At Ontario Business Central, we make incorporation fast, easy and
affordable. Over 350,000 business owners have entrusted us to help
them start a business. Whether you are starting a new business or
changing from an existing small business, like a Sole Proprietorship or
General Partnership to an Incorporation, we've got you covered.
We offer the best online experience to get your incorporation started
today.
Where to Incorporate?
We offer the ability to choose many different Provinces in Canada for
Incorporation. Select the Province where your business will operate.
If you're looking to operate your business in multiple Provinces, you may
want to choose the Federal Incorporation.
Key Benefits of Incorporating Your Small Business
Incorporating your business provides a separate entity from you as a
business owner.
From day one as a newly incorporated business, you will have the
incredible benefits that come with choosing to incorporate including:
Name protection for the business within the jurisdiction you
incorporate in
Personal liability protection from the debts and liabilities
associated with operating the business
Tax advantages where the corporation is taxed at a lower tax
rate than that of individuals
The best overall portal to create a great brand
The flexibility for the corporation to change as your business
grows and
Global recognition of an incorporated business.
This shows the world, you mean business!!
Where Do You Want to Incorporate?
Simply select the Province you would like to incorporate in. Our easy
online application provides you with up front pricing, available options
and takes 3 to 5 minutes to complete.
Ontario Incorporation (Same-Day Service)
Same Day Incorporation Monday Through Friday
Name Protection in Ontario
Non Residents Can Now Incorporate in Ontario Effective October 19th, 2021
Ontario Not For Profit
Non Profit or Charitable
Canadian Status Not Required
Incorporated Non Profit Business
Minimum of 3 Directors Required
Liability Protection
Ontario Professional Incorporation
(Ex: Dentists, Doctors, Lawyers... etc.)
Designated Solely For Professionals in Ontario
All Directors Must be Professionals
Draft Articles For Review
Federal Incorporation (Canada-wide Name Protection)
1-2 Business Days Except Rush Orders
Name Protection Across Canada
Registration Within Home Province Required in Addition to Incorporation
25% of Directors required to be either Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents
Federal Not For Profit
Canada NFP Canadian Status Not Required
Incorporated Non Profit
Best Name Protection
Minimum of 3 Directors
Liability Protection
Alberta Incorporation
Incorporation Timeframe Options
Name Protection in Alberta
25% of Directors required to be either Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents
British Columbia Incorporation
Incorporation Timeframe Options
No Requirement For Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident Status
Name Protection in British Columbia
Manitoba Incorporation
Incorporation Timeframe Options
Name Protection in Manitoba
25% of Directors required to be either Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents
Saskatchewan Incorporation
Incorporation Timeframe Options
Name Protection in Saskatchewan
25% of Directors required to be either Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents