Guides & Articles for Canadian Entrepreneurs
Plain-language guides on incorporation, compliance, and corporate maintenance to help you make informed decisions about your business.
Incorporation Guides
Step-by-step guides to incorporating your business federally or provincially in Canada.
Compliance & Maintenance
How to keep your corporation in good standing: annual returns, record-keeping, and more.
Jurisdiction Comparisons
Federal vs. provincial, and starting a business in Ontario: understand the differences before you choose.
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Compliance & Maintenance
How to Open a Business Bank Account in Canada
Once you incorporate, your corporation needs its own bank account. Here is why it matters, what documents you need, and how to choose an account.
Incorporation Guides
Holding Company in Canada: What It Is and How It Works
A holding company owns assets and shares of other companies rather than operating itself. Here is what that means in Canada, why people use one, and when it is worth it.
Compliance & Maintenance
Salary vs Dividends: How to Pay Yourself From Your Corporation
Once you incorporate, you decide how to take money out: salary, dividends, or a mix. Here is how each one works in Canada and what trade-offs to weigh.
Incorporation Guides
How to Incorporate Yourself: A Guide for Freelancers and Contractors
Incorporating yourself can offer liability protection and tax deferral, but there is one CRA rule that can undo the benefits. Here is what to know first.
Compliance & Maintenance
Shareholder Agreements in Canada: What They Are and Why They Matter
If a corporation has more than one owner, a shareholder agreement is the document that prevents the disputes nobody plans for. Here is what it covers and why it matters.
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