How to Register an Out-of-Province Corporation in Alberta

If your corporation is already incorporated in Ontario, British Columbia, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, federally, or in another Canadian jurisdiction and plans to carry on business in Alberta, you may need to register the existing corporation in Alberta. In most cases, this does not mean incorporating an entirely new Alberta company. Instead, the existing corporation can complete an Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration, establishing its registered presence in Alberta while continuing to exist under its original jurisdiction.

For businesses actively searching for how to register an out-of-province corporation in Alberta, the process involves more than submitting a corporate name. The corporation must determine the applicable registration route, address Alberta name-search requirements when applicable, appoint an Agent for Service in Alberta, provide the required corporate and director information, assemble its supporting incorporation documents, and complete the applicable Alberta registration filing. Alberta’s official process requires an Agent for Service located in Alberta and supporting formation and corporate-status documentation for out-of-province corporations.

Ecompanies Canada provides an Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration Service for Canadian corporations that need assistance completing this process. Our standard registration fees are $743.99, including Alberta Government Fees, the Name Search Report or NUANS Report, our professional service fee, and tax. Corporations that do not already have an appropriate Alberta Agent for Service can separately obtain our Alberta Registered Agent / Agent for Service — $1,200 Lifetime Service, valid for the lifetime of the Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration under the terms of the service.

This guide explains how the Alberta registration process works, what information and documents you need to provide, when a NUANS Report is required, why an Agent for Service is necessary, what happens after the application is submitted, and how Ecompanies Canada can assist you in completing the registration.

What Is an Out-of-Province Corporation in Alberta?

An out-of-province corporation is a corporation formed outside Alberta that carries on business in the province.

For example, a corporation may have originally been incorporated in Ontario and subsequently decide to establish operations in Calgary. Another corporation may have been incorporated in Quebec and later obtain customers, property, operations, or a commercial presence in Edmonton. A federally incorporated corporation may similarly establish activities in Alberta.

The corporation already exists. Alberta is not necessarily creating a second corporation.

Instead, the existing corporation completes an Alberta extra-provincial registration so that its corporate presence is registered in Alberta.

This distinction is fundamental for businesses expanding across Canada. A company should not assume that entering a new province automatically requires incorporating a new subsidiary. In many situations, the existing corporation can register itself extra-provincially and continue operating through the same legal entity.

Alberta specifically explains that registering an out-of-province corporation removes the need to maintain separate corporations in every place where the corporation does business.

For a broader explanation of the concept and when it applies, see Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration: Complete Guide for Canadian Corporations.

When Does an Out-of-Province Corporation Need to Register in Alberta?

The registration question depends on whether the corporation is carrying on business in Alberta.

Alberta identifies several circumstances that can constitute carrying on business in the province. These include soliciting business in Alberta, having the corporation’s name appear in certain advertising connected with an Alberta address, maintaining a resident agent, representative, warehouse, office or place of business in Alberta, being licensed or required to be licensed or registered under Alberta legislation that permits it to carry on business, or owning land in Alberta.

These examples demonstrate why corporations should not use the existence of a traditional office as the only test.

A corporation can develop a meaningful Alberta business presence through different types of activities. The relevant issue is the nature of the corporation’s operations and whether those activities bring the corporation within Alberta’s registration requirements.

An Ontario corporation that establishes a permanent commercial operation in Calgary presents an obvious example. A corporation acquiring Alberta land can present another. Businesses operating through local representatives, facilities, warehouses, or other arrangements should similarly consider whether registration applies.

If your corporation is still determining whether registration is necessary, see Do I Need to Register My Corporation in Alberta?

If the corporation has already determined that it needs to register, the next issue is preparing the registration correctly.

Can an Ontario Corporation Register in Alberta?

Yes. An Ontario corporation can register its existing corporation extra-provincially in Alberta when required.

Suppose Northern Industrial Services Inc. was incorporated in Ontario and now wants to establish business operations in Alberta. The corporation does not ordinarily need to create a second Northern Industrial Services Inc. solely for this purpose.

