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  • Ontario Personal Real Estate Corporation (PREC) Package at $899

  • Online Business Registry is a registered member of Corporations Canada. We have prepared this simple and easy form in a very step by step method to make it easy for you to incorporate a personal real estate corporation online. Since October 1, 2020, we have incorporated many personal real estate corporations in Ontario and hence, we can assure you, your corporation would be set up correctly by us.
  • Help and Support

  • How fast can I get docs?
    We offer regular, express and urgent queue. In an urgent queue, corporation is filed two business hours, in express queue in one business day and regular queue in ten business days.
  • What documents I get?
    You will get corporation's certificate and article in email. If you include the by-laws and minutebook, you will receive these in email as well. These documents are sufficient to open bank account.
  • Who prepares it?
    Our agency is backed by law firm. We prepare the articles of corporation, by laws and other documents. Our team incorporate personal real estate corporations everyday.
  • Is there any hidden costs?
    Absolutely no hidden costs. When you set up a corporation, there are many filings needed to be done. We offer all filing into a single place. Therefore, in next steps, we will offer those services. You have option to choose or not to choose. If you do not choose anything else, your price will remain as you see in the first page.
  • What other services offered?
    Being a OneStop shop, we offer pretty much all corporation related services. We are backed by lawyers and accountants. In Next steps, you will find options to choose NUANS report (for named corporation), CRA business number, corporate tax ID, GST account, payroll account, export-import account, WCB account, minutebook, share certificates, corporate seal, domain name reservation and one year service support.
  • PREC: Articles of Incorporation
    PREC: Certificate of Incorporation
    PREC: Minutebook
  • Corporation Name

  • Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 8 MB.
  • Help and Support

  • How fast can I get docs?
    We offer regular, express and urgent queue. In an urgent queue, corporation is filed two business hours, in express queue in one business day and regular queue in ten business days.
  • How to choose a valid name?
    The legal name of a personal real estate corporation, whose controlling individual is Robert Smith, can be one of the following: Robert Smith Personal Real Estate Corporation (legal name + the term “personal real estate corporation”);Rob Smith Personal Real Estate Corporation (recognizable short form + the term “personal real estate corporation”);Bob Smith Personal Real Estate Corporation (licensee name of the controlling individual as registered with RECBC + the term “personal real estate corporation”).
  • How about legal suffix?
    A personal real estate corporation name must end with the legal suffix "personal real estate corporation". You can include it in the proposed name. If you do not include it, we will include this phrase after the name of corporation.
  • How name approval works?
    We are a member of Corporations Canada. We first pre-search into Corporations Canada system and provincial name database. If the name gets conflict or high chance of being rejected, we will advise you to submit new names.
  • Corporation's Address

  • To register a corporation in this province, a local provincial physical address is required where the government will send documents. If you do not have a physical address in this province, our agency provides address and mail scanning service.
  • Help and Support

  • What is corporation's address?
    It is the location where business is located. It can be a commercial rented place or home address. It can't be a P.O Box, must be a physical address. CRA documents will go to this address.
  • Can I change this address later?
    Yes, these address can be changed later. In many cases when commercial place is not rented yet, residential address is given.
  • Do you provide address service?
    If you do not have a local provincial address, we provide registered address and mail scanning service. Please click, on the form where says, "If you don't have address in this province, click here"
  • Is the address service renewable?
    Yes, you have the choice to renew it on an annual basis. Normally, the price remains same.
  • Director: Single Controlling Director

  • 3.1. Single Controlling Director: the real estate agent and the overall head of the corporation
  • Help and Support

  • Who is the Controlling Director?
    The Controlling Director is the the real estate agent and overall head of the corporation. You cannot add more than one director . Please note that the Controlling Director must be either Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident.
  • How about doing for a client?
    If you are doing corporation for a client, please do not write here your name. This place is the name of the primary owner (the real estate agent) of the corporation. We don't contact this person, rather we contact the person mentioned in billing address. You can write your details in the billing address during checkout.
  • Incorporator

