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LMIA-Exempt Owner-Operator · C11 · Canada

The immigration business plan
that answers the question
officers are actually asking.

IRCC doesn’t just want to know what your business does. They want to know why Canada needs it — and why you’re the person to run it. Our writers build the case that answers both, with a significant benefit argument backed by real market research and credible financials.

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15–25 pages IRCC-aligned 2 revisions included RCIC-compatible CAD $1,500 – $2,500
What’s included

Every section written
for the officer reading it

01
Executive Summary
A concise, compelling overview of the business, the applicant’s role, and the significant benefit argument. Officers read this first — it sets the tone for every section that follows.
02
Significant Benefit Argument
The most critical section. We structure this around IRCC’s published criteria: job creation for Canadians or PRs, economic contribution, facilitation of international trade, cultural value, or rare expertise brought to Canada. Every claim is supported with evidence.
03
Business Overview & Operations Plan
What the business does, how it operates, the products or services offered, the target customer, and how the owner will direct and manage the enterprise day-to-day.
04
Market Research & Competitor Analysis
Original research into the Canadian market: industry size, growth trends, target demographics, regional demand, and competitive landscape. This validates the business’s viability and positions the applicant credibly.
05
Applicant Background & Qualifications
A narrative linking the applicant’s professional history, skills, and experience directly to their ability to operate the proposed business in Canada. IRCC needs to believe the person can actually do what they’re proposing.
06
3-Year Financial Projections
Month-by-month revenue, expense, and cash flow projections for Year 1, with annual summaries for Years 2 and 3. Assumptions are documented and defensible. Includes startup costs, capital investment, and break-even analysis.
07
Job Creation Plan
A clear, realistic hiring timeline showing which roles will be created, when, and for whom — with position descriptions and salary ranges. Where direct hiring isn’t immediate, indirect economic benefit is documented instead.
08
Appendices & Supporting Materials
Market data sources, letters of intent, lease agreements (if available), references to Canadian industry standards, and any additional documentation your RCIC identifies as required.
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Starting from
$1,500 CAD
Per plan · up to $2,500 depending on complexity
Who this is for

The right fit for
your situation

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Foreign nationals entering Canada as owner-operators
You plan to own and operate a business in Canada and need an LMIA-exempt work permit under the International Mobility Program’s C11 category.
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Entrepreneurs expanding an existing foreign business
You run a business in your home country and want to open a Canadian branch, subsidiary, or new operation under the same ownership.
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RCIC and immigration lawyer clients
Your legal professional handles the application file. Planwrit delivers the business plan component — coordinated with your RCIC to align with the full submission package.
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Non-native English speakers with strong businesses
Your business concept is solid but you need a writer who can communicate it in the language and tone Canadian immigration officers respond to.
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Applicants who have been refused or asked for more information
If IRCC has previously asked for a stronger business plan or returned a refusal, a professionally written, evidence-based plan can materially improve your next submission.
Applicants with tight deadlines
Rush timelines are available. Mention your deadline on the discovery call and we’ll confirm whether accelerated delivery is possible.
Why Planwrit for this

What makes this plan
different from a template

01
Our founder navigated this personally
Jocelyn Tismo Choo came to Canada on a C11 work permit and wrote her own immigration business plan. That firsthand experience informs every engagement — she knows what officers actually assess because she lived the process.
02
The significant benefit argument is our specialty
Most business plan writers describe the business. We argue the case. Every significant benefit section is built around IRCC’s published criteria with documented evidence — not vague language about “contributing to the Canadian economy.”
03
Real market research — not filler
We conduct independent sector and market research for every plan: industry reports, Statistics Canada data, local competitor analysis, and demand validation. Officers can verify our claims.
04
Cultural fluency built in
We specialize in working with immigrant entrepreneurs from Korea, the Philippines, India, China, and beyond. The business concept stays strong — we close the language and framing gap so it lands correctly for a Canadian adjudicator.
05
RCIC-ready workflow
We work alongside your immigration consultant or lawyer without friction. Clear timelines, Word format delivery, and open to incorporating any RCIC-specific requirements into the document structure.
06
Financials that hold up to scrutiny
Our 3-year projections are built from industry benchmarks, realistic startup timelines, and documented assumptions. Overstated numbers hurt applications — ours are defensible because they’re grounded in research.
How it works

From enquiry to
submission-ready plan

Four straightforward steps. No surprises.

