Why should I incorporate in British Columbia?

Incorporation can limit personal liability, help with continuity and access to capital, but requires record-keeping and regular filings.

When should I form a non-profit organization?

Consider forming a society when you need to apply for grants, hold property, enter contracts, or accept tax-advantaged donations.

What are corporate minutes and why are they required?

Minutes record key decisions and approvals; they demonstrate governance and are essential for legal/compliance purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about incorporation, non-profits, corporate records, directors' duties, annual reports and more for organisations in British Columbia.

Why Should I Incorporate as a Business Corporation?
Practical reasons for incorporation: liability protection, continuity, access to capital and governance basics.
When Should I Form a Non-Profit Organization?
Timing and triggers for forming a society or pursuing charity registration — grants, contracts, property and fundraising considerations.
What Are Corporate Minutes, and Why Are They Required?
What minutes should record, who approves/signs them, storage and legal importance for corporations & societies.
What Are the "Articles" of a Business Corporation?
Explanation of articles/articles of incorporation: share structure, restrictions, and what goes on public record.
What Are the "Constitution" and "Bylaws" of a Non-Profit?
What bylaws and constitutions do, key clauses to include, and how they affect governance and membership.
What Are the Qualifications and Conditions for Corporate Directors?
Statutory duties, disqualifications, conflicts of interest and practical responsibilities for directors of corporations.
What Are the Qualifications and Conditions for Non-Profit Directors?
Director eligibility, fiduciary duties, and governance expectations specific to societies/charities in BC and Canada.
What Is an "Annual Report," and What Information Is Required?
What an annual report does, key fields to update, filing windows and where to file in BC (Corporate Online).

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