Why should I choose Online Business Registry?

🔍 Trusted & Experienced We pride ourselves on our thorough and compliant review process, ensuring your business formation is precise and error-free. 🌟 Empowering Entrepreneurship By opting for our company, you’re not just choosing a service—you’re embracing a hybrid approach that combines the best of both worlds. Enjoy the flexibility and control of a ‘do it yourself’ strategy, while also benefiting from the expertise and peace of mind that comes with professional assistance. It’s the perfect balance for the modern entrepreneur—affordable, comprehensive, and human-centered. 👥 Personalized Attention Every client at Online Business Registry receives personalized attention. Our specialists treat your business with utmost care and professionalism, available to provide support via phone, live chat, or email. At the end of the day, your success is our business. ⚡ Super Express Service Experience our super express incorporation services designed for fast processing. Our specialists work diligently to complete your filing within 2 business hours of order placement, delivering your incorporation documents in record time. 💲 Affordable Pricing Understanding the financial challenges of new entrepreneurs, Online Business Registry offers an affordable pricing structure. We believe that cost should not be a barrier to your business aspirations, providing a cost-effective solution for your incorporation needs.

What happened to the Master Business License (MBL)?

Before October 18, 2021, any unincorporated business registrations in Ontario, including Sole Proprietorships, Partnerships, and Trade Names, were issued a document known as a Master Business License. However, as of October 18, 2021, the Master Business License was phased out and replaced with a new set of documents: Business Name Registration For a Sole Proprietorship Business Name Registration For a Corporation Firm Name Registration For a General Partnership Declaration of an Ontario Limited Partnership Firm Name Registration for an Ontario Limited Liability Partnership

Why can't I register a General Partnership Federally?

The federal corporate registry, Corporations Canada, doesn’t permit the federal registration of unincorporated businesses. Such businesses, including general partnerships, can only be registered at the provincial or territorial level.

How do I choose between a General Partnership and a Limited Partnership?

Choosing between a General Partnership and a Limited Partnership depends on your specific business needs and circumstances. General Partnership: Management: All partners have equal say in the business and are involved in the day-to-day operations. Liability: Partners agree to unlimited liability, meaning their personal assets are at risk for the business’s debts and obligations. Decision Making: All partners have the authority to make key decisions that affect the partnership. Limited Partnership: Management: Limited partners do not assist with day-to-day operations. The general partner(s) manage the business. Liability: Limited partners’ liability is limited to the amount of money or property they invest. Profit Sharing: The general partner(s) gets a bigger share of the earnings in exchange for increased contributions and risk. In summary, if you want all partners to be equally involved in management and decision-making, and they are willing to accept unlimited liability, a General Partnership may be the right choice. On the other hand, if you want to limit the liability of some partners and have a clear separation between management and investment, a Limited Partnership could be more suitable.

How quickly can you register my General Partnership?

We can have your general partnership registered in just 2 BUSINESS HOURS!

What do I need to know after registering?

Business Number: Once you’re registered, a business number from the CRA is created for your business. We can help you get this number through our service, which is available in all registration packages. CRA Program Accounts: The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has several program accounts that businesses may need to register for, depending on their specific operations. Here are the 4 major CRA program accounts related to unincorporated businesses: Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (RT): This account is needed if your business collects GST/HST. Payroll Deductions (RP): If your business pays employees, you’ll need to register for this account. Import-Export (RM): If your business imports goods or services abroad, you’ll need this account. Import-Export (RX): If your business sells goods or services abroad, you’ll need this account. Additional Permits & Licences: After incorporating your business, you may need to obtain additional permits and licenses based on the nature of your operations. These are typically obtained through your local city hall or municipal office.

What is required to maintain my registration?

In Ontario, it’s mandatory for unincorporated businesses to renew their registration every five years. If they don’t renew within two months of the five-year anniversary, they’ll need to file a new registration.

How can a foreign business operate in Ontario?