Instead, Northern Industrial Services Inc. can register the existing Ontario corporation in Alberta.

After the registration, the company remains an Ontario corporation. It continues to maintain the applicable Ontario corporate requirements while also maintaining its Alberta extra-provincial registration.

This can be an efficient structure for corporations expanding geographically while wanting to preserve their existing legal entity.

The same general concept applies to corporations from Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, and other Canadian jurisdictions, although the administrative registration process can vary depending on the corporation’s home jurisdiction.

Can a British Columbia Corporation Register in Alberta?

Yes. British Columbia corporations can register extra-provincially in Alberta and benefit from a streamlined interprovincial registration process.

Alberta provides an Online Extra-Provincial Registration system for corporations from British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Alberta states that corporations from these three jurisdictions can use the streamlined process and that there is no Alberta registration or update charge through that specific interprovincial system.

This distinction is important because corporations from British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan should not automatically be treated as following precisely the same administrative and fee structure as corporations from Ontario, Quebec, or other jurisdictions.

Ecompanies Canada reviews the home jurisdiction before determining the appropriate registration route and applicable service structure.

The corporation nevertheless remains its original corporation. A British Columbia corporation registered in Alberta continues to be a British Columbia corporation while maintaining an Alberta extra-provincial registration.

Can a Federally Incorporated Corporation Register in Alberta?

Yes. A corporation formed under the Canada Business Corporations Act can register extra-provincially in Alberta when its activities require Alberta registration.

Federal incorporation should not be confused with automatic registration in every province.

The corporation exists federally, but provincial requirements can still apply when the business carries on activities within Alberta.

One important difference involves the Alberta NUANS Report. Alberta specifically states that an out-of-province corporation formed under the Canada Business Corporations Act does not require an Alberta NUANS Report for the extra-provincial registration.

The federal corporation must nevertheless address the other applicable Alberta registration requirements, including its corporate documentation and Agent for Service.

Information Required to Register an Out-of-Province Corporation in Alberta

When Ecompanies Canada handles an Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration for a Canadian domestic corporation, we begin by obtaining a complete set of corporate information.

We require:

• Full legal name of the corporation.
• Jurisdiction of incorporation or registration.
• Current business address of the corporation.
• Description of the proposed business activity in Alberta.
• Copy of the Articles of Incorporation.
• Copy of the Certificate of Incorporation or Certificate of Registration, as applicable.
• Full name of one director.
• Address of one director.
• Email address of one director.
• Telephone number of one director.
• Copy of valid government-issued identification for one director.

The corporation must also have the appropriate Alberta Agent for Service and Alberta address information required for the registration.

Collecting this information at the beginning allows the registration to be prepared systematically rather than discovering missing information after the filing process has already started.

Step 1: Confirm the Corporation’s Exact Legal Name

The first step is identifying the corporation exactly as it exists in its home jurisdiction.

The complete legal name should be taken directly from the corporation’s official documents.

For example, if the corporation’s legal name is Northern Technology Solutions Inc., the registration should not casually identify the company as Northern Technology Solutions, Northern Technology Corp., or another variation.

Corporate endings and other elements of the legal name matter.

This becomes particularly important when the corporation has undergone a name change or other amendment since it was originally incorporated. In those circumstances, the current legal name may need to be established through the original Articles of Incorporation together with subsequent amendment documents.

The corporate name also determines whether the Alberta name-search process needs to be addressed.

Step 2: Identify the Corporation’s Home Jurisdiction

The corporation’s jurisdiction of incorporation or registration determines where the company was originally formed and can affect the Alberta registration route.

An Ontario corporation should be identified as an Ontario corporation. A corporation formed under the Canada Business Corporations Act should be identified as federally incorporated. A British Columbia corporation should be identified according to its British Columbia registration.

This matters because Alberta provides a specific streamlined system for corporations from British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Corporations from other provinces generally proceed through the applicable Alberta Corporate Registry service-provider process.

Determining the jurisdiction correctly at the beginning prevents the registration from being prepared under the wrong process.

Step 3: Provide the Corporation’s Current Business Address

Ecompanies Canada requires the corporation’s current business address as part of preparing the registration file.

This is the existing business address associated with the corporation and should not automatically be confused with the Alberta Agent for Service address.

An Ontario corporation may continue operating from Toronto while establishing additional operations in Alberta. A Quebec corporation may maintain its principal office in Montreal while registering to conduct business in Calgary. A federal corporation may similarly maintain its head office outside Alberta.

The existing corporate address remains relevant even though the corporation is adding an Alberta registration.

The Alberta Agent for Service and applicable Alberta address information serve a different function and are addressed separately in the registration process.

Step 4: Describe the Proposed Business Activity in Alberta

We also require a description of the corporation’s proposed business activity in Alberta.

This description should explain clearly what the corporation plans to do in the province.

The business may be providing commercial services, operating a construction business, establishing a sales operation, opening an office, acquiring property, operating a warehouse, developing a retail business, providing technology services, or conducting another legitimate commercial activity.

The description does not need to become a lengthy business plan. It should accurately identify the nature of the corporation’s proposed Alberta activities.

Providing this information gives the registration file a clear description of the corporation’s intended business presence.

Step 5: Determine Whether an Alberta NUANS Report Is Required

The next stage involves determining whether the corporation needs an Alberta Name Search Report or NUANS Report.

For many named out-of-province corporations, Alberta requires an Alberta NUANS Report. The purpose is to identify corporations with identical or potentially confusingly similar names.

Alberta states that the NUANS Report reserves the proposed name for 90 days and must be less than 91 days old when submitted with the registration information. If the corporation’s legal name is too similar to another name in Alberta, an assumed name can be required, which involves an additional NUANS Report.

However, not every corporation requires a NUANS Report.

Alberta specifically provides an exemption when the out-of-province corporation has a numbered name assigned by its home province or country. Alberta also states that a corporation formed under the Canada Business Corporations Act does not need a NUANS Report for this registration.

This is why the name-search requirement should be determined based on the corporation rather than automatically assumed.

Ecompanies Canada’s standard Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration fee structure includes a $60.00 Name Search Report or NUANS Report. Where the corporation’s circumstances fall within an applicable exception or streamlined registration process, the appropriate requirements can be determined from the corporation’s specific file.

For a complete explanation of this subject, see Do You Need an Alberta NUANS Report for Extra-Provincial Registration?

Step 6: Appoint an Alberta Agent for Service

The corporation must address one of the most important components of the registration: the Alberta Agent for Service.

Alberta’s official registration process specifically requires an out-of-province corporation to appoint an Agent for Service in Alberta.

The Agent for Service must be an individual located in Alberta who can accept notices and documents on behalf of the corporation. Alberta requires information including the agent’s name, firm name if applicable, street address or legal land description, mailing address, email address, and appointment date. The individual must consent to the appointment.

The Agent for Service does not need to become a director or shareholder of the corporation.

This is a crucial distinction for corporations whose management and ownership are located outside Alberta.

An Ontario corporation can maintain its directors and shareholders in Ontario while separately appointing the Alberta Agent for Service required for the registration. A Quebec corporation can do the same. A federal corporation does not need to transfer shares or corporate control to its Agent for Service.

The Agent for Service provides a defined Alberta service function.

What If You Do Not Have an Agent for Service in Alberta?

Many corporations expanding into Alberta do not already have an eligible individual in the province who can provide a stable Agent for Service arrangement.

This is particularly common for corporations entering Alberta for the first time.

A company may have customers or commercial opportunities in Alberta but no directors or owners located there. It may be opening its first Alberta operation or obtaining a business licence for a particular project. It may also prefer not to rely on an employee, friend, contractor, or temporary business contact for an ongoing corporate-registration requirement.

