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Alberta Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

An Alberta corporation, whether named or numbered, can be registered in as little as 1 hour during business hours. We are a partner of an authorized registry agent in Alberta with direct access to corporate filing systems. For a named company, our registry agent can directly acquire the NUANS report without any additional steps.

Rush queue available - Register in 1 hour
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and Alberta WCB account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Address and Agent for service available

British Columbia Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

A British Columbia corporation (numbered) can be registered within 2 hours during business hours. We have streamlined processes for BC incorporations with direct access to corporate registry systems. Our legal team ensures full compliance with BC Business Corporations Act requirements.

Rush queue available - Numbered: 2 hours | Named: 1-2 days
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and WorkSafeBC account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Registered Address service available

Canada (Federal) Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

A Canadian (Federal) corporation, whether named or numbered, can be registered in as little as 4 hours during business hours. We have streamlined processes for federal incorporations with direct access to Corporations Canada filing systems. Our legal team ensures full compliance with Canada Business Corporations Act requirements.

Rush queue available - Register in 4 hours
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and WCB accounts for any jurisdiction
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Registered Address and Agent For Service available for certain jurisdictions

Manitoba Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

A Manitoba corporation (numbered) can be registered within 2 hours during business hours. We have streamlined processes for Manitoba incorporations with direct access to corporate registry systems. Our legal team ensures full compliance with Manitoba Business Corporations Act requirements.

Rush queue available - Numbered: 2 hours | Named: 4 days
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and Manitoba WCB account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Registered Address service available

Newfoundland Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

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)

New Brunswick Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

A New Brunswick corporation, whether named or numbered, can be registered in as little as 24 hours during business hours. We have streamlined processes for New Brunswick incorporations with direct access to corporate registry systems. Our legal team ensures full compliance with New Brunswick Business Corporations Act requirements.

Rush queue available - Register in 24 hours
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and WorkSafeNB account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Registered Address service available

NWT Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

A Northwest Territories (NWT) corporation application, whether named or numbered, can be submitted in as little as 1 business day after receiving all signed documents. We have streamlined processes for NWT incorporations to reduce common government delays. Our legal team ensures full compliance with NWT Business Corporations Act requirements.

Rush queue available - Submit in 1 day
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and WSCC account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)

Nova Scotia Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

A Nova Scotia corporation, whether named or numbered, can be registered in as little as 4 business days. We have streamlined processes for Nova Scotia incorporations with direct access to corporate registry systems. Our legal team ensures full compliance with Nova Scotia Business Companies Act & Corporations Registration Act requirements.

Rush queue available - Register in 4 days
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and Nova Scotia WCB account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Registered Address service available

Nunavut Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

A Nunavut corporation application, whether named or numbered, can be submitted in as little as 1 business day after receiving all signed documents. We have streamlined processes for Nunavut incorporations to reduce common government delays. Our legal team ensures full compliance with Nunavut Business Corporations Act requirements.

Ontario Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

An Ontario corporation, whether named or numbered, 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 corporate filing systems. For a named company, our registry agent can directly acquire the NUANS report without any additional steps.

Rush queue available - Register in 1 hour
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and WSIB account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Address and Agent for service available

PEI Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

A Prince Edward Island (PEI) corporation, whether named or numbered, can be registered in as little as 1 business day. We are a partner of an authorized registry agent in PEI with direct access to corporate filing systems. For a named company, our registry agent can directly acquire the NUANS report without any additional steps.

Rush queue available - Register in 1 day
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and PEI WCB account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)

Quebec Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

A Quebec corporation (numbered) can be registered within 4 hours during business hours. We have streamlined processes for Quebec incorporations with direct access to corporate registry systems. Our legal team ensures full compliance with Quebec Business Corporations Act.

Rush queue available - Numbered: 4 hours | Named: 2-3 days
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and CNESST account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Can add QST account, domain, and corporate supplie

Saskatchewan Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

A Saskatchewan corporation (numbered) can be registered in as little as 2 hours during business hours. We have streamlined processes for Saskatchewan incorporations with direct access to corporate registry systems. Our legal team ensures full compliance with Saskatchewan Business Corporations Act requirements.

