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Canadian company registration is the process of incorporating a federal or provincial corporation with Corporations Canada or a provincial registrar, enabling 100% foreign ownership with combined federal + provincial corporate tax rates of 23-30% depending on province.
Canada offers several immigration routes for entrepreneurs (Express Entry, Start-Up Visa), the SR&ED R&D tax credit, and an Indian-origin community of more than 1.8 million, one of the largest South Asian communities outside Asia. Comply Globally has helped 1,080+ Indian entrepreneurs expand across 47+ countries.
Our Services in Canada
Federal and provincial incorporation, CRA compliance, immigration, banking, and FEMA, all from a single point of contact.
Register a federal corporation (via Corporations Canada Online Filing Centre, CAD 200) or provincial corporation (e.g., Ontario CAD 300). We handle articles of incorporation, Business Number (BN) + GST/HST registration with CRA, provincial extra-registration if needed, and registered office. No minimum capital requirement. 100% foreign ownership. No resident director requirement for federal corporations (some provinces like BC require at least 1 resident director). Source: Corporations Canada.
Canada taxes companies in layers: 15% federal + 8-15% provincial = 23-30% combined. Critical: Indian-owned companies are NOT CCPCs and do NOT qualify for the 9% Small Business Deduction. We optimise using the SR&ED (Scientific Research & Experimental Development) tax credit, which is 15% non-refundable for non-CCPCs on qualifying R&D expenditure. GST/HST registration mandatory above CAD 30K. India-Canada DTAA: dividends 15-25%, interest 15%, royalties 10-15%. Source: CRA.
We handle BOTH sides: Corporations Canada/provincial registration AND Indian FEMA compliance. Form ODI filing with AD bank, APR by 31 December, FLA to RBI by 15 July, and Foreign Tax Credit claims under Section 90. Non-CCPC status of Indian-owned companies creates specific DTAA interactions that require specialised planning. Comply Globally manages both Canadian CRA and Indian compliance simultaneously.
Canada gives Indian entrepreneurs more immigration routes than most developed countries. We assist with: Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) work permits, LMIA-based work permits, Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker), Start-Up Visa Programme (for innovative businesses with Letter of Support), Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP), and pathways to Permanent Residency (PR). Canada's Indian-origin community is more than 1.8 million strong.
Corporate account opening at Canada's Big Five: RBC (Royal Bank), TD Bank, BMO (Bank of Montreal), Scotiabank, or CIBC. Indian banks ICICI, SBI, and Bank of Baroda operate in Canada. Most banks require director visit or video verification. We prepare business plan, projected financials, and AML/KYC documentation for smooth account opening.
Import/export licences, CBSA (Canada Border Services Agency) customs clearance, IOR/EOR services, and India-Canada trade facilitation. Canada is a gateway to the CUSMA/USMCA trade zone (USA + Mexico, 500M+ consumers). We handle customs brokerage, classification, and compliance documentation.
Why Partner With Comply Globally?
Measurable operational standards tracked across 1,080+ client engagements.
We reply within 4 hours. Federal incorporation via the Online Filing Centre usually takes 1-5 business days.
Same-day federal incorporation possible onlineZero compliance failures. Every CRA filing reviewed by Canada-qualified tax specialists.
Filing dates tracked for you · 4.7★ on TrustpilotOne contact for CRA + provincial + Indian FEMA. No juggling agents across two countries.
Single Point of Management · 47+ countriesTransparent pricing. A written quote in rupees
before you pay; government fees at cost.
Visa and immigration support for our team in Canada was handled professionally
from start to finish.
Mamraj Chahar
Chief Investment Officer, Family Office
Tax Framework
Canada has a layered federal + provincial corporate tax system with combined rates of 23-30%
According to the CRA (Canada Revenue Agency), the federal general corporate tax rate is 15%. Provincial/territorial rates add 8-15% on top, bringing the combined rate to approximately 23% (Alberta, lowest) to 30% (Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, highest; CRA corporation tax rates). Ontario's combined general rate is ~26.5%. The federal Small Business Deduction (SBD) reduces the federal rate to 9% on the first CAD 500,000 of active business income, but only for Canadian-Controlled Private Corporations (CCPCs). The SR&ED (Scientific Research & Experimental Development) program provides a 15% non-refundable tax credit for non-CCPCs (35% refundable for CCPCs) on qualifying R&D expenditure.
