Do I need to register my home based business?
Federal Business Registration
CANADA - REGISTERING YOUR BUSINESS
Last verified: 2017-02-14
To register your business, you may need a business number. A number is necessary for:
Payroll
Excise
Corporate income tax
Import/export account
GST-HST registration is mandatory except under certain conditions, if your business makes $30,000 or more per year.
There are other program accounts you may need for your business. Many of these applications can be made on-line or in paper format.
Paper Application Form
More Information
Contact Information
Canada Revenue Agency
Toll Free:1-800-959-5525
General Comments
You can register your business with Business Registration Online. If you cannot register online, you can register by phone or mail.
