Title: Entrepreneurial immigrants: powering innovation in Canada

Authors: Masihullah Nemat

Addresses: Symbiosis International University, Lavale, Mulshi, Pune, Maharashtra, 412115, India

Abstract: This study investigates how immigrant entrepreneurship drives invention and socio-economic progress in Canada. The research investigation aims to fill the gaps in comprehension of the accomplishments, difficulties, and lessons learned of immigrant businesses and looks at successful policy measures as well as assistance mechanisms in Canada. In the literature review, key theories, ideas, and models related to immigrant businesses and creativity are examined, including the Triple Helix model, social capital theory, and the push-pull theory of entrepreneurship. The data are analysed using thematic analysis, which leads to key insights into immigrant businesses and their ingenuity. It offers policy recommendations based on solid research. In order to make the best use of the talents of immigrant corporate executives and contribute to Canada's economic growth via innovation, the research concludes that a favourable and welcoming entrepreneurial environment must be developed.

Keywords: immigrant entrepreneurship; provincial nominee program; business incubators and accelerators; social capital theory; push-pull theory; triple helix model; business start-up; customer-centric approach; immigration policies; funding initiatives; Canada.

DOI: 10.1504/IJEV.2024.144200

International Journal of Entrepreneurial Venturing, 2024 Vol.16 No.4, pp.439 - 462

Received: 24 Dec 2023
Accepted: 12 Feb 2024
Published online: 31 Jan 2025 *

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