01
Free assessment
Take the 10-question eligibility check. We review your situation and confirm fit before any commitment.
02
Discovery call (30 min)
We discuss your business, visa pathway, applicant background, and significant benefit strategy with your assigned writer.
03
Intake & research
You complete a detailed intake questionnaire. We conduct independent market and sector research. Writing begins only when we have the full picture.
04
Draft, revise & deliver
First draft delivered in 10–15 business days. Two revision rounds included. Final delivery in Word, ready for your RCIC or submission.
Common questions

Everything you should
know before starting

A C11 immigration business plan supports an LMIA-exempt owner-operator work permit application under Canada’s International Mobility Program. It must demonstrate that the applicant will own and operate a business in Canada that delivers significant benefit to Canadians. IRCC uses it to assess viability, the applicant’s qualifications, and the real-world impact of the business.

IRCC considers several factors: direct job creation for Canadian citizens or permanent residents; economic contribution through investment, tax revenue, or spending; facilitation of international trade or investment; provision of goods or services that benefit a Canadian community; introduction of rare or specialized expertise; and cultural or social value. A strong plan addresses multiple criteria, not just one.

You can technically self-represent, but we strongly recommend working with a Registered Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) or immigration lawyer for the full application. The C11 category requires careful documentation of the business case. Planwrit handles the business plan component while your RCIC manages the broader application.

Planwrit’s immigration business plans are typically 15–25 pages, excluding appendices. This length allows for a thorough significant benefit argument, credible market research, and a realistic financial model without padding. Shorter plans risk appearing underdeveloped; longer plans risk losing the reader. We write to hit the right depth.

Yes, though plans for pre-launch businesses require stronger narrative and research to compensate for the absence of operating history. We’ve written plans at every stage — concept, registered-but-not-operating, and actively trading. The intake questionnaire will surface what we need to build the strongest possible case regardless of stage.

If you received a refusal or a request for additional documentation, share the IRCC letter with us during the discovery call. We review the officer’s specific concerns and structure the new plan to address them directly. Refusal letters often identify exactly what was missing — and that’s valuable information we can work with.

Not sure if you qualify?

Take the free assessment and we’ll give you an honest read on your situation — including what’s strong, what needs work, and whether a Planwrit immigration business plan is the right next step.

How payment works

Simple, transparent,
no surprises.

01
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Free assessment

No payment, no obligation. We confirm your situation is a good fit first.

02
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Firm written quote

After the discovery call, you receive an exact price and timeline in writing before anything starts.

03
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50% deposit — non-refundable

Non-refundable once writing begins. Covers research, planning, and writing time committed from day one.

04
50% on final delivery

Balance due on delivery of the final document. The file is released only upon receipt of payment.

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The 50% deposit is non-refundable once work has started This applies regardless of whether you change your mind, withdraw your application, or decide not to proceed. All questions about scope and process are best raised before the deposit is paid — we are happy to answer them during the discovery call.
📄  Revision policy — what two rounds covers and what it does not
✓ Included in your revision rounds
  • Typographical errors and spelling mistakes
  • Grammar and punctuation corrections
  • Factual corrections where information was misunderstood from your intake
  • Minor additions of information provided during intake but missed
✗ Not included — quoted separately
  • Changing the business concept or strategy after delivery
  • Adding sections not in the agreed scope
  • Retargeting a different visa program or province
  • New financial figures provided after delivery
  • Changes due to circumstances that changed after work began
  • Third or further revision rounds
Additional revision rates
Minor
Isolated edits in one or two sections. No new research required.
$150 – $250 CAD
Moderate
Multiple sections revised or additional research required.
$250 – $500 CAD
Major
Substantial restructuring or changes affecting strategy or financials.
$500 – $900 CAD

Rush revisions within 48 hours carry a 25–50% surcharge. All additional revision rates are confirmed in writing before work begins — no surprise invoices.

Ready to start?

Let’s check if your business
is ready for IRCC

Five minutes. Ten questions. An honest assessment of your situation — and whether an immigration business plan from Planwrit is the right fit.

Book a 30-min call

Or email: jocelyn@planwrit.com