🍁 Federal Incorporation

Best for: Businesses operating across multiple provinces or internationally.

Key Benefits

  • Right to use company name in all provinces & territories
  • Access to federal programs and contracts
  • More prestige and brand protection Canada-wide
  • Governed by Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA)

Requirements

  • At least 25% of directors must be Canadian residents (or 1 if fewer than 4 directors)
  • Must register in each province/territory where it does business
  • Annual returns filed with Corporations Canada

Government Fee

~CAD $200 (online) · Included in our package

🏛️ Provincial Incorporation

Best for: Businesses focused in one province or with no Canadian resident directors.

Popular Provinces

  • Ontario: ~$300 · No residency requirement (as of 2021)
  • British Columbia: ~$350 · No residency requirement
  • Alberta: ~$275 · No residency requirement
  • Quebec: ~$320 · French language requirements apply

Key Benefits

  • Simpler compliance in many provinces
  • No minimum Canadian director requirement in BC, ON, NS, AB
  • Lower ongoing annual filing costs

Government Fee

Varies $200–$400 depending on province · Included in our package

All-Inclusive: $2900

One flat fee covers federal or provincial incorporation, CIBC business account, Platinum card, and Merchant Account ID. All government fees included.

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