Incorporate in Canada, Federally or Provincially
Canada offers founders a stable, internationally respected jurisdiction with straightforward federal and provincial incorporation paths. Elite Filing manages your name search, registration, and tax setup so your Canadian entity is ready to trade from day one.
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LLC Formation
Federal Corporation Registration
Professional Federal Corporation Registration service tailored to help you seamlessly operate and grow your business in Canada.
Provincial Corporation Registration
Professional Provincial Corporation Registration service tailored to help you seamlessly operate and grow your business in Canada.
NUANS Name Search
Professional NUANS Name Search service tailored to help you seamlessly operate and grow your business in Canada.
GST/HST Registration
Professional GST/HST Registration service tailored to help you seamlessly operate and grow your business in Canada.
Corporate Tax Registration
Expert tax preparation, filing, and advisory services to keep your business in good standing with authorities.
Compliance Support
Comprehensive support to ensure your business meets all annual state and federal compliance requirements.
SPC FREE zone
SPC Free Zone Business License
Professional SPC Free Zone Business License service tailored to help you seamlessly operate and grow your business in Canada.
SPC Corporate Entity Setup
Professional SPC Corporate Entity Setup service tailored to help you seamlessly operate and grow your business in Canada.
SPC Remote Visa & Compliance
Comprehensive support to ensure your business meets all annual state and federal compliance requirements.
Trademark & IP
Trademark Registration
Professional trademark services to protect your intellectual property and brand identity in Canada.
IP Advisory
Professional IP Advisory service tailored to help you seamlessly operate and grow your business in Canada.
Taxation
GST/HST Registration
Professional GST/HST Registration service tailored to help you seamlessly operate and grow your business in Canada.
Corporate Tax Filing
Expert tax preparation, filing, and advisory services to keep your business in good standing with authorities.
Compliance Reporting
Comprehensive support to ensure your business meets all annual state and federal compliance requirements.
Business Address
Canada Business Address
A premium virtual business address to establish a professional presence and receive mail.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I incorporate federally or provincially?
Federal incorporation offers nationwide name protection and allows operating in any province, but requires extra-provincial registration in the province where you operate. Provincial incorporation limits operations primarily to that province.
What is a NUANS name search and do I need one?
A NUANS search checks for existing identical or similar corporate names. It is required for federal and most provincial incorporations, unless opting for a numbered company.
When do I need to register for GST/HST?
Registration is mandatory once your worldwide gross revenues from taxable sales exceed $30,000 CAD in a single calendar quarter or over four consecutive calendar quarters.
Can a non-resident own 100 percent of a Canadian corporation?
Yes, a non-resident can own 100% of the shares. However, some jurisdictions previously required resident directors, but changes in recent years have relaxed these rules in certain provinces.