Ecompanies Canada provides a professional solution:

Alberta Registered Agent / Agent for Service — $1,200 Lifetime Service

The service is $1,200 for the lifetime of the Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration, subject to the terms of the service.

It is not an annual subscription.

Applicable official documents received through the service are scanned and forwarded to the client by email.

This means the corporation can maintain the required Alberta Agent for Service while its directors, shareholders, and management remain in another province or jurisdiction.

For a complete explanation, see Alberta Registered Agent and Agent for Service: Complete Guide and Do I Need an Agent for Service for an Alberta Extra-Provincial Corporation?

Step 7: Provide the Articles of Incorporation

The corporation must establish its legal formation.

For Ecompanies Canada’s registration process, we require a copy of the corporation’s Articles of Incorporation.

The Articles identify fundamental information concerning the corporation as originally established. If the corporation has subsequently amended its articles, changed its name, amalgamated, continued from another jurisdiction, or undergone another corporate restructuring, additional documents may also become relevant.

Alberta’s official requirements call for copies of the corporation’s charter or formation documents. Depending on how the corporation was formed, the relevant records can include incorporation instruments, certificates, memoranda, or other documents establishing incorporation and subsequent changes. Alberta also requires the relevant supporting documents to be certified by a company official, notary public, or government official for the general out-of-province registration route.

The purpose is straightforward: Alberta is registering a corporation that already exists, so the filing must accurately establish which corporation is being registered.

Step 8: Provide the Certificate of Incorporation or Registration

Ecompanies Canada also requires a copy of the corporation’s Certificate of Incorporation or Certificate of Registration, as applicable.

The Certificate helps establish the corporation’s formation or registration in its home jurisdiction.

Alberta’s official process also requires proof of the corporation’s current status in its home jurisdiction, usually through documentation issued by the Corporate Registry in that jurisdiction.

Depending on the corporation’s jurisdiction and circumstances, additional current-status documentation may therefore be necessary beyond the original certificate.

This distinction matters particularly for corporations that were incorporated many years ago. The original Certificate demonstrates historical incorporation, while current-status documentation establishes the corporation’s present status.

Ecompanies Canada reviews the documentation provided and identifies the information needed to prepare the applicable registration.

For a complete document-focused explanation, see Documents Required for Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration.

Step 9: Provide Director Information

The corporation must also provide information concerning one of its directors for Ecompanies Canada’s registration process.

We require the director’s:

• Full name.
• Address.
• Email address.
• Telephone number.

This information should be current and accurate.

A director should not be confused with the Alberta Agent for Service. The director is part of the corporation’s governance structure, while the Agent for Service performs the Alberta service function.

The same individual does not need to occupy both roles merely because the corporation is registering in Alberta.

Step 10: Provide Government-Issued Identification

Ecompanies Canada requires a copy of valid government-issued identification for one director as part of our Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration process.

The identification should be current, valid, and sufficiently clear for the information to be reviewed.

Alberta’s official submission requirements also identify valid identification as part of the registration package submitted through a registry agent or authorized Alberta service provider.

Providing the identification with the initial registration package helps prevent unnecessary delays later in the process.

Step 11: Prepare the Alberta Registration Forms

Once the corporate information, documents, name requirements, director information, identification, and Agent for Service have been assembled, the Alberta registration documentation can be prepared.

For the general out-of-province corporation process, Alberta identifies forms including the Statement of Registration and Notice of Agent for Service for Alberta or Extra-Provincial Corporation. A Notice of Assumed Name applies when an assumed name is required.

The information entered into these documents must correspond with the corporation’s supporting records.

This is where accurate preparation becomes particularly important. The objective is not simply to complete empty fields but to ensure that the Alberta filing correctly identifies the corporation and its registration structure.

When Ecompanies Canada handles the registration, we use the corporate information and documentation supplied by the client to prepare the applicable registration process.

