Incorporate By Jurisdiction

Incorporate your corporation, anywhere in Canada.

Every province and territory runs its own corporate registry, with its own filing rules, fees and turnaround times. We prepare and file your articles of incorporation directly with the correct registry — federally, or in the province where your business actually operates.

14/14
jurisdictions covered
$149
starting service fee

Why incorporate with us

§ Jurisdiction directory
14 jurisdictions

Pick where your corporation should be born.

Federal incorporation protects your name across Canada and suits businesses operating in more than one province. Provincial incorporation is typically faster and cheaper if you operate mainly from one home base. Choose your jurisdiction below, or talk to us if you’re not sure.

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Ontario Corporation

Incorporate under the Ontario Business Corporations Act — Canada’s largest provincial economy.

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Alberta Corporation

A straightforward, no-surprise registry filing for Alberta-based businesses.

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BC Corporation

Fast turnaround incorporation through the BC Corporate Registry.

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Federal Corporation

Nationwide name protection under the Canada Business Corporations Act.

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Saskatchewan Corporation

Incorporation through Information Services Corporation for prairie businesses.
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Nova Scotia Corporation

Incorporate through the Registry of Joint Stock Companies, with annual renewal required.

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Quebec Corporation

Incorporate with the Registraire des entreprises, including required French-language filings.
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New Brunswick Corporation

Bilingual incorporation for businesses serving Atlantic Canada.

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Manitoba Corporation

A budget-friendly registry for growing prairie-based businesses.

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P.E.I. Corporation

A compact, low-cost registry well suited to small Island businesses.

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Newfoundland Corporation

Incorporation through the Registry of Companies for Newfoundland and Labrador.

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N.W.T. Corporation

Incorporation through the NWT registrar for territory-based businesses.

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Yukon Corporation

Incorporate through Yukon Corporate Affairs for territory-based operations.

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Nunavut Corporation

Territorial incorporation through the Nunavut registrar of corporations.

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§ How it works

From chosen jurisdiction to registered corporation.

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Choose your jurisdiction

Federal for nationwide protection, or the province where your business is based.
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Name search & clearance

We run a NUANS or equivalent search so your corporate name is clear and reservable.

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Articles prepared & filed

Your articles of incorporation are prepared and submitted directly to the correct registry.

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Certificate delivered

Your certificate of incorporation is sent as soon as the registry issues it, usually within days.

§ Why the jurisdiction matters

Federal, provincial, or territorial — the right choice depends on where you actually do business.

01 · Name protection
Nationwide

A federal corporation’s name is protected across every province — provincial incorporation only protects it within that one jurisdiction.

02 · Cost & speed
Varies

Government fees and processing times differ by province — we file with whichever registry fits your budget and timeline.

03 · Local requirements

Handled for you

Quebec’s French-language filings, PEI’s residency rules, and other local quirks are handled by our team.

04 · Not sure which?

We'll advise you

Tell us where you operate and we’ll recommend federal vs. provincial before you file.

05 · Coverage

Every jurisdiction

Federally and in all 10 provinces and 3 territories, filed directly with the correct registry.

§ Common questions

Choosing where to incorporate, explained.

Should I incorporate federally or in my home province?

Federal incorporation protects your business name across all of Canada, which matters if you operate or plan to expand into multiple provinces. Provincial incorporation is often faster and cheaper if you operate mainly from a single province.

Yes, most provinces allow you to incorporate there even without residing in that province, though a few — like Prince Edward Island — have residency requirements for at least one director. We’ll flag this if it applies to you.

Each province and territory sets its own incorporation fees independently, and they can range from roughly $200 to over $350 depending on the jurisdiction and any name search requirements.

No. If you’re only shipping goods or occasionally transacting in another province, you typically don’t need to incorporate or register there. It’s when you have an office, staff, or a regular physical presence that extra-provincial registration is usually required.

Yes, Quebec’s Registraire des entreprises requires certain filings in French. We handle these requirements as part of your Quebec incorporation.

Most provinces approve standard incorporations within 1-3 business days once your name search clears. A few, including Nova Scotia and Quebec, can take slightly longer depending on volume and document requirements.