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Alberta Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

An Alberta sole proprietorship can be registered in as little as 1 hour during business hours. As a partner of an authorized Alberta registry agent, we have direct access to both the Alberta filing system and the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing.

Rush queue available - Register in 1 hour
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add Alberta WCB account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

BC Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

A BC sole proprietorship can be registered in as little as 1-2 business days. We have streamlined processes for business registrations with direct access to both the provincial corporate filing systems and the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing and minimizing government rejections.

Rush queue available - Register in 1-2 business days
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add WorkSafeBC account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

Manitoba Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

A Manitoba sole proprietorship can be registered in as little as 4 business days. We have streamlined processes for business registrations with direct access to both the provincial corporate filing systems and the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing and minimizing government rejections.

Rush queue available - Register in 4 business days
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add Manitoba WCB account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

New Brunswick Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

A New Brunswick sole proprietorship can be registered in as little as 24 hours during business hours. We have streamlined processes for business registrations with direct access to both the provincial corporate filing systems and the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing and minimizing government rejections.

Rush queue available - Register in 24 hours
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add WorkSafeNB account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

Newfoundland does not require official registration for sole proprietorships.

For official business presence and name protection, consider incorporating. A Newfoundland corporation, whether named or numbered, can be registered in as little as 4 business days. We have streamlined processes for Newfoundland incorporations with direct access to corporate registry systems. Our legal team ensures full compliance with Newfoundland Business Corporations Act requirements.

Rush queue available - Register in 4 days
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add corporate bylaws, minutes, and WorkplaceNL account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)

If you prefer to operate as a sole proprietorship, we've prepared a business readiness package to help you launch professionally.

Can add CRA account registrations (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add domain name registration and professional business email setup
Can add Google Maps listing and logo design services
Can add corporate seal to formalize your business documents

NWT Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

A Northwest Territories (NWT) sole proprietorship application can be submitted in as little as 1 business day after receiving all signed documents. We have streamlined processes for business registrations with direct access to the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing and minimizing government rejections.

Rush queue available - Submit in 1 day
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add Alberta WSCC account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

Nova Scotia Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

A Nova Scotia sole proprietorship can be registered in as little as 4 business days. We have streamlined processes for business registrations with direct access to both the provincial corporate filing systems and the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing and minimizing government rejections.

Rush queue available - Register in 4 days
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add Nova Scotia WCB account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

Nunavut Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

A Nunavut sole proprietorship application can be submitted in as little as 1 business day after receiving all signed documents. We have streamlined processes for business registrations with direct access to the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing and minimizing government rejections.

Rush queue available - Submit in 1 day
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add WSCC account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

Ontario Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

A Ontario sole proprietorship can be registered in as little as 1 hour during business hours. We are a partner of an authorized intermediary in Ontario with direct access to the corporate filing system and the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing and minimizing government rejections.

Rush queue available - Register in 1 hour
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add Alberta WSIB account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

PEI Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

A Prince Edward Island (PEI) sole proprietorship can be registered in as little as 1 business day. We have streamlined processes for business registrations with direct access to both the provincial corporate filing systems and the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing and minimizing government rejections.

Rush queue available - Register in 1 day
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add PEI WCB account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

Quebec Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

A Quebec sole proprietorship can be registered in as little as 1 hour during business hours. We have streamlined processes for business registrations with direct access to both the provincial corporate filing systems and the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing and minimizing government rejections.

Rush queue available - Register in 1 hour
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add CNESST account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

Saskatchewan Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

A Saskatchewan sole proprietorship can be registered in as little as 2 hours during business hours. We have streamlined processes for business registrations with direct access to both the provincial corporate filing systems and the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing and minimizing government rejections.

Rush queue available - Register in 2 hours
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add Saskatchewan WCB account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

Yukon Sole Proprietorship: New Registration or Renewal

A Yukon sole proprietorship application can be submitted in as little as 1 business day after receiving all signed documents. We have streamlined processes for business registrations with direct access to the YCOR name reservation system and the Federal NUANS database. We proactively screen your proposed business name for conflicts, allowing you to assess risks before committing and minimizing government rejections.

