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ARTICLE · 01 SEPTEMBER 2025

Demystifying The Designated Organizations: How To Secure A Letter Of Support From A Priority Organization For Your Start-Up Visa Application

If you're an entrepreneur eyeing Canada's Start-up Visa (SUV) program, there's one document that stands between you and your Canadian dream: the Letter of Support from a designated organization.

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If you're an entrepreneur eyeing Canada's Start-up Visa (SUV) program, there's one document that stands between you and your Canadian dream: the Letter of Support from a designated organization. But with different types of organizations—venture capital funds, angel investor groups, and business incubators—offering varied support, it's easy to get overwhelmed.

This guide breaks it all down and helps you choose the right partner to support your Canadian immigration journey.

The Landscape: Who's Who in Canada's SUV Ecosystem

Our analysis reveals key strategic insights about Canada's priority designated organizations:

  • 38 priority organizations across the country
  • 20 organizations (53%) have dedicated SUV information pages

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