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Holding Company Incorporation

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Incorporating a Holding Company has never been this fast and affordable. Our experienced filing agents review every order to ensure it’s done right the first time, with no hidden costs and no delays.

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Why Incorporate a Holding Company in Canada?

There are number of valid reasons why someone would want to incorporate a holding company in Canada:

Holding companies can provide tax advantages through strategies like tax deferral (where income is taxed at a lower corporate rate), income splitting (distributing income among family members in lower tax brackets), and utilizing capital gains exemptions. One of the most significant benefits of a holding company is the potential tax savings they may offer in the form of tax deferral and income splitting opportunities.

Operating companies can move funds to holding company in the form of dividends (which are tax-free assuming the two companies are associated), which later can be reinvested. This allows for efficient movement of profits within the corporate structure.

Holding companies can provide advantages such as tax efficiency, asset protection, estate planning, and diversification of investments. A holdco can help to protect assets, mitigate creditor risk and defer taxes. By separating operational risks from valuable assets, the holding company structure shields investments from potential liabilities of operating businesses.

Holding companies are used to own assets and investments, while operating companies are used to conduct the day-to-day operations of a business. This separation allows for better management and diversification of investment portfolios.

Corporate tax rates are generally lower than personal income tax rates. This enables tax deferral strategies where income can be retained in the corporation at lower rates.

Holding Company Incorporation Packages

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Kick things off by completing our easy step-by-step form. You can place your order using a credit card, PayPal, or e-transfer—whichever is most convenient.

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Once your payment is confirmed, our experienced registry agent reviews everything and files your documents with the appropriate Government office. No need to worry about red tape or delays.

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Incorporating a holding company doesn’t have to be complicated. You’ll receive your official Certificate and Articles of Incorporation right in your inbox—often in just a few business hours.

Key Points of the Holding Company Incorporation

A holding company is a corporation that owns shares or assets of other companies, but typically does not produce goods or services itself.

Here’s what you need to know:

Its main purpose is to own and control other companies (called subsidiaries).
It can hold investments, real estate, intellectual property, or shares in operating businesses.
Often used for tax planning, asset protection, and corporate structure efficiency.
An entrepreneur might create a holding company to own several real estate properties or businesses, keeping them legally and financially separate.

Whether you’re starting a holding company in Ontario, Alberta, BC, or New Brunswick, our express service means you don’t have to wait days for government processing.

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Holding Company vs. Standard Corporation

Feature	Holding Company	Standard Corporation
Main Purpose	To hold shares, assets, or investments	To operate a business and earn revenue
Business Activity	Usually no active operations	Actively sells products or services
Revenue Source	Dividends, interest, capital gain	Sales, contracts, services, etc.
Ownership	May own other corporations (subsidiaries)	Usually stands alone unless it grows into a group
Tax Strategy	Used for tax deferral, income splitting, asset protection	Pays tax on business income; fewer layering options
Risk Exposure	Low – not involved in daily operations	Higher – directly involved in business activities
Common Uses	Wealth building, estate planning, holding shares or real estate	Starting and growing an operating business
Example	Owns 100% of a rental company or operating business	A local coffee shop, marketing agency, or retailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Holding Company?

A holding company is a type of corporation created primarily to own and manage investments in other companies. It doesn’t actively run a business or sell products but holds controlling interest in subsidiaries. This structure is often used to protect assets, streamline management, and optimize tax planning by separating ownership from day-to-day operations.

Who can incorporate a Holding Company in Ontario?

Any individual or group of individuals above the age of 18, with a physical address in Ontario. It can also be incorporated by a corporation or a group of corporations.

What are the benefits of incorporating a Holding Corporation?

Asset protection – Keeps valuable assets (like property or investments) separate from operating business risks.
Tax efficiency – Can allow tax deferral or tax-free movement of dividends between companies (in some cases).
Liability separation – Limits financial and legal risk exposure across different business activities.
Estate and succession planning – Simplifies transferring ownership to family members or future shareholders.
Centralized control – Makes it easier to manage multiple businesses or investments under one umbrella.
Investment flexibility – Can hold a mix of assets: shares, real estate, intellectual property, etc.

Can I incorporate a Holding Company online?

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.

Is there a residency requirement to incorporate a Holding Company?

There is no residency requirement if you incorporate a holding company provincially. If you incorporate a Canada Federal Holding company, then 25% of directors must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

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