  • Help and Support

  • Who is an incorporator?
    Incorporator is the person(s), under whose authority this corporation is being created. Typically, the Controlling Director is the incorporator (recommended). However, another corporation can be the incorporator (not recommended).
  • How about doing for a client?
    If you are doing for a client, you may choose 'The Controlling Director is the Incorporator'. We do not contact your client, rather we contact the person in the billing address. You may write your details in billing address.
  • Minutebook (by-laws & share structure prepared by lawyer)

  • Why Minute Book Matters?

  • As per PREC rules, a personal real estate corporation must have by-laws and share structure where the the Controlling Director MUST hold the equity voting share. The Controlling Director or family members can also hold non-equity non-voting shares. The minutebook is the legal document prepared by lawyer which consists of the by-laws and share structure, shareholders, and officers (president) prepared as per PREC rules. Therefore, either you include it with your order or else, you need to get it done after your corporation registered. It's REQUIRED to register with your brokerage and to open bank account.
  • Help and Support

  • Is minutebook required?
    Yes, it's mandatory as per corporation act and PREC rules. The controlling shareholder, share structure, share class, number of shares are defined in minutebook.
  • Any advantage of doing in package?
    Yes. Package price is cheaper than buying it later, because preparing it separately is a manual process which cost more and takes longer time. Besides, when you incorporate a new corporation, the expenses are called business development expense which is tax creditable. Any spending you do after corporation exists, is considered as operating expense which are not tax creditable.
  • Corporation Officer: President

  • Help and Support

  • What designation to choose?
    As per PREC rules, the Controlling Director must be the one and only officer and hold designation as "president"
  • Will the Controlling Director hold all positions?
    Yes, in personal real estate corporation, the same person can be director, incorporator, officer and shareholder. The only option that PREC allows, is your immediate family members (minimum age 18) can be added as of shareholder for non-equity non-voting shares (in next section).
  • Class A Equity (Voting) Share: For Controlling Shareholder

  • As per PREC rules, the controlling director must be the 'controlling shareholder'. you can't add anyone else for in class A equity voting share.
  • Help and Support

  • What price and number to put?
    Share price and share number can be changed any time. Now you are setting up just initial price and share number. Most people starts with $1 as share price and 1 as share number.
  • Optional class B non-equity (non-voting) share

  • Though in most PREC cases, class B non-voting shares are not issued, yet as per PREC rules, the corporation has choice to issue class B non-equity (non-voting) shares. The controlling shareholder and/or family member (minimum age 18) can hold non-equity class B (non-voting) share.
  • Class B: First Additional Shareholder

  • Class B: 2nd Additional Shareholder

  • Class B: 3rd Additional Shareholder

  • Class B: 4th Additional Shareholder

  • Class B: 5th Additional Shareholder

  • Note: If you want to add more additional shareholders, you may need to place a customized order. For now, you can place order with these shareholders and afterwards, give us a call to convert it into a customized order.
  • Help and Support

  • What is class B shares?
    These are non-equity non-voting shares (weaker than class A). Most people PREC corporation don't issue it in the beginning.
  • What price and number to put?
    Share price and share number can be changed any time. Now you are setting up just initial price and share number. Most people starts with $1 as share price and 1 as share number.
  • How to put share in percentage?
    Total share is calculated by adding up each shareholder's share number. Example: your share is 60, your spouse's share is 40. Then total shares = 60 + 40 = 100. In this case, you hold 60% and spouse holds 40%. If more than one shareholder and you want to assign in percentage, make total share number as 100.
  • CRA Account Registrations