Rush queue available - Numbered: 2 hours | Named: 4 hours
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and Saskatchewan WCB account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)
Registered Address service available

Yukon Standard Corporation Package: Named or Numbered

A Yukon corporation application, whether named or numbered, can be submitted in as little as 1 business day after receiving all signed documents. We have streamlined processes for Yukon incorporations to reduce common government delays. Our legal team ensures full compliance with Yukon Business Corporations Act requirements.

Rush queue available - Submit in 1 day
Articles of Incorporation drafted by legal team
Can add Corporate bylaws, minutes and Yukon WCB account
Can add CRA accounts (Business Number, GST, Payroll, Export, Import)

Base Services & Fees (all fees are one-time and non-occuring payment)

Agency Service Fee

$29

Government & Other Fees

$300

Preparation of Documents

Included

Filing of Documents

Included

Digital Delivery of Documents

Included View

Base Package Price

$329

Customize Your Order

Tax and WSIB Accounts

Payroll Registration (RP 0001) +$99 View

Import Registration (RM 0001) +$299 View

Export Registration (RM 0001) +$299 View

WSIB Account Set up +$199 View

Recommended Filing

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

Company Key + $99 View

Corporate Tax ID +$99 View

Initial Return & Official Email +$99 View

HST Registration (RT 0001) +$99 View

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What services can be added?

With an experienced in-house legal and accounting team, Incorporation Agency Canada is a trusted registered member of multiple government units. We offer a full suite of incorporation and corporate maintenance services, including:

NUANS Name Search & Approval
Custom By-laws & Articles of Incorporation
CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) Account Setup
WSIB (Workplace Safety and Insurance Board) Registration
Corporate Seal & Minute Book Binder
Annual Return Filings & Corporate Maintenance
Domain name reservation
Business Address Services
Express Registration Service
...and much more

Can I get help placing an order?

Yes! Our customer service team is available to offer general assistance (note: we do not provide legal advice).

You can reach us by phone at 647-945-8893 during business hours.

Is It a one-time fee?

Yes, incorporation is a one-time payment with no recurring monthly or annual fees from us.

Are the corporate documents legally valid?

Absolutely. The Certificate of Incorporation and Articles of Incorporation are issued by the official Ontario Corporate Registry.

Our in-house legal team drafts the articles, and you may opt for custom versions to fit your specific needs.

How will I receive the documents?

You can place an order online using a credit card or e-transfer. Once your order is reviewed and processed, we’ll register the company and deliver the documents either by email or postal mail, depending on your preference.

Why initial return and official email is important?

Filing your Initial Return is a mandatory step after incorporating your business in Ontario. It officially notifies the government about your corporation’s directors, registered office, officer’s name and designation, and official email address.

Why company key is recommended?

Your Company Key is the only way to update your profile with the government. The Company Key allows you to update owners’ information, file annual returns, and make any other business changes through the Ontario Business Registry.

Do you offer post-incorporation services?

Yes, we offer three levels of maintenance to keep your Ontario corporation compliant:

Annual Return Filing: We submit your mandatory annual corporate return to the registry to keep the business in good standing.
Phone Support: Get help with your corporate questions and updates.
Complete Maintenance: Includes Annual Return Filing, Phone Support, and processing of Notices of Change (e.g., director or address updates).

What type of company you want?

Numbered company: (e.g. 1020308405 Ontario Inc.)

Named company: (e.g. Joe Movers Ltd.)

Company Name

The company will get

Example: Joe Movers Ltd.

Example: Déménageurs Joe Ltd.

Example: Déménageurs Joe Movers Ltd.

Example: Joe Movers Ltd. / Déménageurs Joe Ltd.

Proposed Name for this Corporation?

Proposed Name In English?

Proposed Name In French?

Legal Ending

Did you obtain the Nuans report?

I didn't obtain Nuans report

I obtained Nuans report myself

Note: Your NUANS report should looks like this: Sample

Upload all relevant NUANS Reports (Eng & Fr, if applicable)

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.

Trade Name /Master Business Licence (MBL)

Trade Name Information

Adding a Trade Name is very common practice by business owners to take advantage on business sign, bank cheque, business card, brand logo, and future trademark.

Example:
“987654 Ontario Inc.” is the legal name and “Joe Movers” is the trade name.

Trade Name Information

Adding a Trade Name is very common practice by business owners to take advantage on business sign, bank cheque, business card, brand logo, and future trademark.

Example:
The legal name of walmart is "Wal-Mart Stores, Inc." whille its trade name is "Walmart".

