Plan the government steps for a new business
What government steps should I check before starting a business?
The federal starting-a-business guide organizes common setup tasks: planning, choosing a name, registration, permits and financing support. It is a map to the responsible services, not one application that completes everything. Work through the parts relevant to your structure, activities and location, then check provincial and municipal requirements before starting operations.
Where to begin
- Review the planning and structure guidance on the official hub.
- Follow the relevant name and registration links.
- Check permits, local requirements and support programs for your planned activities.
Before you open the official service
- A description of the proposed activities
- The province and municipality
- The ownership structure being considered
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
Registration alone does not authorize every activity. The appropriate government body or qualified adviser must resolve legal and tax questions.
Fees, processing times and document rules can change. This page helps you navigate; it does not confirm eligibility or replace the government’s instructions.
Official sources
Prepared by Active K Digital from the linked public guidance. Read our source approach.