Register a Company or Corporation in Quebec, Canada
- Register your Company in Canada in 2 days (upon validation of your identification documents).*
- Client confidentiality protection via secured systems.
- Your company and its application for a bank account, including eBanking and credit card. Opening by correspondence.
- A dedicated manager is available throughout the year to administer your company.
5 simple steps are needed to register a company in Canada (Quebec)
Complete our application form - Canada (Quebec)
Upload your documents
Your account manager will ask you for official documents which are required for your company formation.
Incorporate your company successfully
Once your documents have been processed your company will be successfully incorporated subject to local authority approval
Process any additional services
Your account manager will guide you through the steps of completing your request of additional services such as bank accounts.
Manage Your company via our client portal
Our client portal will give you immediate access to all your documents as well as display your company structure.
Canada (Quebec) Company Formation
Good to Know
A Quebec Corporation is a prestigious entity for starting your business and setting up regional headquarters in Canada. It will benefit from a substantial tax regime for new investments, tax holidays for foreign investors and entrepreneurs, and from an access to the North American market.
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More informationBusiness registration is swift in Quebec, as it is in most other Canadian provinces. The registration procedure will be determined by the business structure chosen. Here are the 4 business structures available in Canada :
- Sole proprietorships
- Partnerships
- Corporation
- Co-operative
All registered enterprises are automatically included into the “Registraire des Enterprises” registry, marking their existence in the public knowledge.
SFM is fully licensed to register a business in Quebec. Aside from company registration, we also provide other ancillary services, such as bank account opening or professional directors. Further, we offer the below corporate services with regards to your company :- Maintaining the company’s legal status in accordance with the legislation of the state.
- Offering a registered address that you can use as your company’s official address.
- Amending your company’s name.
- Adding or removing company officers (directors, shareholders)
- Organizing contract signatures on behalf of the company.
- Transferring a business from another agency.
- Helping with further company documents as needed (Certificate of Good Standing, Certificate of Incumbency, etc.).
Start today and register your business in Canada with SFM .
Characteristics Of Canadian Company
Company type
Limited Company
Governing corporate legislation
Canadian companies are regulated under the federal business law in Canada which is the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) or under any Provincial Corporations Act.
Information published relating to company officers
Upon registration of the company, the name of the Directors and Shareholders will appear on public record (available on the internet)
Accounting requirement
No accounting filing requirements as long as the company is considered a non resident company.
Taxation
Companies that are not resident will not be subject to the taxation of their revenue by Canada.
While the company may not be liable to pay taxes, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability
While the company may not be liable to pay taxes, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability
Legislation
Modern Corporate law.
Standard currency
Canadian dollar
Time to form
2 working days (upon validation of your identification documents)*
Stability
Stable jurisdiction with very good reputation.
Communication
Efficient communication means.
Time zone
Convenient world time zone: GMT-4
Secretary required
Not applicable
Paid up capital requirement
Minimum share capital: 1 Canadian dollar.
Renewal Date
Anniversary date of the company / Each Year
Basis of legal System
Under Common Law.
Minimum directors/shareholders
Minimum of 1 director/shareholder
Bearer shares
Bearer shares are not permitted.
Documents Required
for the Creation of the Company
Certification of a passport can be made by a notary, an attorney-at-law, a bank, a public officer, or in accordance with SFM indications. Kindly consult your dedicated account manager at SFM to obtain precise information.
of your passport, a certified copy of proof of domicile dated less than three months, a curriculum vitae, as well as last 3 months' bank statement. All in original.**
Canada Company, ideal for:
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* Subject to the constraints of the due diligence procedure.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Company Formation in Canada (Quebec)
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Where in Canada do you setup companies?
We register companies in Quebec City which has an efficient and fast registry. -
Is a Canadian company tax liable?
Not if the company is considered non-resident. Each Canadian company must periodically declare whether it has been resident in Canada or not for the relevant period.
A Canada company is not to be regarded as resident solely by virtue of being registered in Canada – it must be effectively managed or controlled from the Canada or perform activities locally.
