Most businesses must register with federal, provincial, and sometimes municipal agencies.
Requirements may include an operating permit, special permission to operate in your chosen location or specific qualifications for you or your employees.
Who you need to register with
What to do
Federal Corporate Income Tax, Payroll Deductions (CPP and UI),GST and Importer/Exporter Income.
Register with Canada Revenue Agency for your 15-digit Business Number (format:123456789 RP 0004) -which servers for all four purposes -at www.businessregistration- inscriptionentreprise.gc.ca
Provincial Business names, provincial sales tax, worker's compensation, employment standards, health taxes, etc.
Canada BusinessService Centre at http://canadabusiness.gc.ca - click *Starting a Business* and "Business Start-up info Guides* to find the requirements for your province and sector
Municipal May require businees license, fire safety inspection, health inspection or approval of any changes you may have made to the space where you operate your business. Also check that your business does not contravene any zoning or land-use bylaws.
Consult with local municipal offices to determine local regulations and licensing requirements.
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