Fill out the incorporation form online and register your corporation with our corporate lawyers at an affordable fee.

For a Named Corporation, a NUANS Report is required to verify the uniqueness of your proposed business name and ensure it doesn't conflict with existing businesses. We will carefully check to confirm that your chosen name isn't already in use by other companies.

In Alberta, corporations are typically required to appoint an agent for service. This agent must have a physical address within Alberta, where legal documents and official notices can be reliably delivered

To qualify as a director of a corporation in Alberta, an individual must be at least 18 years old and have the mental capacity to manage their own affairs.

Articles of Incorporation are a fundamental requirement for forming a corporation in Canada. In Alberta, these articles typically include key details such as: Corporate Name, Registered Office Address, Share Structure, Directors, Restrictions, and Effective Date.

Corporate bylaws and a minute book are essential components of a well-organized and legally compliant corporation. Let's take a closer look at what these documents are and why they are important for a corporation.

Corporate Bylaws: Corporate bylaws are internal rules established by a corporation to guide its operations, structure, management, and decision-making processes.
Minute Book: A minute book is a physical or digital repository for essential corporate records, including meeting minutes, resolutions, contracts, and other official documents.

Adding and Maintaining Shareholder Records in the Corporate Registry

Keeping accurate shareholder records is essential for corporate governance. Here’s why:

Regulatory Compliance: Alberta corporations must keep updated shareholder records to comply with the Business Corporations Act (BCA). This supports proper governance and helps avoid penalties.

Ownership Verification: The shareholder register confirms share ownership, providing proof in case of disputes or when shares are transferred.

Facilitating Share Transfers: Updating records during share transfers prevents confusion and supports smooth transitions.

Corporate Continuity: Accurate records ensure seamless ownership transitions, reducing potential disputes or delays.

A shareholder is an individual or entity that owns one or more shares in a corporation, representing an ownership stake. Shareholders may include individuals, corporations, trusts, or other legal entities.

Corporate officers are individuals appointed or elected to key executive roles within a corporation. Their specific responsibilities and qualifications are often outlined by the corporation’s bylaws, articles of incorporation, and organizational needs. Common officer positions in Alberta include President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and CEO.