Ontario Company Key Online

Ontario Company Key Online

Quickly retrieve your company key or password to access certified corporate records, filings, and statements. Fast, secure, and compliant – get document access and control of your business data today.

Get it Done in 3 Simple Steps

1

Fill out our website form step by step and place order with Credit Card, PayPal or e-transfer.

2

Let our registry agent clear the payment, review your order and file with the Governmental unit. 

3

Check your inbox and receive the final documents. You are all set.

Jurisdictions Providing Company Key/Password

Federal Corporation Key

Quebec clicSEQUR Code

PEI Company Key

Why is Company Key Important?

Guarantee Secure Transactions

A company key will protect your business from unauthorized changes. Gain full control of the company!

Compliance with Requirements

It is a mandatory requirement to provide a company key to complete the necessary filings with the government.

Protection Against Fraud

With increased fraudulent activities, a secure access to business registry limits the risk of loss of business records.

Information Required for Application

Company
legal Name

Business/
Corporation Number

Official E-mail Address

Access to Registered
Address

Steps to Complete the Online Form

What Will You Receive?

Ontario Company Key

Federal Corporation Key

BC Company Password

How to get Ontario Company Key Online?

The Ontario Company Key is a unique 9-digit identifier issued by ServiceOntario that acts as a secure “password” for your corporation. It allows business owners and authorized personnel to access official corporate records online and perform government filings safely, such as updating addresses, filing annual returns, or managing other compliance requirements.

Why Your Business Needs a Company Key:

  • Access Corporate Records Quickly – View or update your company information securely online.

  • Required for Government Filings – Necessary for annual returns, address changes, and other official filings.

  • Ensure Compliance – Helps your business stay compliant with ServiceOntario regulations.

  • Secure & Reliable – Protects your business by ensuring only authorized personnel can access your records.

  • Supports Efficient Operations – Makes it faster and easier to manage official documents, updates, and communications.

Having a Company Key is mandatory for all Ontario businesses, making it an essential tool for smooth operations, regulatory compliance, and business growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find out why OBR leads the way in our industry. Check out our FAQs to see why we’re your top choice for all your needs.

company key is a secure and unique identifier issued to registered businesses, allowing them to access online government services. The corporation key acts as a digital passcode that verifies a company whenever it does business officially. A company key consists of a unique series of digits and/or characters. Example: 567894388

In different provinces the Corporation Key is named differently:

In the province of Ontario, companies registered with the Ontario Business Registry need a company key in order to keep company information private and secure. Companies can make a company key request through the registry to gain access to online filings and other essential services.

  1. Guarantee Secure Transactions
    A company key will keep unauthorized individuals from gaining access and modifying a company’s legal forms. Only authorized employees will be able to submit business forms, update company information, or submit compliance forms with a company key.
  2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements
    Government agencies require companies to use a corporation key in making the necessary filings. Without it, companies will be facing issues with remaining in good standing and will be exposed to fines and litigation.
  3. Protection Against Fraud
    With the increased risk of cyber-attack, a secure access key limits the chance of fraud and unauthorized alteration of business records. This protection maintains the business data in a state of integrity.

To obtain a corporation key, businesses must follow specific steps depending on their location. In Ontario, companies registered under the Ontario Business Registry can submit a company key request through our website. The company key is sent to the official email, registered office, or business address, as applicable, for a sole proprietorship, corporation, or other entity governed by corporate law statutes.

When requesting a company key using an official email on file, it will be sent via email. If no official email is on record, the company key can be mailed to the registered office, head office, or principal place of business, depending on the entity type. If you do not have access to the listed address, please contact us at 416-628-9349.

When requesting a corporation key, businesses may need to provide:

  • Business registration number
  • Official company name
  • Contact details of authorized personnel
  • Proof of ownership or authorization

A corporation key is typically provided by the relevant government agency overseeing business registrations. In Ontario, businesses can obtain their corporation key through the Ontario Business Registry after making a company key request. The key is sent to the official email address, registered office, or business address associated with the company. If you have lost or misplaced your key, you can request a replacement by placing a Company Key order through us.

In case of Federal incorporation you can find it on the “Corporate Information Sheet”, sent by email on your date of incorporation. You can find a corporation key on your email receipt from your annual return filed before September 15, 2021. If you still can’t find it you can request a new one.

No worries! Online Business Registry is an Official Intermediary of Service Ontario, who can help you to retrieve the company key from the government system. This process typically involves identity verification to prevent fraudulent claims. Please fill out the form to retrieve the company key.

Give us a call at 416-628-9349 during the business hours (9 am – 8 pm EST), and we will guide you how you can easily retrieve your Company Key online. 

  • Store the Key in a Safe Place: Keep a record of your company key in a secure location to prevent unauthorized access.

  • Limit Access to Authorized Personnel Only: Ensure that only trusted employees or legal representatives have access to the company key.

  • Regularly Update Security Protocols: Use multi-factor authentication (MFA) and other security measures to enhance protection against cyber threats.

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