Register a business name in Alberta
How do I register a business name in Alberta?
Alberta’s business-name route registers a trade name or partnership. It does not incorporate a company or give ownership of the name.
Where to begin
- Choose a name and check the rules for your business type.
- Consider a Business Name Report; it is recommended, not mandatory.
- Complete the applicable declaration and take it to an authorized Corporate Registry provider.
Before you open the official service
- Business-name information and the appropriate form
- Valid identification
- A Business Name Report if used, and payment
Keep your actual documents and account details off this website. Use the official service’s current checklist before applying.
What to check for your situation
The Declaration of Trade Name is for a trade name or sole proprietorship. Other partnership types require different forms.
Fees, processing times and document rules can change. This page helps you navigate; it does not confirm eligibility or replace the government’s instructions.
Practical questions
What does this route cost?
A provider charges both a government fee and a service fee.
- Ask the authorized registry provider for the total for your transaction. The reviewed page does not establish one all-inclusive price.
Official sources
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