Doing Business in Canada?

Do you need to do business in Canada? If so, it is important to determine whether to incorporate federally or register for an extra-provincial license in a province. Here are some considerations to assist with your decision.

By: Staff Contributor

March 22, 2018

What this is: Do you need to do business in Canada? If so, it is important to determine whether to incorporate federally or register for an extra-provincial license in a province.

What this means: Here are some considerations to assist with your decision, including differences between provincial incorporation and federal incorporation.

Considering doing business in Canada? Start here.

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This video is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered, or relied upon, as legal advice.

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