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REGISTER A BUSINESS

Get answers to your general Register a Business questions with our list of helpful articles. We offer many tips, advice and know-how.

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Renewing Your Ontario Business Registration in 2025

ByLaura Harvey May 22, 2025May 15, 2025

If you’ve registered your business in Ontario as a Sole Proprietorship, General Partnership, Trade Name under a Corporation or General Partnership, or a Limited Partnership…

Grants for small businesses

Your Guide to Small Business Grants in Ontario: 2025 Edition

ByMichela Ellis May 9, 2025May 9, 2025

Originally Published: June 17, 2024 Starting or growing a small business in Ontario often requires financial support. Fortunately, there are government grants for small businesses…

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How to Start an At-Home Bakery & Food Business in Ontario

ByMatthew Vallee May 5, 2025May 5, 2025

Originally Published: September 11, 2018 Have you dreamed of turning your love for baking into a successful business? You might love making artisan bread, sharing…

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How to Renew Your Business License in Ontario

ByMatthew Vallee May 2, 2025May 2, 2025

If your registration is coming up for renewal, get this done easily online with us.

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How to Start a Business in Ontario: A 10-Step Guide

ByMatthew Vallee May 1, 2025May 1, 2025

Originally Published: Nov 5, 2018 Starting a new business is both exciting and challenging. Whether you want to start your own business full-time or are…

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Best Businesses to Start in Canada: 15 Small Business Ideas

ByMatthew Vallee April 17, 2025April 17, 2025

Starting a business is an exciting opportunity to take control of your career and achieve financial independence. Canada’s diverse economy, government support, and entrepreneurial-friendly environment…

renewing your sole proprietorship business

Renewing Your Ontario Sole Proprietorship in 2025

ByLaura Harvey April 17, 2025

Originally Published: June 28, 2019 As a Sole Proprietor in Ontario, you understand the importance of keeping your business registration active. Every five years, your…

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What to Do if You Don’t Have a Company Key in Ontario

ByLaura Harvey April 16, 2025May 16, 2025

If you’re trying to renew or amend your registered business in Ontario but can’t find your company key, you’re not alone. Many business owners have…

20 Best Business Side Hustles

20+ Profitable Side Hustle Ideas in Canada for 2025

ByMatthew Vallee February 12, 2025May 12, 2025

Originally Published: January 25, 2024 Starting a side hustle has become a popular way to boost your income, explore passions, and achieve your financial goals….

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  • INCORPORATION
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    • INCORPORATE, LIMITED LIABILITY, CORPORATION
    • Alberta Incorporation
    • B.C. Incorporation
    • Federal/Canada Incorporation
    • Federal/Canada Not For Profit Incorporation
    • Manitoba Incorporation
    • Ontario Not For Profit/Charitable
    • Ontario Incorporation
    • Ontario Professional Incorporation
    • Saskatchewan Incorporation
  • REGISTRATION
    • Alberta Registration
    • B.C. Registration
    • REGISTER A BUSINESS
    • Manitoba Registration
    • Ontario Registration
    • Saskatchewan Registration
  • COMPANY CHANGES
    • MAKING CHANGES TO INCORPORATED OR REGISTERED BUSINESSES
  • DISSOLVE & CANCEL
    • Cancel Registered Business
    • Dissolve a Corporation
  • SEARCHES
    • FINDING A BUSINESS NAME/NUANS
    • SEARCHING AN EXISTING BUSINESS
  • MORE
    • DOMAIN NAME SEARCH AND REGISTER
    • FOREIGN BUSINESSES COMING IN ONTARIO
    • NEW/NON RESIDENTS TO CANADA
    • TIPS
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