Corporate Update
August 2020 Charity & NFP Law Update
Published on August 27, 2020

By Theresa L.M. Man

   
 

Corporations Canada Announces Streamlined Online Incorporation

Corporations Canada announced in July 2020 that it would begin providing a new streamlined service for online incorporation of not-for-profits whereby it is optional to submit a NUANS report when filing for incorporation. This means that those who want to incorporate online can propose and submit a corporate word name during the incorporation process. The proposed name would be approved as part of the process. Corporations Canada indicates that this new online service is intended to make incorporation easier and quicker, saving time and effort in the process.

   
 

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