An Official Intermediary of the Federal and Provincial Government

INCORPORATE IN Northwest Territories TODAY

incorporate a company in Northwest Territories

1-Hour Service Available

Only $99 + Government Fee

Weโ€™re an official intermediary for the Province of Northwest Territories.

Fast. Simple. Transparent. No Hidden Fees.

Northwest Territories Incorporation Packages

Northwest Territories Incorporation

Northwest Territories Not-for-Profit Incorporation

Northwest Territories Holding Company

Professional Corporation (Northwest Territories)

General Information Required to

Register a Corporation in NWT

Standard Corporation

Corporation Type:

  • Named Corporation requires a proposed name to be registered. Legal suffixes allowed for limited corporations are :Limited, Ltd, Incorporated, Inc., Corporation, Corp.
  • Numbered Corporation’s legal suffix can be โ€œInc., Ltd. or Corp.โ€ after the number issued by Govt.

Director Information:

  • Directorโ€™s name and physical address is required. Addresses can be from anywhere in the world.
  • No residency requirement for the director.
  • Minimum 1 director is required.

Address Requirements:

  • Registered Address must be a physical address in Northwest Territories..
  • Mailing Address can be a PO Box address within the province.

Annual Compliance:

Annual returns for every corporation must be filed with the registry every year to keep the company in good standing.

Name Approval:

  • A name approval is required before registering the corporation.
  • A distinctive and descriptive word is required to fulfill the name requirement.
  • Legal suffix is mandatory at the end of the name.
    Proposed names may be in English, French, or both.
  • Names must not be misleading or imply government affiliation.
  • Use of certain words like โ€œBank,โ€ โ€œTrust,โ€ โ€œInsurance,โ€ โ€œCo-operative,โ€ or professional designations (e.g., โ€œEngineer,โ€ โ€œLawyerโ€) requires special permission or regulatory approval.

Business Activity:

The activities or nature of the business is required in a few words.(Ex: Clothing Store)

Incorporation Date:

Future date for Incorporation is allowed for registration.

Need To Know

Key Requirements of Newfoundland Incorporation

Secure Your Business Name

Registered Office Address in
Northwest Territories

One of the mandatory requirements to incorporate a company in the Northwest Territories is to provide a registered office address within the province of the Northwest Territories.This address is where legal notices and official documents will be sent. It must be a physical address ( just a P.O. Box is not allowed).

ย In case you donโ€™t have a physical address in the Northwest Territories, Canada Incorporation Agency can provide you with a registered office address and the mail scanning service. We will ensure you receive important legal and corporate documents on time. Canada Incorporation Agency will help to keep your corporation in compliance with the Northwest Territories Corporations Act

Start Your Incorporation Now

Just 3 Simple Steps

Fill out the online formโ€‹

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

We handle the filing

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

Receive your incorporation documents

Incorporating a business in Northwest Territories doesnโ€™t have to be complicated. Youโ€™ll receive your official Certificate and Articles of Incorporation right in your inboxโ€”often in just a few business hours.

What Our Clients Are Saying

Get your Name Approval fast in Northwest Territories! We will help to choose the best name for your company

Frequently Asked Questions

Incorporating in Northwest Territories starts with choosing your business name and structure. Youโ€™ll need to prepare Articles of Incorporation and, for named companies, order aย NUANS report. From there, you can file everything online or through a registered filing service for quicker processing.

Youโ€™ll need a completed set of Articles of Incorporation, a business address in Northwest Territories, and basic details about your directors and shareholders. If you’re not using a numbered name, a NUANS name search report is also required.

The government charges a $300 fee for incorporation. If you’re using a service provider, expect additional costs for things like the NUANS report, filing support, or legal document preparation. Most packages range from $99 to $500+ depending on whatโ€™s included.

Online filings can be processed within 1 to 2 business hours during standard office hours. Paper submissions or more complex filings may take a few business days

In most cases, incorporating a business in Northwest Territories online is fast. Youโ€™ll usually receive your official documents within a few hours. If you go the manual route, expect it to take longerโ€”anywhere from 2 to 5 business days.

Yes. Incorporating a business in Northwest Territories online is the preferred method for most entrepreneurs. Itโ€™s efficient, paperless, and often includes real-time support and automated error checks to speed things up.

Incorporation gives your business its own legal identity and protects your personal assets. A sole proprietorship is easier to start but doesnโ€™t separate your personal and business responsibilities. For long-term growth, many entrepreneurs choose to incorporate in Northwest Territories.

No, Northwest Territories removed director residency requirements. That means you donโ€™t need to live in Northwest Territories to incorporate hereโ€”but your business must have a registered office address in the province.

Beyond the government filing fee, budget around $100 to $500 if you want expert help with your NUANS report, incorporation documents, and name approval. This range depends on whether you choose basic filing help or a full-service incorporation package.

Yes. Numbered companies skip the NUANS search and get a number-based name from the government (e.g., 1234567 Northwest Territories Inc.). Named companies must submit a NUANS report and have their business name approved before incorporation.

Latest News & Blog Posts

Yes, we offer 3 types of post-incorporation and maintenance service:
  • Service Ontario Annual Return: At the end of the year, we will file an annual corporate return withย Service Ontario
  • Guidelines & Consultations:
  • Complete Maintenance: Consultations + Filing with Government + Corporate Supports:
    • corporate address change (max 3 times),
    • director’s change (max 3 times),
    • shareholder change (max 3 times),
    • officer change (max 3 times).
    • annual return
    • consultation with corporate lawyer (max 2 times),
    • consultation with accountant (max 2 times),
    • consultation on corporate legal contracts: partnership agreements, shareholder agreements etc.
    • free logo design serviceย (3 choices)
    • free business cards
    • assistance on listing your business on google map
2 in 1 Seal Sample
Executive Minute Book Binder Sample
Custom Clauses set out my own text drafted by our lawyer Sample
Standard Clauses on provisions, restrictions, conditions and share transfer Sample
Standard Clauses on provisions, restrictions, conditions and share transfer Sample
Pre-submission Draft and Review Sample
Pocket Seal Sample
Desk Seal Sample
Minute Book Premium Sample
Minute Book Binder White Vinyl
Personalized Share Classes Sample
Custom Share Classes Sample
Standard Share classes Sample
WSIB Account Sample
Import Registration Sample
Export Registration Sample
Payroll Registration Sample
HST Registration Sample
Register GST/HST Account
Initial Return Sample
Company Key Sample
Corporate Income Tax account Sample
Business Number Sample