Step 12: Submit the Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration

Once the registration package has been prepared, it is submitted through the applicable Alberta registration channel.

For the general process, Alberta requires the application to be submitted through a registry agent or authorized Alberta service provider. The package includes the registration forms, corporate charter documents, applicable NUANS Report, valid identification, and fee payment.

If the registration information satisfies Alberta’s requirements, the information is entered into Corporate Registry and the corporation receives a Certificate of Registration.

The Certificate of Registration provides evidence that the existing out-of-province corporation has been registered in Alberta.

The corporation should retain this document with its corporate records.

How Much Does It Cost to Register an Out-of-Province Corporation in Alberta?

Ecompanies Canada’s standard Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration fee structure is:

Alberta Government Fees: $450.00

Name Search Report or NUANS Report: $60.00

CompanyFormations Fee: $199.99

Tax: $33.99

Total Fees: $743.99

The Total Fees for the standard Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration are $743.99 based on this fee structure.

The $450.00 represents the Alberta Government Fees included in our standard registration pricing. The $60.00 represents the Name Search Report or NUANS Report. The $199.99 CompanyFormations Fee is our professional service fee, and the applicable tax is $33.99.

The Alberta Agent for Service is separate from the $743.99 registration fee.

If your corporation needs Ecompanies Canada’s Agent for Service solution, the fee is:

Alberta Registered Agent / Agent for Service — $1,200 Lifetime Service

The Agent for Service fee is not an annual subscription. It is a lifetime service valid for the lifetime of the Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration under the terms of the service.

Corporations should also be aware that the government treatment can differ for corporations from British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan because Alberta’s streamlined interprovincial system states that there is no Alberta registration or update charge through that particular system.

The corporation’s home jurisdiction should therefore be identified before assuming that every out-of-province corporation follows precisely the same fee structure.

For a detailed discussion of pricing, see How Much Does Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration Cost?

Is the $1,200 Agent for Service Included in the $743.99 Registration Fee?

No.

The Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration Service and the Alberta Registered Agent / Agent for Service are separate services.

The standard Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration fee is $743.99.

The Alberta Registered Agent / Agent for Service is $1,200 as a Lifetime Service.

This separation is intentional because not every corporation has the same Agent for Service situation.

A corporation may already have an eligible individual in Alberta and therefore need only assistance with the registration.

Another corporation may have no appropriate person in Alberta and need both the registration and the Ecompanies Canada lifetime Agent for Service.

A corporation already registered in Alberta may not need a new extra-provincial registration at all but may need to replace its current Agent for Service.

Keeping the services separate allows the client to purchase what the corporation actually needs.

Do You Need an Alberta Business Address?

The corporation must provide the applicable address information required for its Alberta registration structure, including the physical Alberta address associated with the Agent for Service.

Alberta requires the Agent for Service to be an individual located in Alberta. For the streamlined online system used by British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan corporations, Alberta’s guidance specifically requires a physical Alberta address for the primary Agent for Service. The address can be a street address or legal land description in Alberta.

This Alberta address should not automatically be confused with the corporation’s existing business or head office address.

A corporation can have its existing head office outside Alberta while maintaining the Alberta Agent for Service and address structure required for the extra-provincial registration.

Ecompanies Canada addresses the Alberta Agent for Service and applicable Alberta address arrangements when providing our service.

How Long Does It Take to Register an Out-of-Province Corporation in Alberta?

The practical processing timeline begins with having a complete file.

A corporation that immediately provides its legal name, jurisdiction, business address, proposed Alberta activity, Articles of Incorporation, Certificate of Incorporation or Registration, director information, government-issued identification, and Agent for Service information can move into the preparation stage more efficiently than a corporation whose documents must be collected over several days or weeks.

Name issues can also affect timing.

If a NUANS Report is required and the corporate name presents a conflict, additional work may be necessary. An assumed name can require an additional name-search process.

Corporate history can also matter. If the corporation has amended its articles, changed its name, amalgamated, or undergone other changes, additional supporting records may need to be obtained.