Rush queue available - Submit in 1 day
Registration application drafted by an expert registry agent
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add Yukon WCB account, Corporate seal, and domain & business email
Can add review draft before submission, Google map listing and logo design services
Registered Address service available

Base Services & Fees

Agency Service Fee

$99

Government Fee & Other Fees

$165

Filing of Documents

Included

Digital Delivery of Documents

Included

Base Package Price

$264

Customize Your Order

Compliance Filing (New Business)

Business Number (9 Digit BN number) +$99 View

BC Company Password +$99 View

Recommended Filing

GST/HST Registration (RT 0001) +$99 View

BC PST Account +$199 View

WorkSafeBC Account set up +$199 View

Other Accounts

Payroll Registration (RP 0001) +$99 View

Import Registration (RM 0001) +$299 View

Export Registration (RM 0001) +$299 View

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Is this registration valid?

Absolutely. Our firm has unrestricted entry to the federal and provincial corporate registry name databases. We carry out name searches using NUANS Canada and register through the Government registry system. You can authenticate the document with the provincial government and the Canada Revenue Agency.

What documents I will get?

You will receive final business registration statement with business registration number (BIN). Afterwards, other services such as GST/HST account, CRA business number etc. will be emailed.

How fast can I get documents?

A sole proprietorship can be set up within a single business hour when placed in the quickest queue. Provided we have received a fully completed order, including payment and necessary information, and you have selected the speediest queue, our team will examine your order, register it through government Registry system, and send you the electronic documents via email within one business hour. The last submission time is 3:00 PM local time.

Are you a OneStop center?

Yes, we are OneStop center for business registration and corporate filing services. You have option to add other services such as CRA Business Number, HST Account, Payroll Account, Export Import Account, WSIB Account Registration, Domain Name Registration, Corporate Seal etc.

What happens after order placement?

After we received your order, our specialists review the order. We will contact you via email or phone, if any additional information is required.

Why need Business Number?

Canadian business must obtain a Business Number (MANDATORY) to have the access on Canada Revenue Agency account. Business Number is also known as RC number (RC0001). This is the unique identification of your business with CRA. A Business Number is often required to to make any business contract, setting up an payment processing account, google business account, trade name application, Amazon account, annual corporate filing etc.

What is BC Company Password?

The BC Company Password is a password for businesses incorporated in British Columbia. It lets your business access the government's "Corporate Online" services.

You need this password to do important tasks online, such as:

Filing your Annual Report
Submitting a Notice of Change (like updating your company's address or directors)

Do I need WorkSafeBC registration?

The BC equivalent is WorkSafeBC (Workers' Compensation Board of BC). Registration with WorkSafeBC is mandatory for most employers in BC within 10 days of hiring your first worker, including yourself if you're the sole worker in a dangerous industry. It provides compensation coverage for workers in case of injury or illness.

Can I get assistance over phone?

Yes, feel free to call us during our business hours. You can also initiate a live chat with us in the right bottom corner wizard.

This business is owned by:

an individual

a corporation

Individual Owner Details

First Name

Middle Name (if any)

Last Name

Address

Street Address Suite/Unit City Province Postal Code Country

Business Owned by a Corporation

A business name owned by a corporation is called a trade name. If you want to register a new trade name or renew an existing one, please click below to access the appropriate product.

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Who can be an owner?

Individuals of any age can set up a Sole Proprietorship. Nevertheless, to open a business bank account or sign legal agreements for business transactions, a certain minimum age may be necessary. At present, there are no citizenship or residency requirements to register a sole proprietorship in Ontario.

Can the owner and business have different address?

Certainly. The owner can have an address in any location, but the business registration address must be confined to the specific province where it is registered.

General Details

Requested date for registration

Future registration date

Future registration date can not be more than 30 days from current date.

DD slash MM slash YYYY

Business Activity Type

Service

Goods

Both

Business activities (be specific)

Proposed business name

This is the business name that to be registered or renewed. Because this is not a corporation, the name cannot contain the following words or their short forms:
Corporation, Corp., Incorporated, Inc., Limited, Ltd.,

2nd preferred business name

3rd preferred business name

Name Pre-approval: did you obtain from BC government?

No, submit a name request for me View

Yes, I obtained name pre-approval

Name Processing Queue

1-2 Days +$299

3-14 Days +$199

15-30 Days +$99

30+ Days +$0

Note: Your name approval document should look like this: Sample

Upload name pre-approval documents

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 8 MB.

Important: Please only upload saved files on local storage. Uploading directly from cloud storage (Google Drive, iCloud, Dropbox) will cause errors.

