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Where can I register a business name and obtain a Master Business Licence?

Ontario.ca provides access to the government’s electronic services that simplify and streamline registration, renewal and reporting processes for Ontario businesses. New entrepreneurs and existing corporations can electronically complete the most important applications to register their business at one location, including applications for Business Name Registration, Retail Sales Tax Vendor Permit, Employer Health Tax and Workplace […]

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Who must register under the Business Names Act?

The Ontario Business Names Act administered by the Central Production and Verification Services Branch applies to: sole proprietorships (one owner) carrying on business under a name other than the individual’s full name; partnerships carrying on business under a firm name other than the full names of the partners; corporations carrying on business under a name […]

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Registering your business name in Ontario

Business names are registered with the Central Production and Verification Services Branch (CPVSB) of the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services (MGCS) and are placed on the Public Record maintained by CPVSB for public disclosure. Anyone may search business name information contained on the Public Record for a fee to find the owners or principals […]

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Tax Residency for Business Entities in British Columbia

A corporation will generally be considered resident in Canada for tax purposes if either it was incorporated in or continued into Canada or its central management is situated in Canada. An applicable tax treaty will also be considered when determining residency. Tax Rates for Business Entities Income Tax. A corporation resident in Canada must pay […]

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Business Entities in British Columbia

The most common form of business vehicle used in British Columbia is the corporation. Corporations can be incorporated under the provincial Business Corporations Act. However, corporations can also be incorporated federally under the Canada Business Corporations Act. The provincial Business Corporations Act was recently updated and provide considerable flexibility over the Canada Business Corporations Act […]

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Methods of Incorporation in Ontario

Methods of incorporation in Ontario.  There are three service delivery choices available to clients who wish to incorporate a business corporation in Ontario: File Articles of Incorporation electronically File Articles of Incorporation electronically via the Internet through one of the Service Providers under contract with the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services. Register now Online […]

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How to incorporate a business corporation in Ontario

Articles of Incorporation, Form 1 under the Ontario Business Corporations Act (OBCA) must be completed and filed to incorporate a business corporation in Ontario. Methods of incorporation There are three service delivery choices available to clients who wish to incorporate a business corporation in Ontario: 1. File Articles of Incorporation electronically Online at our website. […]

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What Is the Difference Between an Incorporated Entity and a Limited Partnership?

An incorporated entity, such as a corporation, and a limited partnership are two business structures an individual can operate his business as. There are differences between the two structures, including how they are managed and taxed and how they protect owners from liability. A corporation requires more paperwork filings to open than a limited partnership. […]

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Formation of a Limited Partnership in Canada

Each Canadian provinces has its own distinct legislation governing the formation of limited partnerships. We are able to assist clients with the formation of Limited Partnerships in all relevant Canadian provinces, including in Ontario, one of the most popular jurisdictions for the registration of limited partnerships in Canada. Under the applicable legislation in each province, […]

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Incorporating a Limited Company in British Columbia

Below are the basic steps for forming (incorporating) a company in B.C. There are other steps that must be considered, such as setting up minute or records books, establishing a central securities register and issuing share certificates as well as ongoing reporting requirements such as Annual Reports, Change of Directors, address changes. Please seek legal […]

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