Do you want to add a trade name?

Yes (Recommended) + $199 View

No +$0

Write the trade name you want

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What is a numbered company?

When incorporating a company, it’s assigned a corporation number. If you choose not to name your business, this number becomes its official name - for example, 1000044599 Ontario Inc.

Advantage: It skips the NUANS name search and approval process, which saves time and reduces costs.
Downside: It doesn’t provide a marketable brand name for use in advertising, signage, or brand development.

What is a Named Corporation?

A Named Corporation allows you to select a custom business name e.g., Johnson Car Wash Inc.

A Numbered Corporation does not include a custom name. Instead, a number is assigned by the government e.g., 12345678 Ontario Inc.

What Is a Valid NUANS Report?

NUANS (Newly Upgraded Automated Name Search) is a federal database utilized to verify if there are any existing business names that could potentially conflict with your intended name.

For registering a business in a province (Ontario, Alberta, New Brunswick, PEI), only the NUANS Reservation Report specific to that province is accepted. A federal NUANS report cannot be used for provincial registration.

Is there any guidelines for name?

A corporation’s name generally needs two components:

Distinctive: A unique or invented word that sets your name apart (e.g., “Mike”).
Descriptive: A common word describing your business activity (e.g., “Construction”).

Example: In "Mike Construction," “Mike” is distinctive and “Construction” is descriptive. Enter your preferred name, and we’ll help if adjustments are needed for approval.

Why need a legal ending?

By law, every corporate name must include a legal ending. The government allows six options, all of which carry the same legal meaning:

Incorporated / Inc.
Limited / Ltd.
Corporation / Corp.

Choose the one that complements your business name best.

What are the benefits of a trade name?

Registering a trade name (also known as a DBA or Operating Name) offers several benefits:

It allows you to use a shorter, more marketable name for advertising, signs, and brand development.
It can simplify the process of obtaining municipal licenses and permits.
It creates a public record of your business name, which is a foundational step toward securing a trademark.

What is a numbered company with a trade name?

The biggest advantage of a numbered company is skipping the NUANS search and approval step, making the process faster and less expensive.

However, the disadvantage is the lack of a brand name. This can be easily resolved by adding a trade name. This allows the corporation to remain "12345678 Ontario Inc." legally while doing business as "Mike's Awesome Shop."

⚠️ Important: Physical Registered Office Address Requirement

A corporation is required to have a physical registered office address in Ontario. P.O. box or virtual mail box address is not acceptable. If you do not have a physical address, we offer address and mail scanning service.

Please ensure your provided address meets these requirements to avoid filing rejection.

Do you have an Address in Ontario?

Yes

Corporation'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 corporation’s address?

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

What is the difference between the 2 Address options?

The address service alone will provide your company with a registered address that will allow for it to comply with the registration requirements. This address is not for operations; it is solely for registration purposes.

The mail scanning to email service is for forwarding all mail digitally to you if the address receives any government-related mail for your company.

What Is an Address Service?

The Address Service is an annual mail-handling and document-scanning solution we offer to corporations that do not have a local physical address in Ontario. This service can be renewed yearly for a similar fee.

Any government or corporation-related mail received on your behalf will be scanned and emailed directly to you.

How can I change my address in the future?

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

Timeline

Registry Queue (Business Hours)

Certificate of incorporation, articles of incorporation and corporate bylaws can be sent via email within the chosen timeline. Please note, the queue is based on business hours excluding holidays.

Ready in 1 Hour +$99

Ready in 1 Day +$49

Ready in 3 Days +$29

Ready in 10+ Days +$0

Documents Delivery Method

Send electronic copy in email (free)

Email electronic copy & printed copy by post +$30

Requested date for incorporation

Future incorporation date

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

DD slash MM slash YYYY

Corporation's activity type

Service

Goods

Both

Write the Main Activity

Please be specific to avoid delays.

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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.

Can I set a future incorporation date?

Yes, you can choose a future date for incorporation. However, the selected date must be no earlier than today and no more than 30 days ahead.

What is the main activity?

The main activity refers to your business’s primary line of work. Please provide one activity, described in one or two words, so we can accurately match it with the options in the government’s classification system.

Director & Incorporator

The directors are the incorporators by default. If you would like to set up differently, please contact us after order placement.

How many directors to be appointed?

