By CFS Canada Introduction to Nominee Directors in Canada In Canada, when establishing a corporation, there are stringent regulations regarding the composition of the board of directors, particularly the requirement for at least one director to be a resident of the province where the company is incorporated. This regulation aims to ensure that there is […]
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Simplify Your Canadian Business with CFS Canada’s Registered Agent Services
By CFS Canada Navigating the legalities of running a business in Canada can be a complex task, especially for foreign companies unfamiliar with the landscape. Establishing a registered office and ensuring proper communication with government agencies are crucial aspects of compliance. Here’s where CFS Canada’s Registered Agent Services come in – to streamline the process […]
Canadian Provinces That Welcome Non-Canadian Residents to Register a New Company and the Benefits They Offer
Canada is known for its welcoming business environment and opportunities for entrepreneurs from around the world. Non-Canadian residents who wish to start a new company in Canada can take advantage of several provinces that allow foreign individuals to register a business. In this article, we will explore the Canadian provinces that permit non-Canadian residents to […]
Forming a Canadian subsidiary
Canada Company Registration Company Formations Canada offers fast and easy company registration in Canada for non-Canadian residents and foreign companies wishing to operate and do business in Canada. Register a new company in Canada as a non-Canadian resident https://companyformations.ca/canada-corporations-non-canadian-residents/ Register a foreign company in Canada https://companyformations.ca/extra-provincial-corporations-licence-outside-canada/ Canada Registered agent services for foreign companies and non-Canadian […]
Capital markets regulatory framework and enforcement
Things to know Securities law is primarily a matter of provincial/territorial jurisdiction whereby each province/territory has enacted legislation that governs securities transactions, as well as supporting rules, instruments and policies; and established a securities commission or similar securities regulatory agency; and Canada does not currently have a national securities regulator. While there is an umbrella […]
Anti-money laundering and terrorist financing
Things to know Canada’s anti-money laundering and terrorist financing laws are primarily contained in two statutes: the Criminal Codeand the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act(PCMLTA). The Criminal Codeapplies to all individuals and businesses. Under the Criminal Code, it is an offence to knowingly deal with any property or provide or facilitate […]
Sanctions laws in Canada
Things to know Canada has a broad range of economic sanctions laws that apply to all individuals and businesses in Canada and to all Canadian citizens and Canadian businesses doing business outside Canada. These laws are included in a number of different statutes and regulations including the Criminal Code, United Nations Act, Special Economic Measures […]
Anti-corruption, bribery and enforcement
Things to know Anti-corruption and bribery in Canada is enforced principally under two federal statutes: Foreign bribery under Canadian law is governed by the Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act (“CFPOA”) which makes it an offence to: i) directly or indirectly give, offer or agree to give or offer any form of advantage or […]
Insolvency and restructuring in Canada
Things to know Canada’s insolvency and restructuring regime consists primarily of two statutes: (1) the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act(CCAA), and (2) the Bankruptcy & Insolvency Act(BIA) Both statutes provide for restructurings similar to Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code (the Code), and liquidations analogous to Chapter 7 of the Code The BIA is available […]
Lobbying in Canada
Things to know Canada has lobbyist registration requirements at the federal, provincial and, in some cases, municipal levels. Lobbying typically encompasses communications with public officials regarding the making, developing or amending of legislative proposals, regulations, policies or programs, or the awarding of government grants, contributions or other financial benefits such as government contracts. There are […]
