Canada is ideal for business: transparent laws, strong systems, global market access, innovation incentives, and a smooth registration process for startups and expanding companies.
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Basic setup for solo founders launching in Canada
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Private Limited Company
Name check, legal documents, registration filing
Government registration fees included
Company registration in Canada certificate delivery
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Private Limited Company
Name check, legal documents, registration filing
Government registration fees included
Company registration in Canada certificate delivery
Corporate Bank Account
Local or international bank account assistance
Know Your Customer (KYC) documentation support
Appointment scheduling and follow-up
Full setup including compliance guidance
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Private Limited Company
Name check, legal documents, registration filing
Government registration fees included
Company registration in Canada certificate delivery
Corporate Bank Account
Local or international bank account assistance
Know Your Customer (KYC) documentation support
Appointment scheduling and follow-up
Ultimate Beneficial Owner
UBO declaration form preparation
Government submission and confirmation
Ongoing updates to registry if required
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Currency:
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Official Language:
English and French
Ease of Doing Business Rank:
23rd globally (World Bank, 2020)
Average Time to Set Up a Business:
1–3 business days
Corporate Tax Rate:
15% federal + 11.5% Ontario (provincial average); lower for small businesses
VAT (Standard Rate):
5% GST federally + provincial PST or HST (varies by province)
VAT Registration Threshold:
$30,000 CAD in annual taxable revenue
Dividend Tax Rate:
15–30% depending on residency and tax treaties
Personal Income Tax Rate:
15% to 33% federally (graduated) + provincial rates
Company + Employer Contributions:
CPP (5.95%), EI (1.66%), employer-matched
Minimum Share Capital:
No minimum for corporations
Bank Account Requirements:
Mandatory for local operations
Accounting Requirements:
Annual financial statements, tax return (T2), and GST/HST filings
Audit Requirements:
Mandatory for public and large private corporations; voluntary for small companies
Business License Requirements:
Industry-dependent (e.g., food, import/export, healthcare)
Immigration Policy:
Startup Visa, Work Permits for owners, Express Entry for skilled labor
Compliance Requirements:
Annual return filing, CRA tax compliance, payroll & WSIB if hiring
Canada is a top choice for business expansion thanks to its global market access, generous R\&D tax credits, skilled workforce, flexible immigration, and fast, transparent company setup process.
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