Quebec Business Registration Lawyers

In Quebec, most new businesses are required to register with the Quebec Enterprise Registrar (REQ) through a registration declaration. The purpose of this step is to compile information on all businesses operating in Quebec. Upon completing this process, the REQ will provide you with a Quebec Enterprise Number (NEQ), which is essential for communications with the government.

• Who needs to submit a registration declaration?
• Which businesses are required to register to operate in Quebec?
• Can I register a business in Quebec even if it wasn’t formed under Quebec law?
• When is a business considered to be operating in Quebec?
• What should I do to register my company in Quebec if I don’t have an address in Quebec?
• How can a startup lawyer assist me with my business registration?
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The first step is to confirm whether you need to fill out a registration declaration to avoid any future surprises. In many cases, this registration must be completed within 60 days of starting operations in Quebec. If you’ve incorporated a legal entity in Quebec and filed the articles with the registry, you won’t need to submit a declaration, as this will be done automatically.

The following types of businesses must register to conduct business in Quebec:

• Sole proprietorships (unless the name is the same as the owner’s),
• Sole proprietorships operating a tobacco outlet or tanning salon, even if the name is the owner’s,
• General partnerships,
• Limited partnerships,
• Corporations not incorporated in Quebec but conducting business in the province, and
• Condominium syndicates.

A business is deemed to be conducting activities or operating in Quebec if any of the following conditions are met:

• It has a physical address in Quebec.
• It or its representative has a business location or a post office box in Quebec.
• It or its representative has a telephone line registered in Quebec.
• It or its representative engages in profit-driven activities within Quebec.

We provide registered agent services for your business, which means we will handle all your mail, including correspondence from government authorities and the business registry.  If you’re interested in this service, please contact us.

It’s essential to enter the correct information when registering a business to avoid violating any regulations or deadlines. In this case, a startup lawyer can be the ideal solution for you. A startup lawyer specializes in business registration in Quebec and offers advice based on the specifics of your situation. They can also help you with the subsequent steps in your entrepreneurial journey.  Don’t wait any longer—fill out the form now to connect with the right lawyer for your business registration!

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