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Protect your business with a trademark in Canada

Protect your trademark in Canada! Want to learn how to choose and secure your trademark? Discover the crucial steps to protect it, the mistakes to avoid, and the essential rights that await you.
Québec

How to choose a business name in Quebec ?

Choosing a business name can be complex, especially if you want it to be unique and available. Discover the crucial steps to check your name's availability, avoid common mistakes, and ensure it complies with Quebec laws.
Ontario

Non-profit organization in Ontario

Create a nonprofit organization in Ontario and achieve charity status! Learn how a legal entity can provide distinct legal personality, and understand the difference between a nonprofit corporation and a charitable organization.
Choisir son nom d'entreprise

How to choose your corporation’s name in Ontario ?

Let yourself be guided through the essential steps of selecting a distinctive, legal, and standout name in Ontario. Discover the available options, necessary checks, and rules to ensure your business name is unique and relevant.
Incorporation Ontario

Incorporation in Ontario: federally or provincially ?

Incorporate your company in Ontario federally or provincially? Discover the differences between federal incorporation (CBCA) and provincial incorporation (OBCA). Make the right choice for your business with the help of Lexstart!
Administrateurs d'une société par actions

The director in a Quebec corporation

Discover the crucial role of a director in a Quebec corporation! How do they oversee companies, make strategic decisions, and ensure compliance? Although their liability is limited, directors must act with care and loyalty.
Société par actions vs société en nom collectif

Corporation VS General Partnership

Simon and Léa opted for a corporation, but is a partnership a better alternative? Discover at a glance how these two structures compare in terms of ease of management, liability, decision-making, taxation, and longevity.
patrimoine wealth

Why have a wealth management advisor?

A wealth management advisor can help you structure your finances and optimize your tax situation. This article explores the advantages of this personalized support, essential to protecting and growing your assets.
nouvelles obligations - new obligations

New legal obligations relating to corporate transparency

Find out about the new information to be declared to REQ from March 31, 2023. These obligations are designed to enhance transparency, protect the public, and combat fraud, money laundering and tax evasion.
Individuals

Individuals with significant control

Are you an incorporated company? Find out about the crucial obligations present since June 2019 on keeping the register of important controllers. Learn what this means for you, how to identify these individuals, and how to avoid sanctions.