1st Director

First name

Middle name (if any)

Last name

Phone Number

Residency status in Canada

Citizen

Temporary resident

None

Residential Address

Same as corporation's address

Street Address Suite/Unit City Province Postal Code

2nd Director

First name

Middle name (if any)

Last name

Residency status in Canada

Citizen

Temporary resident

None

Residential Address

Same as corporation's address

Street Address Suite/Unit City Province Postal Code

3rd Director

First name

Middle name (if any)

Last name

Residency status in Canada

Citizen

Temporary resident

None

Residential Address

Same as corporation's address

Street Address Suite/Unit City Province Postal Code

4th Director

First name

Middle name (if any)

Last name

Residency status in Canada

Citizen

Temporary resident

None

Residential Address

Same as corporation's address

Street Address Suite/Unit City Province Postal Code

5th Director

First name

Middle name (if any)

Last name

Residency status in Canada

Citizen

Temporary resident

None

Residential Address

Same as corporation's address

Street Address Suite/Unit City Province Postal Code

⚠️ Notice: Non-Resident Incorporation

One or more directors have been marked as having no residency in Canada. If you're incorporating as a non-resident, our Corporation for a Non-Resident package is built specifically for this.

Canada allows full foreign ownership of corporations, and with over 90 international tax treaties, it offers strong protections against double taxation on international income. Our package includes:

Document preparation
Extra-provincial registration
Registered Canadian office address
Support for annual compliance filings

View Non-Resident Package →

Note for Corporations with More Than 5 Directors

Please upload a document (.pdf, .doc, or .docx only) or email us the following information for each individual:

Full legal name
Complete residential address
Canadian residency status (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Non-Resident)
Position(s) held in the company (Director, Shareholder, Officer)
If Officer, specify title (e.g., CEO, President, Secretary)

Example:
John Smith, 21 Richgrove Dr, Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada, M9R 2L2 Citizen, Director & CEO

Optional: upload director document

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, 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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Impact of adding additional director(s)

Each director has equal power and control over the corporation, exercised through majority vote. The directors are the "operating mind" of the company, responsible for supervising its management and affairs.

Decision Making: Adding trusted directors can bring diverse expertise to your board.
Residency: Yukon has no Canadian residency requirement for directors; they can be residents of any country.

Can I add or remove a director later?

Yes. At least one director must be listed at the time of incorporation. You can update the director information at any time in the future through a Notice of Change with the Ontario Business Registry.

If you opt for our Complete Maintenance package (available in the next steps), director changes and mandatory filings can be handled by our team at no additional service cost.

What are the requirements to be a director?

A director is responsible for overseeing the corporation's operations and has the authority to make administrative decisions. To qualify as a director in Ontario:

Age: Must be 18 years or older.
Residency: As of 2021, Ontario has eliminated the Canadian residency requirement. Directors can be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or non-residents/foreign citizens.
Status: Must be an individual (not a corporation) and must not have a status of bankrupt.
Capacity: Must be found capable of managing property under Ontario law.

Are you incorporating on behalf of a alient?

If you are a lawyer, accountant, or service provider setting up the corporation for a client, do not enter your own name in the director or shareholder sections. These fields must reflect the actual owner(s) and directors of the corporation.

Note: We do not contact directors directly. All communication and document delivery are handled through the person listed in the billing address or the primary contact for the order.

Articles of Incorporation

A Custom Articles of Incorporation allow you to establish a distinctive legal framework for your company by incorporating specific elements beyond a typical template. This may include limitations on business operations or share transfers, and particular governance guidelines. Such flexibility allows you to customize the corporation’s structure to meet your specific requirements and providing enhanced control.

Standard Clauses (Standard provisions, restrictions, and conditions) +$0 View

Custom Clauses (Provide own provisions, restrictions and conditions) +$299 View

Custom Clauses & Provisions

Description of Classes of Shares

The classes and any maximum number of shares that the corporation is authorized to issue:

Rights, Privileges, Restrictions and Conditions

Rights, privileges, restrictions and conditions (if any) attaching to each class of shares and directors' authority with respect to any class of shares which may be issued in series. If there is only one class of shares, enter "Not Applicable"

Restrictions on Share Transfers

The issue, transfer or ownership of shares is/is not restricted and the restrictions (if any) are as follows. If none, enter "None"

Restrictions on Business or Powers

Restrictions, if any, on business the corporation may carry on or on powers the corporation may exercise. If none, enter "None"

Other provisions

Other provisions, if any. Enter other provisions, or if no other provisions enter “None”

Corporate Bylaws and Minutes

Skip Bylaws & Minutes

Include Bylaws & Minutes +$99 View

⚠️ Important: Keeping bylaws and minutes is MANDATORY according to the CBCA.

