Self-Employed Persons Class

Self-Employed Persons Class

1. With respect to cultural activities relevant experience is defined as:
   1. two one-year periods of experience in self-employment in cultural activities,
   2. two one-year periods of experience in participation at a world class level in cultural activities, or
   3. a combination of a one-year period of experience described in clause
      (A) and a one-year period of experience described in clause (B),
    
2. With respect to athletics relevant experience is defined as:
   1. two one-year periods of experience in self-employment in athletics,
   2. two one-year periods of experience in participation at a world class level in athletics, or
   3. a combination of a one-year period of experience described in clause
      (A) and a one-year period of experience described in clause (B), and
    
3. in respect of the purchase and management of a farm (for
   applications received before March 10, 2018), two one-year periods of
   experience in the management of a farm.

A person applying under this category must demonstrate the intention and ability to
create his/her own employment in Canada through cultural activities,
athletics or the purchase and management of a farm.

The intent of the Self-Employed Persons Class is to contribute and enrich Canadian culture and sports. In other words, when a person meet the test of experience and there is a reasonable expectation that they will be self-employed, the test of significant contribution becomes relative.

If you are contemplating applying for Permanent Residence in Canada under the Self-Employed Person Class and are unsure as to whether you meet the requirements you may want to book a paid consultation with us to discuss your case.

Please note that this is general Information and should not be construed as legal advice.