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Here are the key differences between a Standard BC Corporation and a BC Professional Corporation:
Standard Corporation |
Professional Corporation |
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|---|---|---|
Who Can Incorporate |
Anyone (individuals or groups) can incorporate | Only licensed professionals (e.g., doctors, dentists, lawyers, accountants, etc.) registered with a regulatory body in British Columbia. |
Business Activities |
Can engage in any lawful business activities. | Can only provide services related to the specific profession of the shareholders. |
Name Requirements |
Can use a business name or be numbered (e.g., 1234567 B.C. Ltd.). | Must include the professional’s surname, professional designation, and "Inc." or "Corporation" — subject to regulatory approval. |
Ownership Rules |
Shares can be held by anyone (individuals or corporations). | Voting shares must be owned by licensed professionals in that field. Some professions allow non-voting shares for family members (varies by regulator). |
Regulatory Oversight |
Governed only by the BC Business Corporations Act. | Must comply with both the BC Business Corporations Act and the rules of the relevant professional body (e.g., College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC). |
A BC Professional Corporation is a special type of corporation that allows licensed professionals—like doctors, lawyers, or accountants—to provide their services through a corporate structure, while still being regulated by their professional body. It offers tax advantages and limited liability, but must meet strict naming, ownership, and regulatory requirements.
– Reduce corporate tax rates applicable to active business income
– Liability protection for corporate obligations (other than professional malpractice)
– Income Deferral and Investment Opportunities
– Professional image and consistency
Yes, you can incorporate online by completing a simple form on Canada Incorporation Agency website, it will take around 15 minutes. After completing the payment, we will send you a confirmation email, and our agent will contact you to confirm all the order details. We will incorporate your company and email the Certificate and Articles of incorporation to you.
It’s not required, but it’s a good idea. Canada Incorporation Agency has a team of professional lawyers and filing agents that can help you out with the paperwork for your Professional Corporation. Bylaws, governance, and CRA compliance can get complicated.
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