We left this section as a choice on purpose because many of our clients are lawyers who prefer to draft the bylaws on their own. Choosing not to include it indicates the following:

You will file yourself to add officers (CEO, President etc.)
You will file yourself to add shareholders (owners to this company)
You will file to define who owns what percentage of shares
You will prepare documents on corporation's borrowing powers
You will add shareholder termination clause
You will add director's rights & responsibilities
You will add shareholder's rights & responsibilities
You will make your own Central Securities Register
You will add the dispute resolution clause

If you do not wish to draft these documents yourself, please select the option to include bylaws and minutes.

Standard Bylaws & Minutes

✔ Definitions and Interpretations	✔ Adding Officers (CEO, President)	✔ Adding Shareholders
✔ Share Distribution (who owns what percentage)	✔ Director's Resolutions	✔ Central Securities Register
✔ Borrowing Powers	✔ Share Classes	✔ Share Transfer Rules

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What is standard clause in the articles?

Standard clauses are used by default in the articles of incorporation for a wide range of standard businesses and everyday operations.

May I amend the articles?

Yes. The initial Articles of Incorporation are filed with the government when the corporation is registered. After incorporation, these articles can be modified by submitting the appropriate Articles of Amendment along with the required fees.

What is company bylaws & minutes?

Corporate bylaws, alternatively known as company constitution, are the rules, rights, regulations and policies set by a corporation. The corporate bylaws, usually prepared by a corporate lawyer ensuring no rules or clause conflicts the Provincial Corporations Act or Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA). Corporate Bylaws and Minutes may also be required by certain banks to open an account

May I customize share classes?

In the next section, you will be asked to choose share classes.

Is this expense tax ceditable?

Yes, the expense is tax creditable. When you incorporate a company, the expenses are called business development expenses which are tax creditable.

Share Classes

Creating a personalized share class means creating specific types of shares, such as Class A, Class B, or preferred shares, that offer varying rights, voting capabilities, and financial interests to shareholders. By introducing these unique share classes, you can retain authority over corporate decisions, handle dividend allocations, and dictate how assets are divided in the event of liquidation of the corporation.

Basic: Common Voting Shares

Standard: Class A Common Voting & Class B Common Non Voting Shares +$49 View

Custom: Create your own share classes +299 View

Personalized Share Classes

Creating custom share classess requires careful consideration and may need specialized drafting by our specialists. You can upload OR email us your custom requirements. Our registry agent might contact you for further information.

Optional: upload share class document

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, 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.

Share Structure

Enter the initial share price

Enter price of Class A voting share

Will it issue Class B non-voting share?

Yes

Enter price of Class B non-voting share

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Street Address Suite/Unit City Province Postal Code

Number of share for 5th shareholder

Share Class of 5th Shareholder

Class A

Class B

Class A & B

Number of 'A' share for 5th shareholder

Number of 'B' share for 5th shareholder

Note for Corporations with More Than 5 Shareholders

Please upload a document (.pdf, .doc, or .docx only) or email us the following information for each individual:

Full legal name
Complete residential address
Canadian residency status (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Non-Resident)
Position(s) held in the company (Director, Shareholder, Officer)
If Officer, specify title (e.g., CEO, President, Secretary)

Example:
John Smith, 21 Richgrove Dr, Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada, M9R 2L2, Citizen, Director & CEO

Optional: upload shareholder document

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, 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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What does shareholder mean?

In simple language, the shareholders are the owners of the corporation. If a corporation has 1 shareholder, regardless of the number of shares issued, that single shareholder owns 100% of the company.

How to set up share class?

Share classes determine the rights of the owners (such as voting rights). Consider these examples:

Case 1 (Equal Rights): Both owners have rights to vote. Assign Class A to both John and Mike.
Case 2 (Limited Rights): Only John has voting rights. Assign Class A to John and Class B to Mike.

How to set up share number?

