Canadian Business Registration

Register Your Canadian
Business Online in Minutes

No lawyers. No complicated forms. No hidden fees. Register a sole proprietorship or incorporate a corporation — 100% online.

Fast-track submission
Transparent pricing
Guided founder support

Trusted Registration Platform

Authorized Business Formation Platform

Incorply is an authorized Ontario Business Registry intermediary and registered NUANS member. We help entrepreneurs register businesses, incorporate companies, and complete required government filings through official Canadian systems.

Authorized Ontario Business Registry Intermediary

We prepare and submit your Ontario business registration and incorporation filings through official government systems.

Registered NUANS Member

We provide NUANS name searches and generate official NUANS reports used for business incorporation and trade name registration in Canada.

Official Government Filing Process

Business registrations and incorporation documents are prepared and submitted through official government systems.

Canada-Wide Incorporation Services

We support Ontario, British Columbia, and Federal incorporation as part of our service offerings, with additional regions coming soon.

Simple Process

How It Works

From idea to official business registration in 5 simple steps.

01

Choose your structure

Pick the business structure that fits your goals — sole proprietorship or corporation.

02

Pay online

Securely complete your payment to kickstart the registration process.

03

Fill in your details

Input your business details through our seamless, guided platform experience.

04

We file for you

Our team submits your registration to the government and follows up until an official response is received.

05

Registration complete

You are now legally ready to launch operations and grow your brand.

Frequently Asked Questions

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A sole proprietorship is owned by one individual and is generally simpler to start and manage. A corporation is a separate legal entity that may offer liability separation, additional tax planning options, and long-term flexibility depending on your business goals.

The right structure depends on your business activities, liability considerations, tax situation, growth plans, and whether you plan to add partners, investors, or employees. Many small businesses begin as sole proprietorships, while others choose incorporation for additional structure and protection.

A provincial corporation is registered within a specific province or territory. A federal corporation is registered under federal law and may offer broader name protection across Canada, but additional provincial registrations may still be required depending on where the business operates.

There is no single structure that is best for every business. The appropriate choice depends on your industry, risk level, tax planning needs, ownership plans, and long-term goals.

Registering a business name does not guarantee exclusive ownership or trademark rights. Incorporation may provide some name protection within the jurisdiction of incorporation, while trademarks provide broader intellectual property protection.

A NUANS report is a name search report used for certain incorporations and corporate name changes in Canada. It compares a proposed business name against existing corporations, business names, and trademarks.

In many provinces, a NUANS report is not mandatory for sole proprietorships or partnerships. However, a name search may still help you determine whether similar names already exist. It's important to check the specific requirements of your province or territory, as rules can vary.

Incorply is designed to simplify the business registration and incorporation process in Canada. Our guided online application walks you through the required information step-by-step for sole proprietorships, provincial corporations, and federal corporations. We also provide premium customer support to help answer general questions throughout the filing process and assist you in navigating your registration with confidence.