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Farm Stream
Summary:
The Alberta Farm Stream is designed for experienced farmers with the financial capacity and management expertise to establish a new or purchase an existing farming business in Alberta. Applicants must demonstrate sufficient farm management skills, financial resources, and a viable business plan that aligns with Alberta’s agricultural industry requirements.
Eligibility Requirements
Farm Management Skills: Applicants must provide evidence of their farm management abilities, which may include:
- Financial documentation of an existing farm business.
- Proof of education, training, and work experience in farming.
- A detailed business plan for the proposed farming enterprise in Alberta.
- Confirmation from a Canadian financial institution willing to finance the proposed farming business.
Financial Resources: Candidates must demonstrate the ability to invest a minimum of CAD $500,000 of equity into a primary production farming business in Alberta. Additionally, they must provide documents showing a minimum net worth of CAD $500,000 or evidence of access to similar funds from other sources. In some cases, applicants may be required to show the ability to invest more than the minimum amount.
Primary Production Investment: The investment must be in a primary production farming business in Alberta. Applicants are required to submit a proposed business plan with their application, which will be reviewed by Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation to ensure it aligns with the province’s farming industry requirements. Priority is given to applications that present the best opportunities for growth relevant to Alberta’s agri-food targets.
Application Process
Document Preparation: Download and complete the AAIP Farm Stream Document Checklist, which lists all required forms and supporting documents. Ensure all forms are filled out accurately and signed where necessary.
Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable application fee of $3,500 online through MyAlberta eServices. Include a copy of the payment receipt in your application package.
Submission: Mail the complete application package, including all forms and the fee payment receipt, by registered mail or courier to:
Farm Stream Alberta Advantage Immigration Program Government of Alberta Suite 940, ATB Place North Tower 10025 Jasper Avenue Edmonton, Alberta T5J 1S6 Canada
Post-Submission: After submission, you will receive an email confirming receipt of your application along with your AAIP file number. It’s important to keep your application information up to date and inform the AAIP of any changes to your contact information, employment status, or family situation.
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Nomination and Permanent Residence: If nominated, you must apply for permanent residence through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) within six months. Ensure that you meet all conditions of your nomination throughout the application process.
Program Updates: Stay informed about any updates to the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) and its streams, as eligibility requirements and application procedures are subject to change.
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