Share numbers cannot be in decimal points. Use the following logic to determine your distribution:

Case 1 (Equal Split): John, Mike, and Ali own the same percentage. Assign the exact same number to each (e.g., 100 shares each).
Case 2 (Simple Proportions): John owns 40%, Mike owns 30%, and Ali owns 30%. Assign 40 shares to John, 30 to Mike, and 30 to Ali.
Case 3 (Avoiding Decimals): John owns 51%, Mike owns 24.5%, and Ali owns 24.5%. To avoid decimals, double the proportion: Assign 102 shares to John, 49 to Mike, and 49 to Ali.

Can I change share details in future?

Yes. You can change the share price, share number, and shareholders at any time. These changes are typically documented internally in your Minute Book and updated with the government when there is a change in the Individuals with Significant Control (ISC) register.

Recommended Filing

CRA Business Number

Yes +$99 View

No +$00

Ontario Company Key

Yes +$99 View

No +$00

Corporate Tax ID

Yes +$99 View

No +$00

Initial Return & Official Email

Yes +$99 View

No +$00

HST Registration (RT 0001)

Yes +$99 View

No +$00

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Why CRA Business Number Needed?

Corporations must register with the CRA to conduct business and meet their tax obligations. The CRA Business Number (BN) is a unique 9-digit identifier assigned to each business for all interactions with the CRA. This number is used when registering for various program accounts such as corporate income tax, GST/HST, payroll, and import/export. Every corporation must obtain a CRA Business Number to operate legally and manage its tax responsibilities.

Why company key is recommended?

Your Company Key is the only way to update your profile with the government. The Company Key allows you to update owners’ information, file annual returns, and make any other business changes.

What is Corporate tax ID?

Corporations must report all income and expenses to the CRA. The Corporate Tax ID (also called RC0001 for the corporate tax account) is the identifier used for this purpose. Every corporation must obtain an RC0001 Corporate Tax Account from the CRA.

Why initial return and official email is important?

Filing your Initial Return is a mandatory step after incorporating your business in Ontario. It officially notifies the government about your corporation’s directors, registered office, officer’s name and designation, and official email address.

Enter full name of 5th officer

5th officer's designation

President

CEO

Other

Note for Corporations with More Than 5 Officers

Please upload a document (.pdf, .doc, or .docx only) or email us the following information for each individual:

Full legal name
Complete residential address
Canadian residency status (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Non-Resident)
Position(s) held in the company (Director, Shareholder, Officer)
If Officer, specify title (e.g., CEO, President, Secretary)

Example:
John Smit, 21 Richgrove Dr, Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada, Citizen, Director & CEO

Optional: upload officer document

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, 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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What is an officer's role?

The corporation's officers (President, CEO, VP, Secretary etc.) manage the business's daily operations, and in their different roles they are given legal authority to act on the corporation's behalf in almost all lawful business-related activities.

Can one individual be in multiple roles?

Most corporations, in the beginning, assign a single individual in multiple roles (director, incorporator, officer and shareholder). With the growth of the company, these roles can be re-distributed among other individuals.

What are the usual positions/designations?

Normally, the designations 'President' or 'CEO' is assigned to the primary director or the most important individual of the corporation. The next roles are VP, treasurer, secretary, administrative assistant etc.

Tax & WSIB Account Registration

Payroll Account Set Up

Yes +$99 View

No +$00

Import Account Set Up

Yes +$299 View

No +$00

Export Account Set Up

Yes +$299 View

No +$00

WSIB Account Set up

Yes +$199 View

No +$00

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Who needs a payroll account?

If you hire employees, including yourself, 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'.

Note for 2026: Under current TOSI (Tax on Split Income) rules, family members must generally be "actively engaged" in the business (working an average of 20+ hours per week) to qualify for certain income-splitting benefits. This service covers the initial setup of the account with the CRA, not ongoing payroll processing.

What is import account?

If your business involves importing physical goods for commercial use, an Import Account (RM) is required. This account identifies your business to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) for customs clearance.

As of 2026, all importers must also register through the CARM Client Portal (CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management) to manage duties and taxes.

What is export account?

If your business involves exporting physical goods to other countries, an Export Account (RM) is required. The government uses this account to process customs declarations and track the movement of goods out of Canada.

Do I need WSIB registration?

Registering with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) is required for most businesses in Ontario within 10 days of hiring their first worker (including family members and some subcontractors).

