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New business owners in BC are faced with many important decisions that will influence the direction and growth of their business.
One of these decisions is determining which type of registration is best for your business moving forward.
Many of you, if not the vast majority of you, will benefit from an incorporation.
Depending on the nature of your business, you will also need to consider registering for either a federal incorporation or a provincial incorporation.
This comparison infographic outlines some key differences between federal and provincial corporations.
- Business reach
- Business name requirements
- Business name protection
- Annual filing requirements
- Fees
This infographic is not legal advice. If you have any questions regarding incorporating a company, schedule a free consultation with our small business lawyers and we’d be happy to help.
