Canada

Provincial Corporation (Corp.)

A corporation registered in British Columbia or Ontario.

How it is taxed

Federal and provincial corporate tax; small-business rates apply to Canadian-controlled companies.

Can non-residents own it?

No Canadian-resident director needed in BC or Ontario. Banks ask for an in-person visit.

Who it suits

  • North American presence
  • Services
  • Trading

Allowed name endings

Your company name must end with one of these: Ltd. Inc. Corp. Limited Incorporated Corporation