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Task Pathway๐จ๐ฆ CA
Start a Business in Alberta
A trusted, step-by-step guide to help you register and launch your business in Alberta.
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Estimated time
2-4 hours
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Difficulty
Moderate
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Steps
0 of 3 completed
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Estimated cost
$100 - $500
1
Choose a Business Structure
๐Trusted Destinations
Alberta Business โ structure overviewโ
Canada.ca โ business typesโ
๐Official Links
Alberta.ca โ choose a structureโ
Corporate Tax Act (RSA 2000)โ
๐ผPrivate Services (Optional)
None listed
๐Notes
A corporation offers limited liability but more ongoing costs.
โ ๏ธWarnings
Choosing the wrong structure can affect your taxes and liability.
2
Register Your Business Name
๐Trusted Destinations
Alberta Business Name Searchโ
๐Official Links
Alberta.ca โ register a business nameโ
๐ผPrivate Services (Optional)
None listed
๐Notes
Your business name must be unique and not misleading.
โ ๏ธWarnings
You must renew your registration before it expires.
3
Get a Business Number (BN)
๐Trusted Destinations
Canada.ca โ Business Number registrationโ
๐Official Links
CRA Business Number Information (RC1)โ
๐ผPrivate Services (Optional)
None listed
๐Notes
A BN is required to open a business bank account and hire employees.
โ ๏ธWarnings
It's free to get a BN directly from the CRA.
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Your Progress
0 of 3 steps completed
- 1Choose a Business Structure
- 2Register Your Business Name
- 3Get a Business Number (BN)
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