Business structures, set up properly
From a single company to multi-entity structures with trusts and partnerships, we help you choose what fits, then take care of the filings and records.
Our services
Incorporation
Incorporate in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario or under the federal Canada Business Corporations Act.
- Advice on jurisdiction and share structure
- Name search and reservation
- Articles, resolutions, registers and records book
- Guidance for US and other non-resident owners
BC LLP Registration
A fixed-fee package for registering a British Columbia limited liability partnership, available to any type of business.
- $1,250 CAD, taxes included
- Standard partnership agreement and records book
- Legal advice on using your LLP
- Registered office available for $295 / year
Holding companies & special structures
Structures that separate operating risk from accumulated wealth, or that address management and family needs.
- OpCo / HoldCo structures
- Corporate management structures under the BC Business Corporations Act
- General, limited and limited liability partnerships
- Planning with your tax adviser
Family trusts
Trusts used in corporate structuring to address family needs and help protect assets from future creditors.
- Trust deeds tailored to your situation
- Settlor, trustee, beneficiary and protector roles
- Trusts as shareholders or partners
- Coordination with your tax adviser
Registered & records office
A British Columbia street address for your company’s or LLP’s registered and records office, at a reasonable annual cost.
- Meets BC street-address requirements
- Records kept as the law requires
- Official notices and legal documents received at a BC address
- Ideal for owners outside British Columbia
Cross-border & non-resident owners
Practical help for US residents and international investors doing business in or through Canada.
- Choosing between a company and a BC LLP
- Director residency requirements by jurisdiction
- Working alongside your cross-border tax advisers
- Remote instructions by phone and email
Clear steps, no surprises
Standard packages are priced up front. If your situation needs more, we tell you before we start.
Consultation
We learn about the owners, the business and your goals, and outline the options.
Plan
We recommend a structure and coordinate with your tax adviser where needed.
Prepare & file
We handle searches, registry filings and all the corporate or partnership documents.
Support
You receive a complete records book, and we can keep you in good standing each year.
Ready to talk about your structure?
Call toll-free from anywhere in Canada or the US, or send us a short note and we’ll get back to you.