The Self-Employed Program seeks to bring people who will become self-employed in Canada. They must have either relevant experience in cultural activities or athletics and intend and be able to make a significant contribution to the cultural or athletic life of Canada. Cultural activities include jobs generally seen as part of Canada’s artistic and cultural fields. Examples include world-class athletes and coaches, authors and writers, creative and performing artist, musicians, painters, scultports and other visual artist, technical support and other jobs in motion pictures, creative designers and craftspeople.
Farm Ownership and Management Option:
Experience in managing a farm and the intention and ability to buy and manage a farm in Canada is also an option under the Self Employed Persons Class.