Physical time in Canada as new immigrant before leaving?

[ET]

Once I arrive in Canada with immigrant visa, how long must I stay--I know the general requirement within 5 years, but if i need to return to the US to settle business, how long do I need to initially remain in Canada?  I'd like to be able to close out affairs in a proper way in the US, and not do it long distance by mail.

[PMM]

Hi

Once I arrive in Canada with immigrant visa, how long must I stay--I know the general requirement within 5 years, but if i need to return to the US to settle business, how long do I need to initially remain in Canada?  I'd like to be able to close out affairs in a proper way in the US, and not do it long distance by mail.

15 minutes or so, or the time it takes to "land"

PMM

[CanImmigrate.blogspot.com]

there is no minimun but you must return within 6 months of the day you left (unles the rules have changed).

[desach]

is that true? do you have to enter canada again within 6 months?

[thaiguy]

is that true? do you have to enter canada again within 6 months?

No, not true.  As long as you meet the 2/5 years minimum in Canada, you'll continue to keep PR status.