Please see our packages for Business Registry By Non-Residents

Ontario General Partnership Registration

Step 1 of 9 - Fees

Business Name
1. New registration or renewal?
1. a) Upload the existing documents
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 32 MB.
2. NUANS Report & Name Approval
2. b) BC Govt. Name Approval Queue
2. Name Approval & Name Process
2. Name Approval and Name Process
Upload NUANS/Name Approval
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 32 MB.
If you can't upload now, you may proceed with the order and send later via email at info@ontario-business.ca
3. How fast do you need to register?
4. Proposed name of this business
4. Name of this business
4. a) Enter 2nd preferred name
4. b) Enter 3rd preferred name
Strict Name Rules (please read before writing the name)
The name MUST be in French. If in any other words, it must be translated into French correctly. The name MUST contain 2 components:
1. The generic or descriptive component: This is a word or group of words that describes the nature of business. It can be common French word.
2. The unique or distinctive component: this is the specific component, a word or group of words that clearly distinguishes one business from another. It should be unique or distinctive word.
  Example: Quincaillerie Saint-Jean. 'Quincaillerie ' is the generic component, 'Saint-Jean' is unique component.

Help and Support
What is NUANS report?
Business must be registered in an approved name. To get this name approval from the provincial government, a NUANS report must be submitted.
How fast I can get documents?
It depends on your jurisdiction and the service speed you select. The timeline mentioned is an approximation and subject to government approval.
What documents I will get?
You will receive final business registration certificates (that has business registration number) in email by the service speed you chose. Afterwards, other services such as GST/HST account, CRA business number etc. will be emailed.
General Partnership: Firm Name Registration
General Partnership: Registration Sample

First Partner Details
First Name
Middle Name (if any)
Last Name
Complete Address
Same as business address

Street Address Suite/Unit (optional) City Province Postal Code
First Partner's ID Type
Please Upload the ID
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 32 MB.
Second Partner Details
First Name
Middle Name (if any)
Last Name
Complete Address
Same as business address

Street Address Suite/Unit (optional) City Province Postal Code
8.1. Do you want to add more partner?
Third Partner Details
First Name
Middle Name (if any)
Last Name
Complete Address
Same as business address

Street Address Suite/Unit (optional) City Province Postal Code
8.2. Do you want to add more partner?
Fourth Partner Details
First Name
Middle Name (if any)
Last Name
Complete Address
Same as business address

Street Address Suite/Unit (optional) City Province Postal Code
8.3. Do you want to add more partner?
Fifth Partner Details
First Name
Middle Name (if any)
Last Name
Complete Address
Same as business address

Street Address Suite/Unit (optional) City Province Postal Code
Note: If you want to add more than 5 partners, please proceed with these 5 partners and place order. Then give us a call and we can manually add additional partners.

Help and Support
Why need to upload ID?
As per Alberta government requirement, a valid government issued photo ID (passport or Driving License) must be submitted.

Business Supplies
A partnership agreement must be made to open a bank account or obtain any license or permit. A lawyer should draft it including the responsibilities and duties of each partner.
15. Partnership agreement preparation
16. Do you want Personalized Stamp in your business name?
17. Domain Name Reservation
18. Shipping address for supplies
Same as business address

Street Address Suite/Unit (optional) City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Help and Support
How partnership agreement is made?
Our lawyer will prepare this agreement and will contact for further information. Some basics will include in this agreement such as date of the agreement, capital contributions by partners, the method for transfer of the partnership interest, dissolution of assets, admission of new partners, the death of a partner, decision-making and dispute resolution etc.
What is stamp or seal?
Personalized stamp or seal is a protection against fraudulent activity. It has legal value (by default defends) in case anybody creates false docs or make false loan in your company name. It's highly recommended if your business has frequent transactions or provide receipt, invoices. It's also needed if you go for loan, mortgage, employment contract, service contract or any sub-contract.
What is domain name registration?
We are an agent of global domain registration. After your company name gets approved, we can instantly reserve a domain in your company name for 1 year or 5 years (example: www.companyname.com)