How to Register a Trade Name in Ontario: Includes the Real Example

So, you’ve got a brilliant business idea and an even more brilliant name for it. “Dave’s Delightful Donuts” or “Tech Wizards Inc.” – whatever it is, it’s catchy, it’s memorable, and it’s yours. Well, not quite yet. Before you can slap that name on your storefront, website, or artisanal maple syrup bottles, you need to […]

Do I Need a NUANS Report in Alberta? When? And How to Get One?

If you’ve been poking around the world of business registration in Alberta, chances are you’ve stumbled across the term NUANS report and thought, “What in the world is that — a new energy drink? A video game?!” Nope, it’s none of those. A NUANS name search report is actually one of the most important steps […]

Giving a Trade Name to Your Alberta Company: Why is a Trade Name Important?

So, you’ve decided to take the plunge and start a business in Alberta. Congrats! But before you put your name in lights, print those business cards, and order a neon sign that can be seen from space, you need to sort out a little detail: what are you going to call your business? Enter the […]