Two men and one woman in business suits walking and talking in a city business district in Canada

Expand your
business to
one of the most
stable economies
in the world.

Source: U.S. News & World Report

Top 6 safest banks in North America are all in Canada. SOURCE: Global Finance

At Invest in Canada, Canada’s investment promotion agency, we bring industry, community and government partners together to make it easy for you to expand your business. Make Canada your second home.

Investors are taking notice

Fortune 500 companies are both setting up shop and expanding in Canada.

A Focus on Growth from FDI

In 2021, Canada ranked 5th in the world in terms of foreign direct investment inflows, behind only the United States, China, Brazil and Australia. When business booms, opportunities abound.

Competitive costs

In Canada, companies can write off up to 100% of new machinery and equipment costs, and specified clean energy equipment.

Peace of Mind Lives Here

Feel confident with your business expansion. Based on 2023 rankings, Canada is one of the safest countries in the G7.

A friendly environment

Canada is one of the friendliest countries in the world. People are welcoming to outsiders, which is one of the reasons many expats stay forever. When you put down roots in Canada, they grow.

IT'S TIME TO MAKE CANADA YOUR SECOND HOME.

Global market access. Low costs. Abundant talent. Stability.
Canada is the best country in the G20 for global business expansion.

Your
second
home

Expand to one
of the world's
best places to
do business

For BP, Canada is one of the better places to invest in the world. It is a stable economy; it has a stable political system. It has pragmatic regulations that allow us to be both safe and efficient. It has great people … just great talent locally.

BP Murray Auchincloss, CFO

Safe banking

The top six safest banks in North America are all in Canada, and these same six banks are among the world's 50 safest banks. Canada's banking system is strong and stable, which allows for improved supply chain integration and lower risk for service providers. Your investments stay protected.

Low Corruption

On the Corruption Perceptions Index 2022, Canada ranks 2nd lowest in the G7 and 14th lowest globally. Feel confident with your investments.

Quality of life

Ranked against 80 other countries, Canada has placed 3rd overall in 'Good Quality of Life,' landing in the top 3 for three years running, scoring high in metrics such as 'political stability', 'safe environment', 'good public education' and ‘strong job market'.

Benefits of Peacefulness

Canada ranks 1st in the G7 and 5th among the 36 OECD countries in terms of overall living conditions and quality of life. Interest rates are lower and more stable in highly peaceful countries, as is the rate of inflation, while foreign direct investment is higher. Your business will be well-placed in Canada.

Superior business climate

Canada continues to be the best country in the G20 for doing business, and it's easy to see why. Are you ready to make Canada your second home?