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Why name approval is required?

A Name pre-approval (also known as name request) is required for the use of any name (other than a person's given name) as the name of a company (proprietorship, partnership, society, cooperative or corporation). The name request is the first step in the process of registering a business name with the Province of BC.

What is business activity type?

A business can sell to its customer services or goods or both. Services examples are professional and technical services, consultancy, recreation, arts and entertainment, social assistance etc.

What activities should I write?

Write your primary and most important business activity (only one). Be specific and avoid general description to avoid delays. Make it short and straight to the point to expediate the process.

Place of Business

A business is required to have a physical registered office and records office address in British Columbia. P.O. box or virtual mailbox addresses are not acceptable. If you do not have a physical address, we offer address and mail scanning services.

Do you have an Address in BC?

Yes

Principal Place of Business

Same as Owner's Address

Street Address Suite/Unit City Province Postal Code

Address and mail scanning service

1 year address service +$799

1 year address service with mail scanning to email +$999

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What are the requirements for a business address?

The address must be a physical location within BC.
P.O. Boxes and virtual addresses are not permitted.
All official correspondence and legal documents related to the business will be sent to this address.

How can I change my address in the future?

You can update your business’s registered address at any time by paying the applicable filing fee. Many businesses initially use a home or residential address during registration and update it later once they acquire a commercial or office location.

What Is an Address Service?

The Address Service is an annual mail-handling and document-scanning solution we offer to businesses that do not have a local physical address in Ontario. This service can be renewed yearly for a similar fee. Any government or business-related mail received on your behalf will be scanned and emailed directly to you.

What is the difference between the 2 Address options?

The address service alone with provide your business with a registered address that will allow for it to comply with the registration requirements. This address is not for operations. Solely for registration purposes.The mail scanning to email service is for forwarding all email digitally to you if the address receives any government-related mail for your registered business.

Compliance Filing

An registered business MUST obtain a Business Number (9 digit BN) to have the access on CRA account. We are offering it at a discounted rate as part of this package. Purchasing it separately will be at the regular (higher) price.

BC PST Account

Yes +$199 View

No +$00

GST/HST Registration (RT 0001)

Yes +$99 View

No +$00

If you hire or plan to hire one or more Employees, you may need to register for Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) Account.

WorkSafeBC Account Set Up

Yes +$199 View

No +$00

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When do I need a BC PST account?

You are required to register for a BC PST account if your business sells or leases taxable goods, provides accommodation, or offers certain services like legal, software, or telecommunications. Small sellers in BC who have under $10,000 in gross revenue and operate without established premises are generally exempt from this requirement.

Who needs a GST/HST account?

If you sell products and services in Canada and collect GST/HST from your Customers, then GST/HST Account Number is Required. Customer's invoice or receipt must show the HST number. Unable to collect HST may cause penalty by CRA.

Do I need WorkSafeBC registration?

Optional Filing

Payroll Account (RP0001)

Yes +$99 View

No +$00

Import Account (RM0001)

Yes +$299 View

No +$00

Export Account (RM0001)

Yes +$299 View

No +$00

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What is payroll account?

If you hire Employees including yourself, then you need a Payroll Account Number. If you do not have an employee, your own salary or a family member's salary can be processed through the payroll account to take advantage of CRA 'income splitting'. Please note, this is not a payroll service, rather the initial set up of a payroll account with CRA.

What is import account?

If your business involves importing physical goods, it is required. The government uses this account to process the customs clearance.

What is export account?

If your business involves exporting physical goods, it is required. The government uses this account to process the customs clearance.

Business Supplies

Official Corporate Seal

An official corporate seal is an embossed mark that helps safeguard a business from fraud. It holds legal significance in thwarting misrepresentation of your business. Typically, corporate seals are applied to contracts, share certificates, bank papers, land titles, and more.

None

Desk seal + $89

Sample Document

Pocket seal + $79

Sample Document

Desk & Pocket seal + $125

Corporate Binder

The corporate binder (also known as minute book binder or corporate kit), is a 3 ring binder, is used to keep your business organized, legally compliant, and professional by securely storing essential records including proof of filings and minutes from meetings in one convenient place .

