New Brunswick Trade name A New Brunswick trade name is used when: an individual does business under a name other than their own personal name a corporation does business under a name other than its legal name A trade name is also known as a sole proprietorship. The government fee to register a new trade […]
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How much does it cost to register a business in Manitoba
Manitoba Trade name A Manitoba trade name is used when: an individual does business under a name other than their own personal name a corporation does business under a name other than its legal name A trade name is also known as a sole proprietorship. The government fee to register a new trade name in […]
How much does it cost to register a business in British Columbia
British Columbia Trade name A British Columbia trade name is used when: an individual does business under a name other than their own personal name a corporation does business under a name other than its legal name A trade name is also known as a sole proprietorship. The government fee to register a new trade […]
How much does it cost to register a business in Alberta
Alberta Trade name An Alberta trade name is used when: an individual does business under a name other than their own personal name a corporation does business under a name other than its legal name A trade name is also known as a sole proprietorship. The government fee to register a new trade name in […]
How to apply for an Alberta Business Name
Follow these steps to prepare the information you need to register an Alberta trade name or Alberta partnership and receive a registration statement. Step 1: Choose a business name Although there are few restrictions on a business name, you should choose your name carefully. business names don’t have to be unique; duplicate business names may […]
How to register, change or cancel an Alberta business name
A business name doesn’t have a legal existence in its own right. It’s simply a name used by one or more persons to represent their business to the public. That means the sole proprietor or partners are personally responsible for the debts and obligations of the business. Registering an Alberta business name doesn’t grant any […]
Learn how to incorporate your business in Alberta
An Alberta corporation is an independent legal entity that exists separate and apart from its owners (shareholders). Basically, the corporation acts as a ‘person’. As a ‘person’, a corporation can: buy, sell and own assets, including land make contracts sue be sued You don’t need to be a large business to register as a corporation. […]
Incorporate a Business or Organization in Alberta
There are several ways to set up the legal structure of your business or non-profit organization in Alberta. Alberta corporations Incorporating a corporation creates a legal ‘person’ that’s separate and distinct from its individual owners. Out-of-province corporations If your corporation was formed in another province or country, it must be registered to carry on business […]
Establishing a company in Alberta
There are many factors to consider when establishing a company in a foreign market. This information is provided as an overview. It is a good idea to seek professional advice to ensure your business needs are appropriately addressed. To establish a company to operate and conduct business within Alberta, you will need to: Choose a […]
Invest in Alberta
Alberta is one of the most attractive places to invest in Canada and North America. The province leads the Canadian average growth over the past decade in GDP, employment, exports, and investment. Alberta’s diverse economy, growing population, and positive business environment make it an attractive investment location. Here are more reasons to invest in Alberta: […]
