Sole proprietorships are registered in Manitoba by filing the Form # 1 “Registration of a Business Name and Business Filing Request” with the Manitoba companies office. 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 […]
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Sole Proprietorships are formed in Canada by filing a statement of sole proprietorship registration with the registry office of the desired jurisdiction of registration. The Registration Process Sole proprietorships are registered in Alberta by filing a Declaration of Trade Name with the Alberta registries office. Step 1: Choose a business name Although there are few […]
Cons of running a sole proprietorship
Liability If your business owes someone money, so do you. And if someone sues your business, they’re suing you personally. Other structures like corporations—act as a shield for this kind of liability. The sole prop doesn’t provide any kind of shield. Uncertain lifespan If a sole prop owner decides to go out of business, the […]
Pros of running your business in Canada as a sole proprietorship
Total ownership When you have a sole proprietorship, you’re the sole owner. While you’re liable for all the business’s debts, you’re also entitled to all its income. And when it’s time to make a business decision, you’re not legally required to check with shareholders or partners. Cheap and easy setup It costs zero dollars to […]
What is a sole proprietorship in Canada?
A sole proprietorship is an unincorporated business that is owned by one individual. It is the simplest kind of business structure. The owner of a sole proprietorship has sole responsibility for making decisions, receives all the profits, claims all losses, and does not have separate legal status from the business. If you are a sole […]
Manitoba Business Registration Frequently Asked Questions
What you need to know when registering a business name: Finding and registering a business name is one of the most important steps you will take when starting your own business. Usually, it’s the first step you take. Under Manitoba law, you must register your business name with the Companies Office, which is a public […]
Structuring & Registering Your Business in Manitoba
An important decision that needs to be made at the outset is the choice of legal structure for your business. There are numerous factors that will need to be considered to make the correct decision for your particular business. The most important consideration is that the corporate form will limit your liability for business debts […]
Manitoba Companies Office
Manitoba Companies office register information about corporations and business names. The public may search the registry to obtain information (for example, who is doing business under the trade name, where the business is located, and to get a list of officers and directors). When individuals want to incorporate or register their trade name, Manitoba Companies […]
Creating and operating a business corporation in Manitoba
Is incorporation right for you? Whether you should operate your business as a corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship or co-operative depends on your particular situation and your particular needs. Benefits of incorporating a new company in Manitoba Incorporating a new company in Manitoba, Canada offers many benefits to your company, including: […]
Retaining the Corporate Status of Your Manitoba Corporation
In order to retain the limited liability that your Manitoba corporation offers, you must follow certain corporate formalities involving decision making and the proper record keeping of your Manitoba Corporation records. In short, you’ve got to be organized. Retaining Corporate Status Manitoba Corporations and their owners must observe certain formalities to retain the corporation’s status […]
