International companies and entrepreneurs establishing a business presence in Alberta frequently encounter the same practical question at the beginning of the incorporation process: how can the corporation satisfy Alberta’s local corporate requirements when some or all of its directors, shareholders or senior executives live outside the province or outside Canada? For companies expanding into Alberta […]
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How to Incorporate a Company in Alberta as a Non-Resident
Alberta has become one of Canada’s most attractive jurisdictions for international entrepreneurs who want to establish a Canadian corporation while continuing to live and manage their business from abroad. Known internationally for its energy sector, Alberta has developed a much broader commercial economy that includes technology, professional services, agriculture and agri-food, logistics, manufacturing, financial services, […]
Alberta Registered Agent Services — Professional Representation, Compliance, and Local Presence for Your Corporation in Canada
Why Every Corporation Operating in Alberta Needs a Registered Agent In the province of Alberta, every incorporated or extra-provincially registered company must maintain a legally recognized address within the province. This address, known as the Registered Office or Agent for Service, is more than a formality — it is a legal necessity. It is the […]
Starting a New Business in Alberta? What’s the Right Business Format for You?
When starting a new business in Alberta, it’s essential to select the business structure that best supports your goals. Business structures are chosen for the most part to comply with tax law, which treats each type of structure differently. There are three types of legal structures for a business: Sole proprietorship, partnership (which is […]
Administrative requirements of Alberta Corporations
Your Alberta corporation must file certain documents with the Alberta Corporate Registries Office, including: articles of incorporation annual returns notices of any changes in the board of directors notices of any changes in the address of the registered office articles of amendment if changes to the structure of the corporation are made. […]
Alberta Corporations 101
Most people have heard that registering a new Alberta corporation provides “limited liability” — that is, it limits your personal liability for business debts. What you may not know is that there’s more to creating and running a corporation than filing a few papers. You’ll need to keep good records to handle the more complicated […]
Alberta Corporations 101
Most people have heard that registering a new Alberta corporation provides “limited liability” — that is, it limits your personal liability for business debts. What you may not know is that there’s more to creating and running a corporation than filing a few papers. You’ll need to keep good records to handle the more complicated […]
Starting a Business in Alberta: Choose a business structure
Now that you have decided to start your own business in Alberta, you will have to determine what business structure or form of organization suits your needs. The structure of your business will depend on whether you want to run your business yourself or with a partner or associates. There are four main types of […]
Alberta Incorporation FAQ: Should I Incorporate?
A corporation in Alberta is a legal “person,” which can be created under provincial business corporation act. As a person, a corporation has certain rights and obligations such as the right to do business and the obligation to pay taxes. Sometimes one hears of a law referring to “natural persons.”That is to differentiate them from […]
Starting Your Business in Alberta Checklist
Where do I start? tasks to be undertaken resources Evaluate your idea Is your idea feasible? Can you make money from this venture? Market Research Test the viability of your idea by researching the market, industry, and competition Develop A Business Strategy This is an essential step and critical for the planning and success of […]