Ontario Corporation

Important Notes: If you wish to add more incorporator, a dedicated agent will handle your request and follow up on all the necessary details. Please be aware that adding more than three directors involves a more complex process, which requires assistance and coordination from our team.

It’s common for entrepreneurs to register a trade name (once called a Master Business Licence) in addition to their numbered corporation. For instance, “1234567 Ontario Inc.” might operate under the name “True North Logistics” , which is the brand customers recognize, even though the numbered name remains the legal identity.

Many companies operating under a named corporation also register a separate trade name (historically known as a Master Business Licence). For example, the official corporate name “Meta Platforms, Inc.” uses the trade name “Facebook” for its popular social media platform.

Basic Articles

Ideal for businesses with a sole owner, these articles authorize the issuance of an unlimited number of common shares. They do not include:

If your corporation requires specific share structures or voting rights, consider selecting Standard Articles instead.

Newly incorporated Ontario corporations must file an Initial Return within 60 days of incorporation, as required under the Corporations Information Act. This filing provides essential company details to ServiceOntario. Our team can assist in preparing and submitting your Initial Return accurately and on time to ensure full compliance.

As a newly incorporated business, you can benefit from our in-house legal and accounting professionals if you don’t yet have your own.

Every corporation is required to file an annual corporate return (separate from a tax return) with ServiceOntario. You may choose to handle the filing yourself, or you can take advantage of our professional filing service. Our team ensures your submission is accurate, timely, and compliant with all provincial requirements.