🇨🇦 Canadian Incorporation
Ontario or Federal?
LegalEase guides you through Ontario provincial and federal CBCA incorporation with plain-language explanations and official filing guidance.
Starter — CAD $99·Growth — CAD $299·Pro — CAD $499
🍁Gov fee: $300
Ontario Provincial Incorporation
Ontario Business Corporations Act (OBCA)
Best for businesses operating primarily in Ontario
- Simpler for Ontario-only operations
- Filed with the Ontario Business Registry
- Named or numbered corporation options
- NUANS name search optional for named corps — we can help (~$75)
- Articles of Incorporation, by-laws, and first resolutions included
🇨🇦Gov fee: $200 + ~$330 in Ontario
Federal CBCA Incorporation
Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA)
Better for national name protection or cross-provincial operations
- National name protection across Canada
- Filed with Corporations Canada
- Extra-provincial registration required to operate in Ontario (~$330)
- NUANS name search optional for named corps — we can help (~$75)
- Often preferred by investors for cross-provincial businesses
Key comparison: Ontario vs Federal
| Factor | Ontario | Federal |
|---|---|---|
| Government fee | $300 | $200 + ~$330 extra-provincial |
| Name protection | Ontario only | Across Canada |
| Operating in Ontario | Direct | Requires extra-provincial registration |
| NUANS search | Optional (named corps) | Optional (named corps) |
| Best for | Ontario-focused businesses | Multi-province or investor-backed |
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