None

Economy (white vinyl) +$35

Sample Document

Premium (black padded) +$60

Sample Document

Executive (black faux leather) +$90

Sample Document

Shipping address for supplies

Same as business address

Street Address Suite/Unit (optional) City Province Postal Code

Domain Name and Email Address

Reserve your Canadian domain (e.g., ww.sample.ca) to secure it before someone else registers it.

None

Domain Only

Domain & Email

Domain Reservation Period

Number of Business Email Address

1 Business Email Address +$99

2 Business Email Address +$198

3 Business Email Address +$260

4 Business Email Address +$320

5 Business Email Address +$399

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What is a corporate seal?

An official corporate seal is an embossed mark that helps safeguard a business from fraud. It holds legal significance in thwarting misrepresentation of your business. It is used to provide authenticity and professionalism, and often required by specific entities like banks, land titles, landlord for office space lease etc.

What is a corporate binder?

What is domain name email?

We are an agent of global domain registration. After your business name gets approved, we can instantly reserve a domain in your company name (example: www.companyname.com)

What is a business email address?

A Business Email is the one that has your business name in it, and will be used for business communications that is based on your custom domain. (example: CustomName@companyname.com)

Pre-Registration Draft Review

Sample Document

Review draft with me before submission +$50

Submit without review +$0

List this Business on Google Map

Listing a business on Google helps by increasing its visibility in Google Search and Maps, which can attract more customers and build trust. It allows you to manage your business information, connect with customers through posts and reviews, and provide direct ways for them to do business with you, such as ordering or booking.

Yes +$99

Logo Design Service

Strengthen your registered business name and develop a brand with a unique logo. A logo for a registered business name is an essential initial step toward a successful trademark application later on. Our skilled graphic designers have received excellent feedback from many Canadian entrepreneurs.

None

Yes (1 Revision) +$99

Yes (3 Revisions) +$149

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Notes on the draft review service

The package does not include the extract of the draft version from governmental systems and sending it to our customers. Should you wish to review the draft before the final submission, this option is available. Be informed that your chosen service speed determines when the draft copy is emailed to you. If we don't receive your green signal within a designated timeframe, our representative will proceed with the final submission and subsequently deliver the relevant company establishment documents to you.

Should I list my business on google map?

How a logo can help my business?

Timeline

Documents Delivery Method

Send electronic copy in email (free)

Email electronic copy & printed copy by post +$30

Registry Queue (Business Hours)

Ready in 1 Hour +$99

Ready in 1 Day +$49

Ready in 3 Days +$29

Ready in 10+ Days +$0

Shipping and Handling

Sample Document

Xpresspost Certified: with tracking, signature required +$60

Expedited: with tracking, no signature required +$39

Regular Parcel: no tracking, no signature required +$25

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What is Registration Queue?

A sole proprietorship can be established in just one business hour if you choose the fastest queue. As long as we have your completed order, with payment and required details, our team will review your order, register it in the government Registry system, and email you the electronic documents within the hour. Please note that the final submission time is 3:00 PM local time.

Electronic vs. Printed Documents

If you select electronic documents, we will email PDF copies to the billing email address you provide. You also have the option to receive both: electronic copies by email and printed hard copies sent by mail.

Details on the shipping options

Canada Post offers the following options for shipping an item within Canada:

Xpresspost Certified: is a service for sending documents that captures the recipient's signature upon delivery of the item. This service is ideal for sending important notices as well as legal and court documents.

Expedited: is fast, cost-effective ground shipping within Canada. All items can be tracked and have on-time guarantees.

Regular Parcel: is a cost-effective ground delivery service available to customers.

Fees Summary

Base Package Price

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Additional Services

CRA Business Number (New Business)

Price:

BC Company Password

Price:

BC PST Account

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

GST/HST Registration (RT 0001)

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Payroll Registration (RP 0001)

Price:

Import Registration (RM 0001)

Price:

Export Registration (RM 0001)

Price:

WorkSafeBC Account set up

Price:

Custom date of registration

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Name Request Application Fee

Price:

Name Processing Queue

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Registry Queue (New Business)

Price: $ 25.00 CAD

Printed Copy of Registration Documents

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Official Corporate Seal

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Corporate Binder

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Domain Name Registration

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Business Email Address

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Listing this Business on Google Map

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Logo Design Service

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Address and Mail Scanning Service

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Address Service Only (no mail scanning)

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Pre-Registration Draft Review

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Shipping and Handling

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

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