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Ontario Limited Company

Ontario Limited Company

Originally posted: May 23, 2018 Limited Company is wording associated with incorporating a business and with incorporation comes limited liability where the individual owner is separate from the business and the risk of owning and operating the business. One of the biggest considerations when starting a new business is to evaluate the risk or liability…

How to Incorporate in Manitoba

How to Incorporate in Manitoba

If you have been interested in incorporating in Manitoba, Ontario Business Central offers assistance through this process. The details below provide a general overview of what is required and common questions asked when incorporating. Incorporating in Manitoba offers the availability to submit the Name Reservation and Articles of Incorporation online, however upon completion; the documentation…

Incorporation and Taxation

Incorporation and Taxation

Canada is one of the best places in the world to open a business!!!! What makes Canada such a great place to do business? Across all Provinces and Territories of Canada the corporate tax rate is one of the lowest available around the world. Whether you are a domestic or foreign entrepreneur looking at starting…

The Psychology of an Entrepreneur

The Psychology of an Entrepreneur

Last week, I had a meeting with a woman who had been an employee to a social media company we have used for many years in downtown Toronto. She and some co-workers decided to open their own social media shop. I ventured into her small, overheated office in the entertainment district where she has set…

What To Do When Your Franchise Agreement Ends

What To Do When Your Franchise Agreement Ends

Those considering starting a business often look to franchising as a possibility. Generally, franchises have an established brand and marketing plan. However, despite many benefits, you might decide this franchise isn’t right for you. Thankfully, there are ways you can step away from the franchise once your agreement has ended without doing harm to your…

You Just Registered on OBC, What’s Next?

You Just Registered on OBC, What’s Next?

By Mia Huntington, Manager, Elavon Canada Congrats on your new business and completing Ontario Business Central (OBC) registration! So, you’re probably thinking… now what? Well, as a new business owner, it’s time to get your ducks in a row. And there is no better place to start than payments. Choosing the right payments partner can…