Ask HN: Is permanent residency required to launch an MVP and earn money from it?

I've recently moved to Canada for work (temporary work permit). I've been working on an app recently as a side project, and I'm very passionate about. I know it's extremely hard to find product market fit, but the only way to figure out if it's worth pursuing is to launch an MVP fast (I can't launch in my home country), but I'm not sure if doing so will violate my status in Canada, especially if I start earning money. I am not willing to incorporate at the moment, I just think this app could help a lot of people.

Also, I have a friend in Silicon Valley who is permanent resident (I'm not), can we launch in the US? If so, can I work on the app while living in Canada?