BUSINESS NAME REGISTRATION

Build a Strong Identity for Your Business

A registered business name enhances credibility with clients, investors, and partners.

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Get your business name registered

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Select a name that reflects your brand, builds credibility, and stands out from competitors across Canada or within Ontario.

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File your business name with federal or provincial authorities to gain legal recognition and avoid potential conflicts or fines.

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Once approved, your business name is protected, allowing you to open bank accounts, sign contracts, and grow your business legally and confidently.

What you need to know about Registering a Business Name

Registering your business name is a must

A registered business name not only ensures your brand is unique, but it also provides legal protection, strengthens credibility with clients and investors, and allows you to operate across Canada or within a specific province like Ontario.

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Business bank accounts require a registered business name

A registered business name gives your company a distinct identity and prevents other businesses from using the same name. Registration is also required to open a business bank account, apply for permits, and enter into contracts legally.

Available to everyone, even non-residents

Any entrepreneur starting a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation in Canada should register a business name. Non-residents who plan to operate a Canadian business also need a registered name to comply with federal or provincial regulations.

Why choose C.A.T.S for your Business Name Registration?

Maximum Refund Guarantee

We search for every eligible deduction and credit to maximize your return.

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Specialists in Non-Resident Tax

We understand the complexities of cross-border income, residency changes, and foreign asset reporting.

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Completely Done-For-You Process

Send us the required documents and let our team of tax professionals handle the rest.

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Why Our Clients Love Us

  • "My Go-To for Years"

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    I would like to thank C.A.T.S Accounting office for their professionalism and sincere dedication in providing their accounting tax services to me throughout the past years. I’ve had a consistently and very positive experience with the office that continues to date. [Tax Professional Name] and his team go always extra mile to make sure everything is done properly, using all the tools and knowledge at their disposal. It is rare to encounter such a high standard of care and commitment. I wish them all the best and to many more successful years ahead.
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  • "Never Pay More Taxes Than Needed"

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  • "Corrected Mistakes On My Previous Years' Taxes"

    Years ago, when a student, I had made a mistake on my taxes (doing it on paper, not using software). OSAP was not going to provide funding for my second undergraduate degree until my taxes were corrected. C.A.T.S. Accounting corrected the mistake and verified the previous few years of taxes. I have been using C.A.T.S accounting ever since

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    I've been working with [Tax Professional Name] and his team at C.A.T.S Accounting for both my business and personal accounting needs since 2013 and I highly recommend their services.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Registering a business name gives your company legal recognition, protects it from competitors using the same name, and builds credibility with clients, partners, and investors. Both federal and provincial registration ensure compliance with Canadian laws.

  • Yes. If your business operates primarily in Ontario, registering your business name ensures local compliance, allows you to open a business bank account, and protects your brand within the province.

  • Absolutely. Non-residents can legally register a business name federally or provincially to operate a Canadian business, hire employees, and access Canadian markets while remaining fully compliant with CRA and provincial regulations.

  • Federal registration allows your business name to be used across all of Canada, ideal for companies planning national operations. Provincial registration, such as in Ontario, focuses on businesses operating primarily in that province, offering local protection and compliance.

  • Use a NUANS report for federal registration or the provincial database for Ontario to ensure your chosen name is unique. This step avoids legal conflicts and guarantees that your brand can be legally used.

  • Key requirements include the chosen business name, identification of the business owner(s), and completed federal or provincial registration forms. Non-residents may also need certified identification or proof of residency from their home country.

  • Registration timelines vary depending on federal or provincial authorities, but most business names can be approved within a few business days if all documents are submitted correctly.

  • Operating under an unregistered name can expose you to legal risks, fines, and brand disputes. Legal operations and contract signing should only occur after your business name is officially registered.

  • A registered business name allows you to obtain a CRA Business Number for HST, payroll, and corporate taxes, and enables you to open a business bank account, making financial management easier and compliant with Canadian regulations.

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