Business Incorporation Services in Calgary
KL Accounting & Tax Associates provides business incorporation services for Calgary entrepreneurs. We handle the incorporation process from gathering the required business information through registration and help establish the accounting and tax setup that follows.
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Why Choose Us
End-to-End Incorporation Support
We handle the incorporation process from collecting the required information through completion of the agreed registration.
Accounting & Tax Perspective
Business setup considered alongside bookkeeping, payroll, GST and corporate tax requirements.
CRA Account Coordination
Help identify and organize the CRA program accounts the corporation actually requires.
Post-Incorporation Support
Accounting, bookkeeping, payroll and corporate tax support available after the corporation is established.
When Incorporation May Be Worth Considering
Separate Legal Entity
A corporation is legally separate from its shareholders and can own assets, enter contracts and carry on business in its own name.
Tax & Compensation Planning
A corporation may provide additional options for business income, owner compensation and tax planning depending on the circumstances.
Ownership & Growth Structure
A corporate structure can support multiple owners, future investment, succession planning and business growth where appropriate.
Business Incorporation Services for Calgary Entrepreneurs
Incorporation establishes the corporation. Accounting setup and any additional CRA program accounts depend on the business’s activities and the agreed service.
Alberta Named or Numbered Corporation Setup
KL Accounting can incorporate a named or numbered Alberta corporation. An Alberta corporation can use an approved name or an assigned numbered name. Named corporations generally need an Alberta NUANS report; numbered corporations do not.
- Named Alberta corporation
- Numbered Alberta corporation
- NUANS search/report arranged where required
- Incorporation information preparation
Alberta or Federal Incorporation
KL Accounting provides Alberta and federal incorporation services. A federal corporation carrying on business in Alberta generally must also be registered in Alberta.
- Alberta incorporation
- Federal incorporation
- Named or numbered corporations
- Applicable provincial registration requirements
Business Incorporation & Registration
KL Accounting handles the incorporation process based on the information provided by the client, including preparation of the required incorporation information and completion of the applicable registration process.
- Articles of Incorporation information
- Registered office information
- Director information
- Alberta agent-for-service information
- Ownership and share information
- Incorporation registration
- Certificate and incorporation documents
Business Number & Corporate Tax Account
Alberta-incorporated corporations generally receive a federal Business Number and corporation income tax account through incorporation. KL can help confirm the assigned accounts and organize additional CRA registrations where required.
- Confirm Business Number and corporation income tax (RC) account
- Identify additional CRA account requirements
GST & Payroll Account Registration
Additional CRA program accounts depend on the corporation’s activities, revenue and employees. Not every new corporation needs immediate GST or payroll registration.
- GST registration where required or voluntarily appropriate
- Payroll registration where employees will be paid
- Account information coordinated with bookkeeping
Post-Incorporation Accounting Setup
After incorporation, KL can help establish the financial and tax processes needed to keep the new corporation organized.
- Bookkeeping setup and chart of accounts
- Payroll setup where required
- GST account coordination
- Corporate tax calendar and financial records
Ownership & Share Information Coordination
KL collects and prepares the ownership and share information required for the incorporation and discusses relevant accounting and tax considerations. For customized share rights, shareholder agreements or complex ownership structures, separate legal advice may be appropriate.
Corporate Records & Filing Coordination
Help organize key corporate and accounting records and identify recurring filing requirements relevant to the engagement.
- Incorporation documents and corporate information
- Corporate registry annual return reminders
- Accounting records and CRA filing obligations
Alberta Incorporation Requirements
Named or Numbered Corporation
A named corporation generally needs a NUANS report; a numbered corporation does not.
Registered Office
Provide a physical registered-office address in Alberta.
Directors
Appoint at least one adult director.
Agent for Service
Appoint a consenting individual in Alberta to accept notices and documents for the corporation.
Registration Process
Alberta incorporation information is submitted through the appropriate registry or authorized registration channel.
How It Works
Discuss Your Incorporation
Confirm the proposed business, owners, corporation type and whether the client requires an Alberta or federal corporation.
Choose the Corporation Setup
Confirm whether the corporation will be named or numbered and collect the required incorporation information.
Prepare & Complete the Incorporation
KL prepares the required incorporation information and handles the registration process through the appropriate registration channel.
Receive Incorporation & Confirm CRA Accounts
Confirm the completed incorporation, available incorporation documents, Business Number, corporation income tax account and any additional CRA accounts required.
Set Up the Accounting Foundation
Where requested, set up or coordinate bookkeeping, payroll, GST and corporate tax requirements for the new corporation.
Sectors We Serve
Construction & Contractors
Dental Clinics
Physiotherapy & Massage Clinics
Wellness & Spas
Liquor Stores
Consultants & Recruiters
Food Service Businesses
Pubs & Catering Businesses
What Your Incorporation Setup Can Include
Depending on the agreed scope and type of incorporation, your setup may include:
Corporation Registered
Certificate & Incorporation Documents
Business Number & Corporate Tax Account Confirmed
Required CRA Accounts Identified
Accounting Records Ready to Start
Clear Post-Incorporation Next Steps
Business Incorporation FAQs
Should I incorporate in Alberta or federally?
The choice depends on where the business will operate and its ownership and growth plans. A federal corporation carrying on business in Alberta generally must also be registered in Alberta.
Do I need a NUANS report to incorporate in Alberta?
Generally, yes for a named corporation. Alberta’s NUANS report reserves the proposed name for 90 days. A numbered corporation does not need one. The report is a name-search step, not a guarantee of incorporation approval.
What is the difference between a named and numbered Alberta corporation?
A named corporation uses an approved name you propose. A numbered corporation uses a number assigned by Corporate Registry as part of its legal name. Either option is a corporation; the choice does not remove accounting or tax responsibilities.
Do I receive a CRA Business Number when I incorporate in Alberta?
Yes. Incorporation in Alberta generally assigns a Business Number and corporation income tax (RC) account automatically. KL can help confirm those details rather than applying for a duplicate number, and identify other program accounts where needed.
Do I need to register for GST or payroll immediately after incorporating?
Not automatically. GST registration depends on taxable activities, revenue and applicable registration rules; eligible small suppliers may register voluntarily. Payroll registration depends on paying employees or other payments that require a payroll account. We review the circumstances before completing the applicable registration.
What information do I need to incorporate an Alberta corporation?
Prepare the proposed name or numbered-name choice, Alberta addresses, director and agent-for-service details, ownership information and the information required for the Articles of Incorporation. KL will confirm the additional information, identification and applicable fees required to complete the incorporation process.
Can KL Accounting handle the incorporation process for me?
Yes. KL Accounting handles the standard incorporation process based on the information you provide, including preparation of the required incorporation information and completion of the registration through the appropriate channel.
Can KL Accounting handle bookkeeping, payroll and corporate tax after incorporation?
Yes. These services can be coordinated after incorporation where included in the engagement. We confirm responsibilities, records and the required accounts. Broader startup consulting and business plan services are also available through their dedicated service pages.
What do I receive after my corporation is registered?
Once the incorporation is completed, the available documents generally include the certificate of incorporation and applicable incorporation records. KL can also help confirm the Business Number and corporation income tax account and identify any GST, payroll, bookkeeping or corporate tax setup required next.
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