Doing business in Canada
How quickly can I set up a business?
1-2 weeks
What is the minimum investment needed?
There is no minimum.
How can I raise finance?
Shareholders may advance funds, third party shareholders may invest, bank or private lending.
What are the legal requirements for setting up my business?
You can operate as a branch of the existing foreign entity or incorporate a Canadian subsidiary, either federally or provincially.
What structure should I consider?
This depends on whether the business in Canada has a permanent establishment. In the case of a permanent establishment, the usual recommendation would be a subsidiary Canadian corporation.
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