Business Registration/ Renewal

Did you know…

All businesses that operate under a name other than the owner’s must register their business name;

Businesses must renew their business name registration every five years (and the government does not send reminder notices);

If you exceed the $30,000 threshold¹ in a single calendar quarter you must register for GST/HST;

If you are self-employed and have a net income of more than $450,000, you must register for the Health Tax for the Self-Employed;

When you hire employees or contractors, you may be required to register with the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board;

You should check with your Municipality to determine if your business is required to obtain any specific permits or licences

Call 705-325-4903 x 101 if you would like our assistance through the process!
Please have your credit card or debit/credit ready for online payment. $60 to register, $8 per name search. 

Learn more about:

Master Business License registration or renewal, and the Enhanced Business Name Search;

GST/HST;

Workplace Safety & Insurance Board;

Employer Health Tax;

Health Tax for the Self-Employed (unincorporated businesses only)

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