Corporation & Business Registration
Your Partner in Business Growth — Start Strong with Can4 Tax & Accounting
Starting a business is an exciting milestone — and you don't have to do it alone.
At Can4 Tax & Accounting, we provide end-to-end business registration and compliance support to help you launch the right way.
Whether you're a first-time entrepreneur, professional, investor, or expanding your business, we help you choose the right structure, stay CRA-compliant, and build a strong foundation for long-term success.
Choose the Right Business Structure
Selecting the right legal structure is critical for liability protection, tax efficiency, and future growth. We guide you through every option and register the structure that best suits your goals.
Sole Proprietorship
- Simple and cost-effective setup
- Owned and operated by one individual
- Income taxed as personal income
Partnerships
- General Partnership – Shared ownership and responsibility
- Limited Partnership – Limited liability for passive partners
Corporations
- Separate legal entity
- Limited liability protection
- Tax advantages and small business tax rate eligibility
- Increased credibility and financing opportunities
Non-Profit Organizations
- Designed for charitable or community purposes
- May qualify for federal or provincial tax exemptions
Professional Corporations & Co-operatives
- Professional corporations for licensed professionals (doctors, lawyers, accountants, etc.)
- Member-owned co-operatives focused on shared benefits
Types of Business Structures We Register
Corporations
- Ontario Corporations (Ontario Business Registry)
- Federal Corporations (Corporations Canada)
- Provincial Corporations (BC, Alberta, and other provinces)
- Extra-Provincial Corporations
- Professional Corporations
- Holding Companies
- Co-operatives
Specialized Corporations
- Benefit Companies (social or environmental focus)
- Real Estate Corporations
Non-Profits
- Federal Non-Profit / Charity
- Provincial Non-Profits (Ontario, BC, Quebec, and more)
Sole Proprietorships & Partnerships
- Sole Proprietorships
- General & Limited Partnerships
Understanding Business Taxes in Ontario
| Business Structure | Tax Treatment |
|---|---|
| Sole Proprietorship | Taxed personally at individual tax rates |
| Partnership | Profits shared and taxed on partners' returns |
| Corporation | Separate legal entity; eligible for Small Business Tax Rate (~12.2% on first $500,000) |
| Non-Profit / Co-op | May qualify for tax exemptions depending on structure and activities |
Post-Registration Services
Once your business is registered, we take care of the essential next steps so you can operate smoothly:
Business Number (BN) registration
Corporate Income Tax Account setup
Mandatory Initial Return filing
WSIB registration for Ontario employers
CRA Account Registrations:
- HST/GST (required if revenue exceeds $30,000/year)
- Payroll account (for employers)
- Import / Export account
Corporate Changes & Ongoing Compliance
We support your business beyond registration with full corporate maintenance services:
Dissolution, Revival & Corporate Cleanup
If your corporation is inactive, dissolved, or non-compliant, we can help:
Voluntary dissolution of corporations
Revival of dissolved corporations
Reactivation of inactive businesses
Compliance cleanup for overdue filings
NUANS & Open Corporation List Services
We assist with public corporate searches and official reports for due diligence and compliance:
Ideal for investors, business partners, lenders, and legal verification.
Who We Help
Our business registration services are ideal for:
Startups and first-time entrepreneurs
Small and medium-sized businesses
Licensed professionals
Real estate investors and holding companies
Non-profits and community organizations
Canadian residents and foreign owners
Why Choose Can4 Tax & Accounting
End-to-end registration and compliance support
CRA-compliant and accurate filings
Ontario-based, serving clients across Canada
One-stop solution: registration, tax, payroll & bookkeeping
Professional guidance at every stage
Ready to Register Your Business?
Start with confidence. Let us handle the paperwork while you focus on growing your business.