  • Help and Support

  • Why need HST account?
    It's the initial set up for a HST account with CRA. Every corporation should have a HST account to collect HST. To claim your HST paid amount on your office supplies purchases, you also need this account.
  • What is payroll account?
    Payroll account applicable in all cases. Even if you do not have employee, your own salary to be processed through payroll account. Please note, this is not payroll service, but the initial set up of payroll account with CRA.
  • What is import export account?
    If your business involves in importing or exporting physical goods, it is required. The government uses this account to process the customs clearance.
  • Other Registrations

  • Help and Support

  • What is domain name?
    We are an agent of global domain registration. After your company name gets approved, we can instantly reserve a domain in your company name (example: www.companyname.com)
  • What is WSIB registration?
    It's workers' compensation board (safety and injury board). If your corporation plan to have employees now or in future, it MUST register with WSIB. We register and give you the account number and hook you with WSIB authority. Please note, it does not cost monthly premium fees, rather WSIB authority will advise on your eligibility of free program or fees.
  • What is initial returns?
    The government of Ontario has made mandatory to file the notice of initial returns within 60 days of incorporation. Failing to file initial returns may cause your corporation to be null and void. We advise you include in the package in case you forget to file later.
  • Corporate Supplies & Support

  • Help and Support

  • What is legal acknowledgement letter?
    A legal letter prepared and signed by an Ontario solicitor or corporate lawyer that re-confirms the corporation's article and by-laws are prepared as per PREC regulations.
  • What is share certificate?
    Share certificates is the legal and official proof of ownership of corporation. You need it to show in any official purpose such as bank, contracts, mortgage etc. It's an absolute recommended items if you have more than one shareholder. We will send some blanks certificates as well which could be used in future in case you add any other person (such as spouse, child, friend) as shareholder.
  • What is corporate seal?
    Seal is a protection against fraudulent activity. It has legal value (by default defends) in case anybody create false docs or make false loan in your company name. It's highly recommended if your company 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 does service support include?
    It includes legal, accounting and corporation update services. Every new corporation receives notices from CRA, federal & provincial government, competitor business etc. As a small company, if you do not have your own lawyer and accountant, then our lawyer, accountant and corporation specialist here for you. It's a $399 dollar service, but only $99 with package.
  • How supplies will be shipped?
    Supplies (physical minute book, share certificate, corporate seal) will be shipped by Canada Post (expedited) and you will receive a tracking number in your email. Please note, this address is for shipping of supplies only. Government documents always go to corporation's address.
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Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: June 05, 2026

Agreement to Our Legal Terms

Welcome to ONTARIO BUSINESS REGISTRY – OBR ONLINE SERVICES INC.

We are Online Business Registry ('Company', 'we', 'us', or 'our'). Online Business Registry is a registered Company in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. We operate the website https://ontario-business.ca/ (the 'Site'), as well as any other related products and services that refer or link to these legal terms (collectively, the 'Services').

These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding Agreement between Online Business Registry and all its Users. If you access and/or use our Website, it means that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with all these legal terms, you may not access our Website.

Changes to the Terms and Conditions

The Company reserves the right to revise and amend these Terms and Conditions at our discretion without any previous notice. All changes are active as soon as we post them on our Website. It is the Users' responsibility to review the Website periodically and stay informed of any changes. Your continued use of the Services after any revised Legal Terms are posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

The Services are intended for users who are at least the age of majority in their Province or territory of residence. In Ontario, persons under the age of 18 are not permitted to use or register for the Services.

If you have any questions or concerns about our services or company, please contact us by phone at 416-628-9349, or email us at info@ontario-business.ca.

1. Our Services

Online Business Registry is a private company that provides business registration services. We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any federal, provincial, or municipal government. Our services involve preparing and submitting documents to government agencies on your behalf, for which we charge service fees separate from any government fees.

It is your responsibility as a User to ensure that your use of this Website and our services complies with the laws and regulations of your country or jurisdiction.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

The materials on this Website — including all content, features, illustrations, images, icons, and logos — are the intellectual property of Online Business Registry, protected by domestic and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You are authorized to print or download pages from the Website for your own business purposes, or if you are a professional intermediary, on behalf of your clients. You are NOT allowed to:

  • Make modifications to any material from our Website
  • Resell or redistribute our content
  • Use our materials to offer competing services

Any breach of these Intellectual Property Rights will constitute a material breach of our Legal Terms and your right to use our Services will terminate immediately.