The most effective way to avoid unnecessary delays is therefore to provide a complete and accurate registration package at the beginning.

For a detailed examination of timing and potential delays, see How Long Does Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration Take?

What Happens After the Corporation Is Registered?

Successful registration is not the end of the corporation’s Alberta responsibilities.

The corporation must keep relevant Alberta Corporate Registry information current while its extra-provincial registration remains active.

For out-of-province corporations from provinces other than British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan, Alberta requires head office address or director updates to be provided within 30 days of the change and Agent for Service updates as soon as they occur. Corporations from British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan use Alberta’s Online Extra-Provincial Registration system for applicable Agent for Service changes.

The corporation should therefore establish a process for maintaining its Alberta registration rather than treating the Certificate of Registration as the final corporate task.

If the corporation changes its legal name, undergoes an amalgamation, changes its home jurisdiction, modifies its charter documents, or experiences other significant corporate changes, additional Alberta filings can also become necessary.

The Agent for Service must likewise remain current.

This ongoing requirement is one reason a stable long-term Agent for Service arrangement can be valuable.

What Happens If the Agent for Service Changes?

If the corporation’s Agent for Service resigns, becomes unavailable, or is replaced, the Alberta registration should be updated.

For an out-of-province corporation from a province other than British Columbia, Manitoba, or Saskatchewan, Alberta states that Agent for Service updates should be provided as soon as they occur. Alberta also states that failure to appoint a new Agent for Service within one year following the previous agent’s revocation or resignation can result in cancellation of the corporation’s Alberta registration by the Registrar of Corporations.

This makes the Agent for Service an ongoing compliance issue rather than simply a filing requirement on the day of registration.

Corporations that already have an Alberta registration but need a replacement agent can obtain Ecompanies Canada’s $1,200 Lifetime Alberta Registered Agent / Agent for Service without purchasing a new extra-provincial registration.

See How to Change Your Agent for Service in Alberta for a detailed explanation of that process.

Common Mistakes When Registering an Out-of-Province Corporation in Alberta

A common mistake is assuming that the corporation must create a new Alberta corporation. Extra-provincial registration and Alberta incorporation are different processes. If the objective is to extend an existing corporation’s operations into Alberta, extra-provincial registration may be the appropriate route.

Another mistake is assuming that a corporation incorporated federally does not need to consider Alberta registration. Federal incorporation does not automatically eliminate provincial registration requirements associated with carrying on business in Alberta.

Corporations also sometimes order a NUANS Report without first determining whether one is required. A numbered corporation or a corporation formed under the Canada Business Corporations Act can fall within Alberta’s stated NUANS exceptions.

Another frequent issue is incomplete corporate documentation. Providing only a corporate name is not enough to establish the corporation’s identity and status. Formation documents and evidence concerning the corporation must be available for the registration.

Businesses can also overlook the Agent for Service until late in the process. Because the Agent for Service forms part of the Alberta registration requirements, it should be arranged early rather than treated as an afterthought.

Finally, corporations sometimes fail to maintain the registration after it is completed. Changes affecting the corporation or Agent for Service can require Alberta updates, and the corporation should maintain its Alberta corporate record throughout the life of the registration.

Frequently Asked Questions About Registering an Out-of-Province Corporation in Alberta

How do I register an out-of-province corporation in Alberta?

The process involves identifying the corporation and its home jurisdiction, determining the applicable Alberta registration route, completing the applicable name-search process, appointing an Alberta Agent for Service, gathering the corporation’s formation and status documents, preparing the registration forms, providing valid identification, paying the applicable fees, and submitting the registration through the appropriate Alberta process.

Ecompanies Canada can handle the professional registration process for corporations that prefer assistance completing the filing.

What documents does Ecompanies Canada require?

