Document background
Articles of Incorporation General Stock documents are essential for businesses seeking to incorporate under Canadian federal law through Corporations Canada. This founding document is required when establishing a corporation that intends to issue shares and operate across Canadian provinces. The Articles define the corporation's name, share structure, director requirements, and any restrictions on business activities or share transfers. They must comply with the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) and include mandatory information such as the registered office address and share classes. This document is particularly crucial for businesses planning to raise capital through stock issuance, potentially go public, or operate with multiple shareholders. Once filed and approved, it becomes the corporation's constitutional document that governs its basic structure and operations.