3. Use of Services and Products

Our services and products are intended for direct use by the purchasing party or, where the purchasing party is a professional intermediary (such as a lawyer, accountant, or business consultant), for use on behalf of the intermediary's clients.

Professional Intermediaries: Lawyers, accountants, business consultants, and other professionals may purchase our services on behalf of their clients. In such cases, the professional intermediary is the customer of record and is responsible for payment, communication, and compliance with these Terms and Conditions.

Prohibited Uses: You may not:

  • Resell, white-label, rebrand, or redistribute our services as your own
  • Use our services to operate a competing incorporation or business registration service
  • Violate any laws or regulations
  • Infringe on the rights of others
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Use our Services to distribute harmful or illegal content

We reserve all rights not expressly granted to you in and to the Services, Content, and Marks.

4. Users' Representations

By using the Services, you indicate and certify that:

  • All the information you provide to us is true, correct, and complete
  • You will inform us immediately if there is any change in your information
  • You have the legal age and capacity to enter into this Agreement
  • You will only use our Website and Services for legal and authorized purposes
  • You will not violate any applicable law or regulation

If you provide any information that is untrue, inaccurate, not current, or incomplete, we have the right to suspend or terminate your order and refuse any current or future use of our Services.

5. Users' Restrictions

By using this Website, you are solely responsible for the activities that occur when you use our Site or Services. You are not allowed to transmit or post any content that is unlawful, offensive, threatening, defamatory, or obscene. Online Business Registry reserves the right to determine whether any content is appropriate and complies with these Terms and Conditions.

6. Users' Identity Verification and Authorization for Payment

Online Business Registry follows the standard rules of Identity Verification according to Canadian law, including PIPEDA and applicable anti-money laundering regulations. We are required to verify the identity of a payer if they are not the Director, Incorporator, or partner of the business. We will not process an order or offer a service until:

  • A successful Identity Verification of the payer is completed
  • Consent of Authorization for the payment has been obtained

7. Users' Data

We will maintain certain data that you transmit to the Services for the purpose of managing performance. Although we perform regular routine backups of data, you are solely responsible for all data that you transmit or that relates to any activity you have undertaken using the Services. We shall have no liability to you for any loss or corruption of any such data.

8. Products and Services

We make every effort to display accurate information about our products and services. However, we cannot certify that all information provided on our Website is correct, complete, or free of errors. Products and services are subject to availability, and prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to discontinue any products or services at any time for any reason.

8.1 Address Service

The Address Service enables Users who do not maintain a physical address in a required jurisdiction to utilize an address provided by Online Business Registry solely for business registration purposes. This Service is strictly limited to satisfying registration requirements and shall not be used for business operations.

A separate Address Service Agreement must be fully executed before the service is active. The mail scanning service includes the following limitations:

  • Only official government correspondence will be accepted, scanned, and forwarded digitally to the User
  • All other mail, including bank statements, personal correspondence, marketing materials, and packages, will be refused and returned to sender
  • Online Business Registry assumes no liability for refused mail or any consequences arising from such refusal

The Address Service is provided on an annual subscription basis. If renewal payment is not received within thirty (30) days after the expiry date:

  • The outstanding amount will be sent to a collection agency
  • Online Business Registry will notify the relevant government authorities that the business is using the address without authorization
  • The User will be notified via phone and email before such actions are taken
  • The User may face legal consequences for unauthorized use of the address

8.2 Agent Service (Agent for Service / Attorney Service)

The Agent Service satisfies governmental requirements in certain jurisdictions that mandate a local resident act as a representative for businesses. A separate Agent Service Agreement must be fully executed before the service commences.

