Federal incorporation

When incorporating, you create a new legal entity called a corporation. In Canada, a corporation has the same rights as a person.

Benefits of incorporating

Federal incorporation offers many benefits, including

  • the right to use your name across Canada
  • limited liability
  • lower corporate tax rates
  • better access to capital and grants.

Eligibility details

Any business and not-for-profit operating in Canada can incorporate federally.

What you need before you start

Before you incorporate, read about

How much it costs

Federal incorporation costs:

  • $200 (online)

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