Requirements for Purchasing a Shelf Corporation

The head office for Ontario and British Columbia shelf corporations must be located in the province of registry. We can provide a Registered Address service in either province if you do not have one or if you do not wish to use your address.

You must be a Canadian resident to purchase a shelf corporation in Ontario. Alternatively, you must have a Canadian director to act on your behalf.

Non-residents can purchase corporations in British Columbia only. Alternatively, you must have a Canadian director to act on your behalf.

A federal corporation must be registered with the province or territory where you will have your office.

For Federal and Ontario Corporations, at least 25% of your board of directors must consist of Canadian residents.

You must have at least one director and one shareholder

Please note: Business Development Centre reserves the right to refuse a sale of any shelf corporation for any reason.

Request Information About Shelf Corporations