The appointed agent does not have authority to:

  • Conduct business operations on behalf of the User
  • Enter into contracts or agreements
  • Make business decisions
  • Represent the User in any capacity beyond statutory requirements

The Agent Service operates under the same annual subscription model as the Address Service, including all renewal, non-payment, and notification terms outlined in Section 8.1.

8.3 Government Information and Documentation Fees

Certain government-issued identifiers such as a Business Number or Ontario Company Key are issued at no cost by the government. However, Online Business Registry charges a service fee for:

  • Retrieving these credentials from government systems
  • Securing and safeguarding this sensitive information
  • Delivering the information through secure channels
  • Providing guidance on proper usage and security

8.4 Instant and Automated Products

Certain products such as instant name searches, NUANS reports, and document retrievals are generated or delivered automatically upon order placement. Because processing begins immediately, these products may be non-refundable as set out in Section 12.

9. Purchases and Payment

All prices are in Canadian currency (CAD). We accept the following forms of payment:

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • PayPal
  • Interac

By ordering our Services or Products, you agree to provide current, complete, and accurate payment information. A binding contract between you and Online Business Registry is formed at the moment your payment is successfully processed.

We reserve the right to reject any order if we consider there is a discrepancy, a possible scam, or if it does not meet our verification requirements. Billing errors such as duplicate charges will be corrected through administrative adjustments, handled separately from our Refund Policy.

10. Service Term and Termination

These Legal Terms shall remain in full force and effect while you use our Services. We reserve the right to deny access, terminate accounts, or remove posted content at any time and for any reason without notice or liability.

We may terminate our services with you in the following cases:

  • If you violate our Agreement
  • If we cannot verify your identity
  • If we believe there is any suspicious activity on your part
  • If you do not provide the documentation we request in a timely manner

When an agreement expires at the natural end of its term, no refund is available as the service has already been fully provided.

11. Service Limitation and Expiration

11.1 Suspension and Termination

Online Business Registry reserves the right to suspend or terminate a service if there are consistent and material violations of policies, or if suspension or termination is required by law.

11.2 Abandoned Orders

If Online Business Registry requires additional information from a User and the User fails to respond, the following protocol applies:

  • Initial contact is made by phone and email
  • A second reminder is sent if no response is received within 7 days
  • A third and final reminder with a deadline is sent after a further 7 days
  • If no response is received within 28 days of initial contact, the order is deemed abandoned and closed with no refund issued

Reactivation of abandoned orders is at our sole discretion and may require a reactivation fee before Services can resume.

12. Refund Policy

Refund eligibility is determined by the work completed at the time of your cancellation request. If you wish to cancel your order, contact us as soon as possible.

12.1 Non-Refundable Fees

The following fees are non-refundable for all orders, regardless of order value, completion status, or timing of cancellation:

  • Payment Processing Fees
  • Agency Fee (also referred to as Service Fee or Online Business Registry Fee)
  • Instant, Automated, or API-Delivered Product Fees (including Instant NUANS reports)
  • Name Search & Analysis Fees
  • Specialist Review Fees
  • NUANS Report Fees
  • Name Approval Fees
  • Document Retrieval Fees

These fees are non-refundable even if the order was placed in error or cancellation is requested immediately after ordering. Online Business Registry is a private company, not a government agency. Belief that you were transacting with a government entity is not grounds for a refund.

