The Owner Operator pathway is an efficient process by which foreign nationals may permanently resettle to Canada by starting or purchasing a business. The Owner Operator Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) pathway is a great option for foreign nationals who are looking to become permanent residents and settle in Canada as business owners and operators. To facilitate admission into Canada under the Owner Operator LMIA stream, a foreign national must have a controlling share (50.1%+) in an existing Canadian business or launch their own business in Canada in which they have a controlling interest. The Owner Operator LMIA pathway is most suitable for three types of individuals looking to become permanent residents of Canada.1. Foreign nationals that have an established business in their home country or in several countries and are looking to launch their business in Canada by obtaining an Owner Operator LMIA2. Foreign nationals who have the financial assets to launch a new business in Canada and be approved for an Owner Operator LMIA; and or3. Foreign nationals who have the financial assets to purchase an existing business in Canada to become the Owner Operator and be approved for an Owner Operator LMIA.The process in becoming a permanent resident of Canada through the Owner Operator LMIA pathway is summarized in an estimated possible timeline below and how CIVS can help to make it real for you and your family to immigrate to Canada. This publication is intended as a wellspring for entrepreneurs who wish to make Canada their new home through Canada's Owner Operator stream.For additional information and resources, please visit https: //civs.ca or https: //civs.ca/resourc