In the case any activity is performed in relation to Canada, it is recommended to assess the company’s situation with a Canadian Tax Accountant. -
Do I need to appoint an auditor on the company?
Not if the company doesn't reach a treshold of 50 million CAD turnover. -
Will my name be disclosed once I setup a company in Canada?
Yes, the officers of the company will appear in Quebec's registry of companies. -
Is it easy to open a bank account for a Canadian company?
Yes, it is easier than pure offshore companies, Canada being white listed by the OCDE. -
What are the rules for choosing a company name in Canada?
The rules for the granting of names under the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) and the Canada Corporations Act (CCA) are almost the same.
Essentially, an applicant cannot have a name that
- lacks distinctiveness
- is likely to cause confusion with other businesses
- is likely to mislead the public
- is reserved for another business
- is obscene, or
- has an unacceptable French or English form
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What is the paid up capital for a Canadian company?
It is 1 CAD. -
Do I need to travel to Canada at any stage to form a company there?
No, everything can be processed remotely. -
What are the types of business in Canada?
The primary forms of business in Canada are:- Sole proprietyships
- Partnerships
- Corporation
- o Co-operative
What is the difference between incorporating federally and provincially?
You can do business in all provinces and territories if you form a federal corporation. If you incorporate provincially, you can only do business in that province.Can a Quebec corporation do business in Ontario?
Because of a specific arrangement between Quebec and Ontario, if you start a firm in Quebec, you won’t require an extra-provincial license to do business in Ontario, and vice versa.What is NEQ number?
The Quebec Enterprise Number (NEQ) is a ten-digit identification number given to companies upon registration. To comply with Quebec company registration regulations, corporations, partnerships, non-profit corporations, trusts, and other entities must get a NEQ.
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29-Jul-2015
I was very pleased with the seriousness and the swift services and assistance of the personal of SFM Offshore
Thanks a lot to all of them.
I was very pleased with the seriousness and the swift services and assistance of the personal of SFM Offshore
Thanks a lot to all of them.
23-Jul-2015
Once initiated, the procedure proved easy and the person in charge did ensure a very satisfactory follow-up.
We will undoubtedly use again and recommend the services of SFM Corporate .
Special thanks to Karen Simon who handled the whole project.
Once initiated, the procedure proved easy and the person in charge did ensure a very satisfactory follow-up.
We will undoubtedly use again and recommend the services of SFM Corporate .
Special thanks to Karen Simon who handled the whole project.
22-Jul-2015
Very good service with professional people helping along the way. I would recommend SMF to anyone wanting to open a company.
Very good service with professional people helping along the way. I would recommend SMF to anyone wanting to open a company.
09-Jul-2015
AAA+ good communication & very helpfull
After compare btw other companies i found best prices here
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Thankss
AAA+ good communication & very helpfull
After compare btw other companies i found best prices here
Sure will repeat
Thankss
09-Jul-2015
From when I first started dealing with Rita at SFM I knew that she had both mine and my companies best interests at heart.
Every step and every question in every instance was attended to with the utmost professionalism.
I would certainly recommend SFM and imparticular Rita, she is great!
From when I first started dealing with Rita at SFM I knew that she had both mine and my companies best interests at heart.
Every step and every question in every instance was attended to with the utmost professionalism.
I would certainly recommend SFM and imparticular Rita, she is great!
06-Jul-2015
Great service
Great service
Canada is a popular choice among those looking to register a company online, as it is a stable jurisdiction with a great reputation. As such, it offers many benefits. With SFM, offshore company formation is made simple, following 5 straight forward steps. In just 2 working days, you can register a corporation in Quebec and begin enjoying the ease of business which the jurisdiction provides.
One of the biggest benefits of registering a company in Quebec is the region's favourable tax policies, especially when compared to other Canadian provinces. The region has one of Canada's lowest corporate tax rates and offers generous tax credits to incorporated companies that invest in research & development.
Quebec is also known for its well-developed infrastructure. A slightly higher-than-average personal income tax is used to upgrade and invest in public infrastructure like schools, parks, hospitals, and roads. Quebec's generous social services and public investment programmes are also partially responsible for a more skilled workforce, which local companies can tap into with ease.