12.2 Refundable Fees Under Certain Conditions

  • Government Fees – only if filing has not been submitted to the government yet
  • Draft Fees – only if a draft has not been sent for approval via email yet
  • Company Key Retrieval Fees – only if the company key has not been requested from the government yet
  • Shipping Fees – only if the shipping department has not started preparing the physical items
  • Future Date Fees – only if a future date was not used for filing

12.3 Add-on Services

A full refund for the following add-on services is available only if the work has not yet been started or submitted:

  • Minute Book – if the minute book has not been prepared
  • Initial Return Filing – if the filing has not been submitted to the government yet
  • Annual Return / Declaration – if the filing has not been submitted to the government yet
  • Company Key – if the company key has not been provided via email yet
  • Domain / Email – if the domain or email addresses have not been registered yet
  • Google Listing – if the application process has not started yet
  • Business Number – if the business number has not been provided via email yet
  • GST / PST / Payroll / WCB Account Setup – if consent has not been given to proceed with CRA registrations
  • Share Certificate – if the Share Certificate has not been prepared
  • Corporate Seal – if the corporate seal has not been prepared
  • Trademark Pre-Submission Fees – if no search or analysis has been completed
  • Trademark Post-Submission Fees – if the trademark application has not been submitted to the government

12.4 Company-Initiated Refunds

Full refund of all fees (including Payment Processing Fees) if:

  • The requested service is outside the scope of our offerings, discovered after order placement
  • Online Business Registry lacks the legal authority to complete the service in the applicable jurisdiction
  • An unremediable technical failure solely on our systems prevents service completion

Refund of Agency Fee and Service-Specific Fees (Payment Processing Fees retained) if:

  • Online Business Registry makes a processing error (e.g., incorrect service processed)

The following are not grounds for a company-initiated refund:

  • Government rejection of a filing or application
  • Requested business name being unavailable
  • Incorrect, incomplete, or insufficient information provided by the customer
  • Customer failing to respond to requests for required information or documentation
  • Customer changing their mind after order placement
  • Service processing time exceeding customer expectations

12.5 Chargeback & Disputes

The following are not valid grounds for initiating a chargeback or payment dispute:

  • Order placed in error or by mistake
  • Immediate cancellation request after order placement
  • Belief that Online Business Registry is a government agency
  • Dissatisfaction with service speed or delivery time
  • Buyer's remorse or change of mind

Upon receiving notice of a chargeback, we will attempt to contact the User and resolve the matter directly. If unresolved, we reserve the right to respond through payment processor channels. Evidence we may provide includes:

  • Government documents prepared, submitted, or received on behalf of the User
  • Proof of any physical goods prepared or shipped
  • Email correspondence and order confirmations
  • Payment transaction details and receipts
  • Recorded phone conversations
  • Any other documentation relevant to the transaction

As a condition of resolving any dispute, Online Business Registry reserves the right to require the User to enter into a Non-Disparagement Agreement restricting negative public statements about Online Business Registry on any platform, including social media and review websites.

13. Third-Party Websites and Content

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or content. We do not investigate, monitor, or check these for accuracy, appropriateness, or completeness, and we are not responsible for their practices, policies, or content. If you leave our Services and access third-party websites, these Legal Terms no longer apply and you do so at your own risk.

14. Privacy Policy

Online Business Registry is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with PIPEDA and other applicable privacy laws. For complete details, please refer to our Privacy Policy at https://ontario-business.ca/privacy-policy/.

14.1 Privacy Officer

Ontario Business Registry – OBR Online Services Inc., 102-1270 Central Pkwy W, Mississauga, Ontario L5C 4P4. Email: info@ontario-business.ca. Phone: 416-628-9349.

14.2 Personal Information We Collect

  • Name, business name, and contact information
  • Payment and billing information
  • Government identification numbers (as required by law)
  • Business registration information
  • Any other information you choose to provide

14.3 How We Use Your Information

  • To provide our incorporation and business registration services
  • To process payments and maintain billing records
  • To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
  • To communicate with you about your orders and services
  • To improve our services and customer experience

14.4 Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal information with:

  • Government agencies as required for business registrations
  • Payment processors to facilitate transactions
  • Professional service providers who assist us in delivering our services
  • Law enforcement when required by law

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

14.5 Your Privacy Rights

Under PIPEDA, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information in our custody or control
  • Request corrections to your personal information
  • Withdraw consent for certain uses of your information
  • File a complaint with our Privacy Officer or the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

We will respond to access requests within 30 days as required by PIPEDA.

