India and Canada have enjoyed a strong relationship for many years. It’s based on a sharing of democratic values and has resulted in many Indians moving to Canada.
In fact, it’s estimated that 4% of Canadians have Indian heritage. An impressive 1.3 million of the approximate 37 million people that live in the country. It’s one of the largest Indian communities outside of India!
Now is a great time to invest in Canada and it’s not just because of the high Indian presence in the country. The truth is, that Canada is the number one investment destination of all the countries in the G7.
This is partly due to the abundance of investment opportunities and partly a result of its status as a stable economy with impressive natural resources and an excellent relationship with its neighbor, the US; which also happens to be the largest economy in the world.
In other words, investing in Canada will give you access to the biggest markets on the planet. What better reason do you need than an almost guaranteed return on any investment. It’s also got favorable tax rules and regulations, along with an existing infrastructure to make your life easier.
There are plenty of investment opportunities in Canada, you’ll need to select the one that best suits your intentions and budget.
Buy a Commercial Property
Commercial properties are generally more expensive than residential properties. However, they are also lower risk as commercial tenants tend to have longer leases. In addition, leasing to multiple tenants means there is less risk of no income.
The property options are varied, from warehouses to retail spaces, and even residential apartment blocks. You can also purchase commercial property suitable for medical use. It’s even possible to buy land and build something yourself. Naturally, you’ll have to decide what’s the best, and most lucrative, use of your land.
The trick, when investing in Canadian commercial real estate is to choose the right location. Key areas, such as Toronto and Vancouver, have experienced high demand for office space. That makes a look at these top commercial properties for sale in Vancouver worthwhile.
It’s worth noting that Vancouver is seeing a demand for high-tech-focused office space, and Toronto is leaning more toward office space for finance companies.
In contrast, Calgary has a high vacancy rate, making it a less attractive investment opportunity.
Knowing this makes it easier to choose the right type of property in the right place.
Of course, you don’t need to purchase commercial property to rent to other businesses. You may need it to expand your base of operations. Adding Canada as one of your business markets can open a lot of doors, particularly to the lucrative US market.
Get Stocks & Shares
Indians can opt for the more traditional approach and invest in the US stock market. It’s advisable to have a professional advisor before you start investing.
You’ll need to decide how much risk you’re prepared to handle. This will dictate which types of stocks and shares you purchase. You’ll also need to decide between buying stocks and shares to collect dividends or simply to generate a profit and sell them again.
The great thing about stocks and shares is that you can play the Canadian stock market from the comfort of your own home.
Just remember, you can lose money, never invest money you’re not prepared to lose.
Private Equity Funding
Many small businesses have a huge amount of potential. However, they face major issues including finance and regulations. You only have to look at the space industry.
By offering private equity funding you can get in on the ground floor with some of the most promising companies in the world. They may be Canadian-based but, with the right backing and opportunities, they can take on the world.
Your investment can grow substantially. However, you do need to choose the businesses carefully and be prepared to wait for medium to long-term success.
Private equity funding isn’t just for startups. You can also invest in established businesses. The risk may be less, but it’s still there. Investing in established businesses means finding companies that wish to expand and helping to finance the expansion.
The right investment can help one company break the dominance of another, such as how TensorWave is challenging Nvidia.
You’ll need to decide how you recoup your investment, through dividends, selling your shares, etc.
Summing Up
That’s just a couple of the investment opportunities currently available in Canada. You don’t need to be Canadian to invest. In fact, the good relations between India and Canada mean that you’ll find investing in any Canadian business surprisingly easy.
Simply take the time to look at your options, decide how much you want to invest, and choose the best opportunity for you.
