Bring Your Innovation to Canada:
Fast-Track Permanent Residency
for Entrepreneurs.
As a Government of Canada Designated Organization, North Forge facilitates getting successful Start-up Visa candidates into the program.
Application process:
Application submittals
Applicants need to fill out the online application and submit phase one documents.
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Application review
North Forge will review the application and respond within two weeks
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Interview & due diligence
The North Forge SUV committee will meet with pre-approved applicants for interviews.
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Financial submission & submittals
Applicants will receive free 1-on-1 financial sessions with a certified accountant and submit phase 2 documents.
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Approval
Following payment and a signed agreement, North Forge will issue the letter of support.
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Why North Forge?
As a member of Canada’s Tech Network, we offer a faster, seamless, and reliable process giving you the ability to establish your business anywhere in Canada, with a focus on Manitoba.
Geographical centre of North America
Winnipeg is considered the geographical center of North America due to its central location on the continent, equidistant from the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans, making it a key hub for transportation and trade.
Fast processing & Applications accepted year-round
If all required documents are available, our processes are less than one month. North Forge offers unparalleled flexibility with year-round intakes, eliminating the necessity to await application batches!
Enjoy one of the largest publicly accessible Fabrication Labs in North America. The FabLab™ offers over $4M in state-of-the-art rapid prototyping equipment and has delivered more than 7,500 prototypes since its inception.
Women focused
We are proud to offer programs specifically designed for women leaders and innovators, including the Women in Innovation Lab (WiLab), which provides targeted support and resources to empower women within the startup ecosystem.
Access to NF Angel Network & EIR's
The NF Angel Network is a new group of accredited investors from Canada and the U.S. who are eager to invest in and mentor founders in the North Forge Founders Program. You’ll also have access to our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIR) and growth coaches—seasoned entrepreneurs and business leaders who provide valuable mentorship and guidance to startups within the North Forge ecosystem.
Do you Qualify for the Start-up Visa Program?
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Innovative business idea.
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Commitment to establishing your business in Canada.
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Ability to communicate in English or French.
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Support from a designated organization like North Forge.