International founders
Build Your Canadian Business From Anywhere.
You do not have to live in Canada to explore establishing a Canadian business. We help international entrepreneurs understand business structure, registration, CRA setup, accounting requirements and ongoing Canadian compliance.
Registering a Canadian company does not create immigration status, residency or guaranteed banking approval.
Countries we work with
Pick where you're building from
Each guide covers local context, terminology and the questions founders in that market actually ask.
Canada Business Setup from UAE
A Dubai free-zone consultancy adding a Canadian entity to bill Canadian clients
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from Saudi Arabia
A Riyadh contracting group opening a Canadian procurement entity
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from Qatar
A Doha engineering consultancy invoicing Canadian projects
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from Kuwait
A Kuwaiti trading house adding a Canadian distribution entity
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from Bahrain
A Bahraini fintech or services firm contracting with Canadian clients
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from Oman
An Omani manufacturer setting up Canadian import accounts
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from India
A Bengaluru or Pune IT services firm invoicing Canadian clients
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from Pakistan
A Lahore software house contracting with Canadian and US clients
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from Bangladesh
An RMG or leather exporter opening a Canadian sales entity
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from Nigeria
A Lagos technology company contracting with North American clients
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from Kenya
A Nairobi SaaS or fintech company contracting with Canadian clients
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from Ghana
A Ghanaian exporter opening Canadian trade accounts
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from South Africa
A Cape Town agency or software firm invoicing Canadian clients
Read the guide →Canada Business Setup from China
A Shenzhen electronics supplier adding a Canadian entity to sell direct to Canadian retailers
Read the guide →The process
Five stages, handled by one Canadian team
- 01
Business structure review
Ontario or federal, ownership, directors and what it means for tax.
- 02
Canadian registration
Name search, articles and filings completed remotely.
- 03
CRA setup
Business Number, GST/HST, payroll and import/export where needed.
- 04
Accounting setup
Cloud software, chart of accounts and multi-currency handling.
- 05
Ongoing compliance
Bookkeeping, filings, reporting and a compliance calendar.
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Recommended Canadian Setup Path
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Recommended Canadian setup path
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Packages
Canada setup packages
Canada Launch
One founder, one Canadian company
From ~CAD $1,495
- • Structure consultation (federal vs Ontario)
- • Company registration
- • CRA Business Number setup
- • GST/HST review
- • Compliance calendar
Canada Launch Plus
Selling into Canada from day one
From ~CAD $2,495
- • Everything in Canada Launch
- • GST/HST registration
- • Accounting software setup
- • Bookkeeping onboarding
- • Import/export account setup where needed
- • Registered-office coordination where available
Canada Global
Operating groups and multi-entity founders
From ~CAD $4,995
- • Everything in Canada Launch Plus
- • Ongoing accounting and management reporting
- • Payroll setup where needed
- • Tax orientation session
- • Cross-border accounting coordination
FAQ
Non-resident questions, answered honestly
Can a non-resident own a Canadian company?
Yes. Non-residents can own shares in a Canadian corporation. Ontario corporations have no director residency requirement; federal corporations generally require 25% Canadian-resident directors.
Do I need a Canadian director?
Not for an Ontario corporation. If you incorporate federally, at least 25% of directors must be Canadian residents.
Does incorporation give me Canadian immigration status?
No. Registering a Canadian company does not create residency, citizenship, a visa or work authorization. Immigration matters must go through a licensed immigration professional.
Can a Canadian company open Stripe or a bank account?
Many Canadian corporations use Canadian payment processors and banks, but approval is decided by each institution on its own criteria. We prepare complete, professional corporate records to support your application — we cannot guarantee approval.
Do I need a Canadian address?
A corporation needs an address for corporate records and CRA correspondence. We coordinate registered-office services where available.
How is Canadian corporate tax calculated for non-residents?
A Canadian corporation pays Canadian corporate tax on its income regardless of where the shareholders live. Distributions to non-resident shareholders may attract withholding tax, often reduced by treaty. We plan this before you take money out.
Do I have to travel to Canada?
No. Registration, CRA setup and accounting onboarding are handled remotely with electronic documents.
How long does the whole setup take?
Ontario registration is usually one to two business days. CRA accounts and accounting setup typically complete within one to two weeks depending on responses and requirements.
Talk to Our Canada Team
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