Ontario business articles
Practical, free walkthroughs of Ontario registration, incorporation, tax and compliance requirements.
6 articles across 5 topics.
How to Register a Sole Proprietorship in Ontario (Step by Step)
Complete step-by-step guide to registering an Ontario sole proprietorship via the Ontario Business Registry (OBR), Business Identification Number (BIN), and CRA accounts.
Ontario Incorporation Costs: Full Government Fee Breakdown
A complete breakdown of Ontario incorporation expenses: official $300 OBR filing fee, NUANS search fees, corporate minute book costs, and ongoing annual filings.
Do I Need to Register for HST in Ontario? Thresholds Explained
Understand the CRA $30,000 small supplier threshold in Ontario, when mandatory GST/HST registration triggers, voluntary registration benefits, and filing frequencies.
Ontario Annual Return: Deadlines, Filing Steps and Penalties
Everything you need to know about filing the Ontario Annual Information Return via the Ontario Business Registry, 6-month deadlines, and preventing corporate dissolution.
Sole Proprietorship vs Corporation in Ontario: Which Is Better?
A comprehensive comparison of sole proprietorships vs corporations in Ontario: liability protection, corporate tax rates, setup costs, and reporting obligations.
NUANS Report Explained: When You Need One in Ontario
Everything you need to know about the Ontario NUANS (Newly Upgraded Automated Name Search) report, 90-day validity, distinctive vs descriptive terms, and reservation rules.