Do business in Canada. Without the mess.
Incorporate, file taxes, and stay compliant, all handled through one platform. No spreadsheets, no scattered vendors, no late-night guesswork.
Trusted by global businesses
What we offer
Global incorporation, handled
From entity formation to ongoing compliance, Commenda runs the back office of your Canadian expansion, so you can focus on building the business.
- Pricing
Transparent flat pricing
Know the full cost upfront. One flat fee covers your incorporation, with no hourly billing and no surprise add-ons later.
- Compliance
No Canadian-resident director required
Federal incorporations under the CBCA dropped the resident-director rule in 2022, so foreign founders can own and run their entity outright.
- Support
Expert support at every step
A dedicated team handles your filings, registrations, and deadlines, and answers your questions from kickoff through ongoing compliance.
Why Canada
One of the world's best places to build a global business.
Canada combines North American market access, a highly skilled bilingual workforce, and some of the most founder-friendly incorporation rules in the world. 100% foreign ownership. No minimum capital. No residency requirement for federal incorporations.
For tech, SaaS, fintech, and professional services companies expanding from Asia, Europe, or the Middle East, Canada is often the fastest path to North American operations.
Start your Canadian entity- 15%Federal corporate tax rateOne of the lowest in the G7. Small businesses may qualify for reduced rates under the small business deduction.
- 5%Federal GST rateGoods and Services Tax applied federally. Additional HST/PST varies by province.
- #1G7 for business costsKPMG consistently ranks Canada first among G7 nations for total business costs.
- CUSMANorth American tradeFull access to US and Mexican markets via CUSMA (formerly NAFTA/USMCA).
Product Suite
One platform.
Every jurisdiction. No gaps.
Built for finance teams running international operations without a dedicated compliance function. This is the infrastructure you should have had from day one.
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Entity Management
Formation, maintenance, and oversight for subsidiaries across 70+ countries.
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Global Indirect Tax
VAT, GST, and sales tax obligations tracked, filed, and confirmed.
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Transfer Pricing
Intercompany policy, documentation, and filing - built to OECD standards.
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Tax & Accounting
Consolidated financial reporting and local corporate tax filings. One audit trail.
Entity types
Choose the right structure for your business
Recommended
Corporation (Inc.)
A separate legal entity with strong liability protection. The standard choice for companies seeking investment, building long-term credibility, or planning for growth. Can be incorporated federally (CBCA) or provincially.
Benefits
- Limited liability protects shareholders' personal assets
- Share-based structure makes raising equity capital straightforward
- Access to the small business deduction on the first $500K of active income
- Strong credibility with lenders, suppliers, and enterprise customers
Key considerations
- Directors carry statutory and fiduciary duties under the CBCA
- Dividends are taxed again at the shareholder level
- Higher setup and ongoing admin than simpler structures
- Annual T2 returns and a maintained minute book required
How it works
From kickoff to open for business in Canada
Incorporating in a new country means unfamiliar filings, local requirements, and moving parts across multiple vendors.
We handle all of it so you don't have to.
Day 1
Onboarding
Your details submitted once. Entity name checked, documents collected, filings kicked off. No back-and-forth.
Days 1–3
Entity confirmed
Incorporation done. Formation documents, company number, and registered address live in your Commenda dashboard.
Week 1–2
Tax setup
Tax registrations filed, banking guidance underway. Compliance calendar set for your jurisdiction.
Week 2
Open for business
You're operational in a new market. Without a single trip to a government office.
G2 Reviews
Rated by the teams using it
Scores from finance and legal leads handling compliance globally.
Entity Management
#1 Ranked9.6/ 10Set up your entity and keep it in good standing. Filings, records, and renewals tracked in one place.
Corporate Tax & Compliance
Top Rated9.1/ 10Every tax deadline on one calendar. Corporate returns and statutory filings handled without the back-and-forth.
Sales Tax & VAT/GST
Commenda Leads9.4/ 10Register for VAT, GST, and sales tax in every country you operate in, and manage it all in one place.
Canada resources
Everything you need for your Canada operations
Detailed guides on tax, compliance, and business structure in Canada.
- Incorporation
How to Incorporate in Canada
Federal vs. provincial, entity types, costs, and timelines. Everything before you file.
Read guide - Tax Guide
Corporate Taxes in Canada
Federal and provincial tax rates, T2 filing obligations, and the small business deduction explained.
Read guide - Indirect Tax
GST/HST & PST in Canada
When to register, how to file, and what's taxable across all Canadian provinces.
Read guide - Compliance
Annual Compliance Calendar for Canada
Every federal and provincial filing deadline your Canadian entity needs to hit.
Read guide - Directors
Resident Director Services in Canada
When you need a local director and how Commenda can help you meet the requirement.
Read guide - Transfer Pricing
Transfer Pricing in Canada
Section 247 documentation requirements and CRA's approach to intercompany transactions.
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FAQ
Common questions
No. Commenda supports fully remote incorporations through digital signatures and virtual onboarding. Federal corporations under the CBCA have not required Canadian-resident directors since 2022, removing the last major residency hurdle for foreign founders.
Federal incorporation (CBCA) gives you the right to operate under your corporate name across all provinces and is generally preferred by companies planning to operate nationally or raise investment. Provincial incorporation (e.g., Ontario Business Corporations Act) is simpler and cheaper if you'll only operate in one province. Commenda handles both, and our team will recommend the right choice based on your setup.
Our standard package covers federal or provincial incorporation, CRA Business Number and GST/HST registration, registered office address, UBO filing, shareholder agreement and minute book setup, and banking setup guidance. Ongoing compliance services (annual returns, T2 filings, indirect tax) are available as add-ons or as a fully managed service.
After incorporating you'll need to file annual returns, prepare financial statements, submit T2 corporate income tax returns (due six months after your fiscal year end), and comply with any GST/HST and payroll obligations. Commenda tracks every deadline on your behalf and handles filings so nothing slips through.
Yes. Foreign-owned subsidiaries with no Canadian directors or staff are fully supported. Where provincial regulations still require a local director, Commenda can provide or arrange resident director services.
Canada's indirect tax system has three layers: federal GST (5%), combined HST in participating provinces (Ontario, Nova Scotia, etc.), and separate PST/QST in others (BC, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec). Commenda tracks your registration requirements, files your returns, and monitors threshold changes across all provinces, so you're never caught off-guard by a new obligation.
Join hundreds of international businesses growing fast with Commenda
Tell us where you're expanding and we'll scope the requirements, handle the filing, and keep your entity compliant, usually within 24 hours of kickoff.