Sources: CRA · KPMG 2025-26 Rate Tables · India-Canada DTAA · Updated April 2026
| 🇨🇦Province | Provincial Rate | Combined General Rate | Key Note |
|---|---|---|---|
Alberta | 8% | 23% | Lowest combined rate in Canada |
British Columbia | 12% | 27% | Requires 1 resident director |
Ontario | 11.5% | 26.5% | M&P rate 10% (lower) |
Quebec | 11.5% | 26.5% | Separate provincial filing (Revenu Québec) |
Saskatchewan | 12% | 27% | SBD limit CAD 600K |
Manitoba | 12% | 27% | Standard rate |
Nova Scotia | 14% | 29% | SBD limit CAD 700K from Apr 2025 |
New Brunswick | 14% | 29% | Standard rate |
| Factor | 🇨🇦Canada | 🇺🇸USA | 🇦🇺Australia | 🇬🇧UK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CIT Rate | 23–31% combined | 21% fed + state | 25/30% | 25% |
R&D Credit | SR&ED 15–35% | R&E 6–20% | R&D 43.5% | RDEC 20% |
Sales Tax | 5–15% GST/HST | 0–10.25% state | 10% GST | 20% VAT |
Capital Gains | Inclusion 2/3 | 21% corp | 30% | Up to 25% |
DTAA Div WHT | 15–25% | 10–25% | 15% | 10% |
Immigration | Express Entry / Start-Up Visa | Very difficult | Subclass 858 | Innovator Visa |
Indian Community | 1.8M+ | 4.4M+ | 700K+ | 1.8M+ |
Free Compliance Calendar
Canada's fiscal year is flexible (you choose your year-end). We'll cover CRA T2 return, GST/HST, payroll, provincial returns, AND Indian FEMA deadlines.
We reply within 4 hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Indian-owned Canadian corporations are classified as non-CCPCs (not Canadian-Controlled Private Corporations). The federal general rate is 15%, NOT the 9% SBD rate. Provincial rates add 8-15%, giving combined rates of 23% (Alberta) to 30% (Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador). Ontario's combined rate is ~26.5%. The 9% Small Business Deduction only applies to CCPCs, meaning companies controlled by Canadian residents. This distinction is the single most important tax fact for Indian entrepreneurs in Canada. Source: CRA.
Federal incorporation (Corporations Canada, CAD 200 online) gives you name protection across Canada, no resident director requirement, and the right to carry on business in any province (with extra-provincial registration). Provincial incorporation (e.g., Ontario CAD 300) is limited to that province but may have specific advantages. If you plan to operate in multiple provinces, federal is usually better. BC requires at least 1 resident director for provincial corporations. Comply Globally recommends federal incorporation for most Indian entrepreneurs. Source: Corporations Canada.
Yes. Canada has several entrepreneur immigration routes. The Start-Up Visa Programme provides PR directly if you have a qualifying business supported by a designated organization (angel group, VC fund, or business incubator). Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker) awards points for age, education, language, and Canadian experience. Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) offer business streams in several provinces. The Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) work permit allows Indian company executives/managers to transfer to a Canadian subsidiary. Canada accepted over 140,000 Indian immigrants in 2024, more than from any other source country. Source: IRCC.
Yes. The Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) program is one of the world's most generous R&D incentives. Non-CCPCs (including Indian-owned companies) receive a 15% non-refundable federal investment tax credit (ITC) on qualifying R&D expenditure. CCPCs get 35% refundable. Provincial SR&ED credits add further benefits (e.g., Ontario 3.5%). Qualifying work includes systematic investigation through experiment or analysis in science or technology. The credit applies to salaries, materials, overhead, and certain contractor costs. Source: CRA.
Under RBI's Master Direction on ODI, file Form ODI with your Authorised Dealer bank. Automatic route applies if investment is within 400% of net worth. Annual compliance: APR by 31 December, FLA to RBI by 15 July. India-Canada DTAA (signed 1996): dividends 15% (company holding at least 10% of the voting power) / 25% (others, which is notably high for minority holdings), interest 15%, royalties 10% (technical fees) / 15% (others). FTC under Section 90. The Canadian withholding on the dividend is what you claim as FTC in India, so settle the holding size before you invest. Source: RBI, India-Canada DTAA.
Registration: Corporations Canada CAD 200 (online), BN/GST (free). Annual costs: annual return to Corporations Canada CAD 12 (federal) + provincial annual report fees, accounting/tax agent CAD 2,000-6,000, registered office CAD 300-1,000/year. If you have employees: CPP (5.95% employer), EI (2.21% employer), provincial health premiums, and workers compensation. Total first year: approximately CAD 3,000-7,000 (₹1.8L-4.2L). Annual maintenance: CAD 3,000-10,000 (₹1.8L-6L) depending on complexity. Comply Globally quotes Canada packages on request after a short call.
For immigration: Canada has the edge (Express Entry, Start-Up Visa, PNP vs far narrower options in the USA). For market size: USA wins (330M vs 40M). For tax: the USA's federal rate is lower (21%, plus state tax where it applies, vs 23-30% combined in Canada). For Indian community: both strong (1.8M in Canada, 4.4M in USA). For CUSMA access: both provide access to the North American trade zone. Canada's key advantage is the immigration pathway: if you or your team need PR/citizenship, Canada is usually the better choice. If pure market access is the priority, USA is larger. Comply Globally operates in both, and we recommend one based on your specific goals.
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