Working on Side Project While on TN Visa

howthe2018

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1) Is it legal to work on a project while on a TN visa during my own time, and eventually if it looks like it is gaining traction as a non-business entity, once the TN period is over and I have returned to Canada, then turn that product into a business in Canada?

2) Is it legal to start a Canadian business, work on a TN visa for a company within the US, and work on the Canadian business while in the US working for a US company?

My understanding is that the second is not legal, but I am not sure about the first scenario.
 
1. Too vague. is it a hobby?
2. No. This would require entry into US on a B1 business status, which contradicts your TN status, thus would be in violation of your TN, and would be working illegally.
 
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