Guides
Guides for starting in Ontario
How to register a business name in Ontario
What it costs, when you need to, and what registering does and doesn't protect.Sole proprietor or corporation?
The main differences in cost, liability and taxes, in plain language.When to register for HST in Ontario
The $30,000 small supplier rule, and why some owners register early.Do you need a business licence in Ontario?
There's no single provincial licence. Here's where the real requirements come from.How to check if a company is Canadian-owned
Ownership, 'Product of Canada' labels, and why a Canadian name isn't proof.Grants and loans for new Ontario businesses
Starter Company Plus, Summer Company, Futurpreneur, northern and rural loans, and programs for specific groups.Frequently asked questions