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C1 Business Logistics/Ontario Services/Register a Business

Same-Day Ontario Filing

Ontario Business Registration (Sole Proprietorship & Partnership)

Timeline: Processed and completed within 24 business hours

Jurisdiction: Ontario, Canada

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Request Help with Ontario Business Registration (Sole Proprietorship & Partnership)

Complete this quick 60-second request. A dedicated Canadian compliance specialist will review your proposed name and structure availability.

Service Overview

Detailed Scope & Legal Framework

Operating a business in Ontario under any name other than your legal personal name requires mandatory registration under the Business Names Act. C1 Business Logistics manages the entire filing process through the Ontario Business Registry (OBR), securing your 9-digit Business Identification Number (BIN) and official proof of registration required to open commercial bank accounts, sign vendor leases, and operate legally across Ontario.

Official Deliverables You Receive

Ontario Business Name Search screening prior to registration

Preparation and electronic filing via the Ontario Business Registry (OBR)

Official Ontario Master Business Licence / Business Name Registration document

Assignment of 9-digit Ontario Business Identification Number (BIN)

Bank-ready documentation package for commercial account setup

Guidance on 5-year renewal requirements and address maintenance

Ontario Statutory Requirement (OBR & OBCA)

Filed directly under the Ontario Business Names Act via ServiceOntario / OBR. Registrations must be renewed every 5 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is an Ontario business name registration valid?

An Ontario business name registration is valid for 5 years and must be renewed prior to expiry to maintain legal authority to operate under that name.

What is the difference between an Ontario BIN and a federal CRA BN?

An Ontario BIN (Business Identification Number) is a 9-digit provincial number from ServiceOntario identifying your registration. A CRA BN (Business Number) is a 9-digit federal tax number for GST/HST, corporate tax, and payroll.

Ideal For:

Sole proprietors launching service businesses, consulting, or logistics operations
Partnerships sharing profits and commercial operations
Corporations registering an operating trade name or 'Operating As' (O/A) division
Independent contractors requiring proof of registration for corporate vendor contracts