Canada is made up of several provinces, each suitable for various types of activities. Among them, one of the largest is the province of Alberta. One of the outstanding cities in Alberta is Calgary which is also the third largest metropolitan area in Canada. With access to two of the most important rivers crossing Canada,…
The pharmaceutical sector is one of the largest industries at global level and the countries supporting it are important economies, such as Canada. There are several large pharmaceutical companies registered in Canada which have established branches in other countries from which they distribute their products in Asia and Europe, two of the most important markets in the…
Tourism is one of the most appealing industries to start a business in Canada. With cities like Toronto and Montreal which attract great number of visitors every year, setting up a travel agency or any other type of business in Canada can be a very good source of income. Restaurants are also very appreciated by…
Canada is home to many immigrants who come here for employment purposes. This is also because many Canadian companies are required to hire foreign personnel, as the number of the local population cannot cover the available job market. In this background, the recruitment sector has flourished in Canada. Both local and foreign investors can open recruitment agencies…
Canada is visited by thousands of tourists every year. Large cities like Toronto, Quebec and even the capital Ottawa are among the most attractive touristic locations which have led to the development of tourism in Canada. Foreign investors thinking about starting a business in Canada can choose tourism and set up travel agencies here. One should know…
Taxation is an important factor when deciding for a country to open a company in. Foreign investors who seek to register their companies on the North American part of the continent are aware of the fact that the incentives offered by the Canadian government are consistent which is why they choose this country to operate in.…
There are many reasons for which foreign investors come to Canada. From being one of the largest trading countries and one of the greatest economies in the world, Canada also has other attributes which are important for enterprisers. Apart from the taxation system which is usually the most researched aspect when deciding…
Foreign investors are attracted by the Canadian resources which provide good business opportunities. However, in order to be allowed to invest here, they must follow certain rules imposed by the government under the Investment Canada Act (ICA) which specifically provides for foreign direct investments in the country. It should be noted that this law does not apply to…
Foreign investors interested in starting a business in Canada must take into account the taxes they must pay once the company has started its activities. The Canadian taxation system implies direct and indirect taxes, with the most important indirect one being the Goods and Services Tax, also known as the value added tax, or VAT. An important…
Foreign companies have several structures to choose from when deciding to establish a presence in Canada. Among these, the branch office and the subsidiary are the most common, however, there is also the possibility of setting up representative/liaison offices, according to the Canadian law. Compared to other countries, most of the times it is…
