An Official Intermediary for the Province of Ontario

Provincial Corporation

Ontario Corporation
Filing fee only $29 + Govt. fee ($300). No electronic filing or hidden fees.

Professional Corporation
For regulated professions: engineers, lawyers, doctors, etc.

Ontario PREC
Is a separate legal corporation created by real estate professional.

Ontario Holding Company
Is a business entity that holds the controlling stock in other companies, which are called subsidiaries

Ontario Non-Profit
For charity or non-charity intended.

Ontario Registered Charity
Registered charities are tax-exempt and can issue donation receipts for tax deductions.

Ontario Co-op with share capital
Is a business model where individuals come together to meet common needs, share ownership, and democratically control the organization

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Federal Incorporation

Federal Corporation
25% of the directors must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents

Federal Holding Company
Is a business entity that holds the controlling stock in other companies, which are called subsidiaries.

Federal Non-Profit
Is dedicated to purposes other than pursuing a profit.

Federal Registered Charity
Enjoys unique tax privileges, including exemption from income tax.

Federal Co-op with share capital
Is a business model where individuals come together to meet common needs, share ownership, and democratically control the organization.

Extra Provincial Registration
Is the process by which a corporation incorporated in one Canadian province or territory seeks permission to conduct business activities in another province or territory.

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Business Name Registry

Ontario Sole Proprietorship
Is an unincorporated business that is owned by one individual.

Ontario Trade Name
Is an unincorporated business owned by an individual or a corporation.

Ontario General Partnership
Is an unincorporated business that is owned by 2 or more individuals or corporations.

Ontario Limited Partnership
Is an unincorporated business that is owned by 2 or more individuals or corporations

Ontario Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
Is a business structure that provides limited liability protection to its partners.

Master Business License
Allows individuals or companies to operate a business under a name other than their legal name.

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Corporate Name

Instant Nuans Report
Offers information on existing businesses with similar names

Agent Assisted NUANS Report
Provides expert guidance and detailed analysis of existing businesses with similar names to help ensure your proposed name is unique and compliant.

Business Name Pre-search
A preliminary name search serves as a pre-check for a proposed company name, business name, or sole proprietorship name.

Federal Name Request
It is a process of proposing a name for a federal corporation during incorporation, amalgamation, or importing (continuance).

Federal Name Appeal
A process where an existing federal corporation requests a reconsideration of a rejected business name.

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Corporation Changes

Corp. Name Change
A process of altering the legal name of an existing corporation.

Director Change
This ensures that the corporation’s records remain accurate and compliant with Ontario regulations.

Shareholder Change
To update shareholder information, corporations must record the changes in their internal records and update their shareholder register.

Officer Update
This filing ensures that the official records accurately reflect the current officers of your corporation.

Corp Address Change
Keeping your corporate records up to date ensures compliance with provincial regulations and allows for proper communication with government agencies.

Other Changes
Ensure all changes comply with provincial regulations to maintain your corporation's good standing.

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Corporate Filing

Initial Return
It sets out essential information about the corporation and its directors.

Annual Return
Provides updated information about the company, such as its directors, shareholders, office addresses, and financial data.

Continuance of a Corporation
Process by which a corporation changes its governing legislation from one jurisdiction to another.

Dissolve a Business
When a corporation is no longer in business and puts an end date to its activity, it should file an article of dissolution.

Amalgamation
A process by which two or more corporations (the amalgamating corporations) combine to form one amalgamated corporation.

Articles of Amendment
Legal documents that record changes made to a corporation’s articles of incorporation.

Revive a Corporation
A revived corporation is restored as if it had not been dissolved.

CRA Accounts Set Up
To operate your business in Canada setting up the CRA accounts is required

WSIB Account Set Up
This ensures workplace injury coverage and compliance with Ontario’s workplace safety regulations
Corporate Searches

Company Key
It is essential for conducting all filings, such as annual returns, updating corporate details, and acquiring specific certificates and reports.

Certificate of Status
It is used to prove that the company is incorporated and authorized to transact business in certain jurisdiction.

Corp Profile Records
A Corporation Profile in Canada refers to a set of official records that provide comprehensive information about a registered corporation.

Certificate & Article
Provides official proof of a corporation’s registration and compliance in Ontario. These documents are often required for legal, financial, or business transactions.

Duplicate Docs
If you need a duplicate copy of your corporation’s documents, such as Articles of Incorporation or a Certificate of Status, you can request a certified copy.

Land Title Search
Involves reviewing public records related to a property to determine its ownership history

Bankruptcy Search
This search can provide important financial information, which may be relevant for business transactions or credit assessments.

VIN Search
This search is useful for buyers, sellers, or businesses needing to confirm the status of a vehicle before making transactions.

PPSA Search
This search is crucial for ensuring that a business or individual has clear ownership before proceeding with a sale or financing.
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Canada Trademark Application

U.S.A Trademark Application

Trademark Reports

Copyright Registration

Minute Book Kit

Corporate Seal

Share Certificates

Attorney or Agent Service

Address Service

Post-Incorporation Support

Domain Name Reservation

Customer Service Email Set up

Business Logo

Offshore Company

Shelf Corporations

Accounting Service

Paralegal

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Provincial Corporation

Ontario Corporation
Filing fee only $99 + Govt. fee ($300). No electronic filing or hidden fees.

Professional Corporation
For regulated professions: engineers, lawyers, doctors, etc.

Ontario PREC
Is a separate legal corporation created by real estate professional.

Ontario Holding Company
Is a business entity that holds the controlling stock in other companies, which are called subsidiaries

Ontario Non-Profit
For charity or non-charity intended.

Ontario Registered Charity
Registered charities are tax-exempt and can issue donation receipts for tax deductions.

Ontario Co-op with share capital
Is a business model where individuals come together to meet common needs, share ownership, and democratically control the organization

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Embark on Your Entrepreneurial Journey: Discover Opportunities and Achieve Success in Ontario.
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