Your brand is more than just a name or logo—it’s the essence of your business. Whether you’re a startup, an established company, or a non-profit organization, safeguarding your brand is essential for long-term success.
In Canada, entrepreneurs and organizations can choose between forming for-profit and non-profit corporations, each serving distinct purposes and operating under different regulatory frameworks.
In Canada, businesses have the option to incorporate either at the federal or provincial level, each offering distinct advantages and considerations.
A federal registered charity in Canada is a non-profit organization that has been granted charitable status by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
A Federal Non-Profit in Canada is an organization incorporated under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act (NFP Act). This type of corporation operates with a primary mission to provide social, cultural, educational, or charitable benefits rather than to generate profits for its members.
A Federal Holding Company in Canada is a corporation incorporated under the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) that primarily exists to hold the outstanding stock of other companies.
A company registered or incorporated under the Canada Corporations Act is called Federal Corporation. This type of corporation operates across all provinces and territories in Canada, providing it with a national scope.
A federal co-op with share capital in Canada is a cooperative that operates under the Canada Cooperatives Act and is structured to include share capital.
An Extra-Provincial Registration for a Canadian corporation refers to the process of registering a corporation from one Canadian province or territory to operate in another province or territory.
