Choosing the appropriate business structure is one of the first and most important legal decisions entrepreneurs face when starting a business. The legal structure you select can have significant implications for taxation, liability, financing, management, succession planning, and the long-term growth of your business. In Ontario, entrepreneurs generally choose from four primary business structures: sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and co-operatives. Each st

Lawyers and businesses have long awaited an update to Ontario’s antiquated business filing system. It has never been more true since most people now work remotely, and documents are signed and filed electronically. The new Ontario Business Registry has officially launched. Up until this point, Ontario remained one of the few provinces that did not accept electronic filings without the use of third-party service providers. As of October 19, 2021, more than 90 transactions may