Business Registration
Incorporation, business names, NUANS, HST and staying compliant in Ontario.
Extra-Provincial Registration in Ontario: When Out-of-Province Corporations Must Register
Ontario treats foreign corporations and Canadian extra-provincial corporations differently — here is when the $330 licence applies and when it does not.
How to Dissolve (Close) a Corporation in Ontario
Winding down? To close a corporation properly you need more than to stop invoicing. Here is how to dissolve a corporation in Ontario step by step, from the shareholders resolution to your final tax filings.
The Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption for Small Business Owners (2026)
When you sell your incorporated business, the lifetime capital gains exemption can shelter roughly $1.27 million of the gain in 2026 — but only for shares that pass the QSBC tests. Here is how it works and why it is a reason to incorporate.
How to Convert a Sole Proprietorship into a Corporation in Ontario
A practical, step-by-step guide for Markham and GTA founders: how to convert a sole proprietorship to a corporation, transfer your assets tax-efficiently, and wind down the old business cleanly.
How to Renew and Look Up an Ontario Business Name
A registered Ontario business name is valid for five years and must be renewed. Here is how to run a free Ontario business name lookup and how to renew before your name expires.
Should You Incorporate Yet? A Decision Guide for Ontario Founders
A decision framework for Markham and GTA founders asking "should I incorporate yet?" The signals that mean it is time, when it is still too early, and the tax math in plain language.
Registering an Ontario Business from Outside Canada (Non-Resident Guide)
Yes — you can register an Ontario business as a non-resident, and since 2021 you no longer need a Canadian-resident director. Here is what the process actually requires from abroad.
Do I Need a Business Number and HST Account? An Ontario Guide
A business number identifies you to the CRA; an HST account is one program account on it. You must register for HST once taxable revenue passes $30,000 — here is how it all fits together.
NUANS Name Search Explained: Choosing & Clearing an Ontario Business Name
A NUANS name search Ontario report clears your proposed corporate name against existing names and trademarks. Named corporations need one; numbered ones do not. Here is how to choose and clear a name.
Starting a Business in Canada as a Newcomer: The Complete 2026 Guide
You usually do not need citizenship or PR to register a business in Ontario. This newcomer roadmap covers structure, registration, banking, a private address, credit and funding — step by step.
How Much Does It Cost to Incorporate in Ontario? (2026 Fee Breakdown)
Ontario incorporation costs $300 online and federal costs $200. Here is the full 2026 breakdown of government fees versus optional and professional costs, DIY or done-for-you.
How to Register a Business in Ontario: Step-by-Step (2026)
A plain-English, step-by-step guide to registering a business in Ontario: sole proprietorship vs. incorporation, the Ontario Business Registry, choosing a name and NUANS, your Business Number and HST.
Federal vs. Provincial Incorporation in Ontario: Which Is Right for You?
Ontario incorporation costs $300 and protects your name provincially; federal costs $200 and protects it nationally but adds a director-residency rule. Here is how to choose.
Sole Proprietorship vs. Incorporation in Ontario: Which Should You Choose?
A plain-language guide for Markham and GTA founders: how sole proprietorships and corporations differ on cost, liability, and tax — and the profit level where incorporating starts to pay off.
Staying Compliant in Ontario: Your Minute Book and Annual Return
Your minute book and your annual return are the two ongoing obligations that keep an Ontario corporation in good standing. Here is what each one is, what belongs inside, and what happens if you skip them.
Named vs. Numbered Corporation in Ontario: Which Should You Choose?
A named Ontario corporation needs a NUANS report and gives you a real brand; a numbered one skips the search and starts fastest. Both cost the same $300. Here is how to choose.
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