For our registration process, provide the full legal corporate name, jurisdiction of incorporation or registration, current business address, proposed business activity in Alberta, Articles of Incorporation, Certificate of Incorporation or Registration, and the full name, address, email address, and telephone number of one director together with a copy of valid government-issued identification for one director.

The Alberta Agent for Service and applicable Alberta address requirements must also be addressed.

How much does the registration cost?

Ecompanies Canada’s standard Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration fees are:

Alberta Government Fees: $450.00

Name Search Report or NUANS Report: $60.00

CompanyFormations Fee: $199.99

Tax: $33.99

Total Fees: $743.99

The Agent for Service is a separate service.

Do I need an Alberta Agent for Service?

An Agent for Service forms part of Alberta’s out-of-province corporate registration process. The Agent for Service must be an individual located in Alberta and must consent to the appointment.

What if I do not have anyone in Alberta?

Ecompanies Canada offers an Alberta Registered Agent / Agent for Service — $1,200 Lifetime Service for corporations that need an Alberta Agent for Service.

The service is valid for the lifetime of the Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration under the terms of the service and is not an annual subscription.

Is the $1,200 Agent for Service included in the $743.99 registration?

No. They are separate services. The Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration is $743.99 under our standard fee structure. The Ecompanies Canada Alberta Registered Agent / Agent for Service is separately offered for $1,200 as a Lifetime Service.

Does the Agent for Service own my corporation?

No. Appointment as Agent for Service does not by itself make the agent a shareholder, director, beneficial owner, officer, or manager of the corporation. The role concerns receiving applicable notices and documents in Alberta.

Do I need an Alberta NUANS Report?

Many named out-of-province corporations require an Alberta NUANS Report. Alberta provides exceptions for an out-of-province corporation with a numbered name assigned by its home province or country and for a corporation formed under the Canada Business Corporations Act.

What happens if the name is not available in Alberta?

If the corporation’s name is too similar to another Alberta corporate name, an assumed name may be necessary. Alberta states that an assumed name requires a separate NUANS Report.

Do I receive proof of registration?

Yes. When the registration satisfies the applicable requirements and is entered into Alberta Corporate Registry, a Certificate of Registration is issued.

Do I need to maintain the Alberta registration afterward?

Yes. Relevant changes to the corporation’s information and Agent for Service should be reported through the applicable Alberta process. The corporation should maintain its Alberta registration for as long as it continues to require that registered presence.

Register Your Out-of-Province Corporation in Alberta with Ecompanies Canada

If your corporation is already incorporated in another Canadian jurisdiction and now needs to establish its registered presence in Alberta, Ecompanies Canada can assist you with the Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration process.

You do not need to navigate the registration process without knowing which information, documents, name requirements, or Agent for Service arrangements apply to your corporation. Our service is designed to take the corporate information you provide and move the registration through the applicable process.

To begin, provide us with:

Your corporation’s full legal name, jurisdiction of incorporation or registration, current business address, proposed business activity in Alberta, copy of the Articles of Incorporation, copy of the Certificate of Incorporation or Registration, and the full name, address, email address, and telephone number of one director together with a copy of valid government-issued identification for one director.

Our standard Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration fee structure is:

Alberta Government Fees: $450.00

Name Search Report or NUANS Report: $60.00

Our Service Fee: $199.99

Tax: $33.99

Total Fees: $743.99

If your corporation does not already have an appropriate Agent for Service in Alberta, you can also obtain our:

Alberta Registered Agent / Agent for Service — $1,200 Lifetime Service

The $1,200 Lifetime Service is valid for the lifetime of the Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration under the terms of the service. It is not an annual subscription.

Applicable official documents received through the service are scanned and forwarded to the client by email, providing a stable long-term Agent for Service solution for corporations whose directors, shareholders, or management may be located outside Alberta.

If your corporation is ready to expand into Alberta, complete the contact form below and provide your corporate information. Ecompanies Canada can assist you with the complete Alberta Extra-Provincial Registration, the Alberta Registered Agent / Agent for Service, or both services together according to your corporation’s requirements.