14.6 Data Security

We use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption when transmitting data from your connection to our systems. We store information in systems designed to prevent unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

14.7 Updates to Privacy Practices

We may update our privacy practices from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by updating our Privacy Policy and posting a notice on our Website.

15. Modifications and Interruptions

We reserve the right to change, modify, or remove the contents of our services at any time or for any reason without notice. We cannot guarantee the services will be available at all times, and we are not liable for any modification, price change, suspension, or discontinuance of the Services.

16. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles.

17. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada. You agree to submit to the personal and exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within the Province of Ontario, and waive any objection to such jurisdiction or venue.

18. Corrections

We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in descriptions, pricing, or availability at any time without prior notice. Online Business Registry does not accept any liability for the accuracy or completeness of any information on the Website.

19. Disclaimer

The information on our Website is provided "AS IS" without warranty or representation of any kind. Online Business Registry:

  • Is not a law firm and does not offer legal advice or legal representation
  • Is a private company not affiliated with any government agency
  • Does not guarantee the use, operation, or function of this Website
  • Is not liable for any loss or damages resulting from use of this Website

Information on this Site is for educational or informational purposes only and does not constitute advice of any kind. If you require specific warranted results, we recommend consulting a qualified professional in that area.

20. Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by applicable law, Online Business Registry shall NOT be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising in connection with:

  • The use or performance of any product, service, or intellectual property
  • Any claim based on contract or warranty
  • Any error, omission, or defect in information provided

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits our liability for:

  • Death or personal injury caused by our negligence
  • Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
  • Gross negligence or willful misconduct
  • Any liability which cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law

Our total cumulative liability for any claim shall be limited to the amount paid by the Claimant to the Company in the 12 months preceding the event giving rise to the liability.

20.1 No Guarantee of Outcomes

While we strive to ensure accurate preparation and timely submission of all documents, we cannot guarantee:

  • Government approval of any registration or incorporation
  • Specific processing timelines by federal or provincial authorities
  • Availability of requested business names or trade names
  • Acceptance of filed documents by regulatory bodies
  • The ongoing compliance or success of registered businesses

Our services are limited to document preparation and submission assistance only.

21. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold Online Business Registry harmless from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with any third-party claim related to the products or services' quality or performance, or your use of any information obtained from our Website.

22. Waiver and Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unenforceable under applicable law, that will not affect the enforceability of the other provisions. No failure by the Company to assert a right or provision shall constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

23. Electronic Communications, Transactions, and Signatures

By visiting our Website, emailing us, or completing online forms, you consent to receive electronic communications. You agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications provided electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communication be in writing. You agree to the use of electronic signatures, contracts, orders, and records, and waive any requirement for original signatures or non-electronic records.

24. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to causes beyond their reasonable control, including fire, flood, earthquake, pandemic, governmental action, war, terrorism, or acts of God. The affected party shall:

  • Promptly notify the other party in writing of the force majeure event
  • Provide full particulars of the event and its expected duration
  • Use all reasonable efforts to mitigate the effects
  • Resume performance as soon as reasonably practicable after the event ceases

If a force majeure event prevents performance for more than 60 consecutive days, either party may terminate the affected services upon written notice. Force majeure does not excuse the obligation to pay money already owed.

25. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Legal Terms or any of your rights or obligations without our prior written consent. We may assign these Legal Terms or any of our rights at any time without notice or consent. Any unauthorized assignment shall be null and void.

26. Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions and other relevant policies incorporated herein constitute the sole and entire agreement between the User and the Company regarding the Website, superseding all prior understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties of any kind.

27. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our services or products, please contact us at:

  • Online Business Registry, 102-1270 Central Pkwy W, Mississauga, Ontario L5C 4P4, Canada
  • Phone: 416-628-9349
  • Email: info@ontario-business.ca