Business incorporation and registration
To operate an incorporated business in Nova Scotia, you must apply through the Registry of Joint Stock Companies.
You will need:
- An approved business name for which you may have to pay a name search fee
- Completed incorporation forms, obtainable through a lawyer or some private sector firms
- To pay an application fee of $308.71
- To pay a registration fee of $108.62
Other conditions may apply.
Your incorporation certificate and business number will be sent to you by mail within 5 to 10 days of approval.
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