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How to Obtain a Copy of Ontario Certificate of Incorporation

Original Publish Date: March 1, 2019 If you need a copy of your Certificate of…

How to Renew Your Business License in Ontario

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

Renew Your Ontario Master Business Licence To Keep It Active

Originally Published May 15, 2019 Many small business owners are unaware that their Business Name…

Changing Your Business Address In Ontario

Need to update your business address on your registration? We make it easy and fast to update your record…

Obtaining an Ontario Profile Report for a Corporation Has Never Been Easier!

Originally Published June 21, 2019 An Ontario Business Registry Profile Report provides the most current…

Registering a Master Business Licence

Register a Sole Proprietorship, General Partnership or Tradename with our easy online portal. It only takes 3 to 5 minutes to make a dream a reality…

LATEST POSTS

How to Get a Liquor License in Ontario

If you’re planning to open a business where alcohol is being sold or served —…

How to Register a Business While Working Full-Time (Side Hustle Series)

Any Canadian working a full-time job knows how overwhelming it can be at times. Throw…

Why Start a Side Hustle in Canada? (Side Hustle Series)

While many people work full-time, there are still those who have passions they’d like to…

Where to Order a Corporate Search for a Professional Corporation

At Ontario Business Central, we make it easy for you to quickly order a corporate…

How to Know if You Need to Charge HST as a Small Business in Canada

One of the most common questions new entrepreneurs ask is: Do I need to charge…

How to Create a Corporate Minute Book in Canada & Why It Matters

When you incorporate in Canada, one of the most important steps you’ll take after receiving…

How to File an Annual Return in Ontario

Every corporation in Ontario, whether profit or non-profit, must file an annual return each year…

Do I Need a Lawyer to Incorporate in Canada?

You don’t need a lawyer to incorporate a business in Canada — not federally, not…

How to Organize & Grow Your Side Business in Ontario Without Quitting Your Job

Starting a side business while working full-time can be exciting and rewarding — but it’s…

How to Register a Small Business in Ontario Step-by-Step

Starting a small business is an exciting journey, but for many first-time entrepreneurs, the…

What Are Directorship Documents in Canada?

If you’re setting up a merchant account with a Canadian payment processor—like Stripe, Shopify, or…

How to Get a Corporate Profile Report for Helcim in Canada

When applying for a merchant account with Helcim in Canada, businesses are often asked to…