Key facts
- Region
- North America
- Corporate tax
- 15–27%
- VAT
- 5–15%
- Currency
- CAD
- Time zone
- EST–PST
- Language
- English / French
Key advantages
- ~15–27% corporate tax (federal + provincial).
- USMCA: duty-free access to US + Mexico.
- English / French.
Entity types
| Type | Full name | Tax | VAT | Min. capital | Setup time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inc. | Federal Corporation | 15–27% | 5–15% | CAD 1 | 2–4 weeks | Operating |
| BC Ltd | BC Corporation | 27% | 5–12% | CAD 1 | 2–4 weeks | Operating, IT |
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