Mandatory Industries: Construction, manufacturing, trucking, and most service/retail businesses.
Exempted Industries: Some types of businesses are exempt (e.g., banks, insurance companies, private schools, and travel agencies).
Why Register? WSIB provides financial security and "no-fault" insurance, protecting you from potential lawsuits if a workplace injury occurs. Many exempt employers choose to register voluntarily for this protection.

Corporate Supplies

Choose share certificates

None

5 blank share certificates +$30

20 blank share certificates +$100

50 blank share certificates +$200

100 blank share certificates +$300 (Best Value) View

Official Corporate Seal

An official corporate seal provides a formal way to authenticate and legitimize documents, serving as a visible mark of the company's official approval and authority for transactions and agreements.

None

Desk seal + $89 View

Pocket seal + $79 View

Desk & Pocket seal + $125 View

Minute Book Binder

Companies must keep specific records, including proof of filings and minutes from meetings. The minute book binder is typically the standard used to organize these documents.

None

Economy (white vinyl) +$35 View

Premium (black padded) +$60 View

Executive (black faux leather) +$90 View

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What is share certificate?

Share certificates are legal and official proof of ownership of a corporation. Bank may ask to show it to open a bank account. Most people choose 5 share certificates to save costs; some choose 10 or 20. It includes blank certificates in case you want to add spouse, child or friend as shareholder in future.

Do I need a corporate seal?

The company seal, is a tool used to stamp or emboss your company's important documents in order to show the document is certified by, and agreed upon by, the Board of Directors of the company. Commonly used for:

employment and vendor contracts
minutes from Board of Directors meetings
leases
To be granted for bank loans or mortgages
any contracts or agreements

How supplies will be shipped?

Supplies (minute book binder, seal, share certificates) will be shipped by Canada Post to your corporation's mailing address.

Annual Services

Annual Support Services*

As a newly incorporated business, if you do not have your own lawyer and accountant, you may take advantage of our legal team and accountants.

None

Phone Support (Recommended) +$99

Complete Maintenance +$299

Filing Annual Return

Every corporation must file annual corporate return (not tax return) with Service Ontario. You have option to file it yourself or obtain this service with us.

Not Included

File Annual Return for me +$199

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 Corporate Support?

Yes, we offer 3 types of post-incorporation and maintenance service:

Annual Return: At the end of the year, we will file annual corporate return for you.

Phone Support:

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Complete Maintenance: Annual Return + Phone Support + Notice of Changes Click Here for more details.

Why do I need Annual Return?

The Annual Return of Corporation must be filed for every Canadian corporation every year to keep the corporation active. This is filling to keep the corporation’s records up to date.

What is domain name?

We recommended to reserve a domain name in your business name. If your domain name is taken by any domain reserving company or a competitor, it could be difficult to establish your brand and continue the business without a proper website. (example: www.yourbusinessname.ca)

What is Business Email address?

A Business Email Address 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

Shipping and Handling

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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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.

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.

Should I list my business on google map?

How a logo can help my business?

Strengthen your registered business 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.

Price Summary

Base Package Price

Price: $ 465.00 CAD

Additional Services

CRA Business Number

Price:

Company Key

Price:

Corporate Tax ID

Price:

Initial Return & Official Email

Price:

HST Account

Price:

Payroll Account

Price:

Import Account

Price:

Export Account

Price:

WSIB Account Set up

Price:

Obtaining Nuans Report

Price: $ 25.00 CAD

Obtaining Nuans Reports (Eng & Fr)

Price: $ 25.00 CAD

Trade Name Registration

Price: $ 465.00 CAD

Address Service Only (no mail scanning)

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Address & Mail Scanning Service

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Registry Queue

Price: $ 39.00 CAD

Printed Copy of Corporation Documents

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Custom date for incorporation

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Adding more than 2 directors

Price: $ 25.00 CAD

Custom Articles of Incorporation

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Corporate Bylaws and Minutes

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Standard/Custom Share Classes

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Adding more than 2 Shareholders

Price: $ 25.00 CAD

Adding more than 2 Officers

Price: $ 25.00 CAD

Share Certificates

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Official Corporate Seal

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Minute Book Binder

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Annual Support Services

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Filing Annual Return

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

Pre-Registration Draft Review

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Shipping & Handling Fees

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Grand Total

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Ontario Standard Corporation Package quantity