourism and Investment, and Education, Culture and Employment.
Between 2015-2020, 17 foreign nationals have opened businesses in the Northwest Territories.
