Sole proprietorships are registered in Nova Scotia by filing the form “Application for Registration of a Business Name” with the Nova Scotia Registry of Joint Stock Companies. 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; […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Structuring & Registering Your Business in Nova Scotia
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 […]
Retaining the Corporate Status of Your Nova Scotia Corporation
In order to retain the limited liability that your Nova Scotia corporation offers, you must follow certain corporate formalities involving decision making and the proper record keeping of your Nova Scotia Corporation records. In short, you’ve got to be organized. Retaining Corporate Status Nova Scotia Corporations and their owners must observe certain formalities to retain […]
The Importance of Protecting Your Nova Scotia Corporate Status
An Nova Scotia corporation is a legal entity that is created and regulated by state laws. For legal, practical, and tax purposes, a corporation is legally separate from any of the people who own, control, manage, or operate it. If you want the advantages of having a corporation, you must follow legal requirements for running […]
Incorporating a new Company In Nova Scotia Checklist
If you are thinking of incorporating a new business in British Columbia, the following checklist may help you. Please note that not all steps will be necessary for every corporation, and there may be some steps that are necessary for your corporation that are not included. Decide to Incorporate File Articles of Incorporation Adopt Corporate […]
About Business Name Registration in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia Business Name Registration. A business name does not have a legal existence in its own right. It is 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 […]
About Incorporation in Nova Scotia
About Incorporation in Nova Scotia. Corporations are incorporated provincially in Nova Scotia, according to the provisions of the Nova Scotia Business Corporation Act with the Nova Scotia Registries Office “Nova Scotia Registries”. Company Formations Canada provides fast and easy Nova Scotia Incorporation Service and provides all the documents your new Nova Scotia corporation will need […]
