Foreign companies entering the Canadian market do not always need to establish a new Canadian corporation. Depending on the company’s existing structure, business objectives and planned activities in Canada, an international corporation may instead establish a Canadian presence by registering the existing foreign company to conduct business in Canada through a Canadian branch. This approach […]

Canadian Subsidiary vs Canadian Branch for Foreign Companies: Which Is Right for a Foreign Company?
Canadian Subsidiary vs Canadian Branch for Foreign Companies: Which Is Right for a Foreign Company? Canada represents an attractive expansion market for companies from the United States, Europe, Asia, Latin America, and other regions seeking access to a stable economy, sophisticated consumers, established financial institutions and a business environment closely connected to international markets. However, […]

Can a Foreign-Owned Company Operate a Business in Canada?
A foreign company can enter the Canadian market in several different ways. It may sell products or services to Canadian customers from abroad, establish a Canadian office, hire employees, maintain inventory, enter into Canadian contracts, register as a foreign corporation, or create a separate Canadian subsidiary. The right approach depends on what the company actually […]

