Document background
Articles of Incorporation Shares are required when establishing a new corporation in Canada or converting an existing business into a corporation. This fundamental document, filed under the Canada Business Corporations Act or provincial equivalents, creates the legal framework for the corporation's existence and operations. It must be prepared and filed when entrepreneurs or existing businesses decide to incorporate, whether as a federal or provincial corporation. The Articles of Incorporation Shares document includes crucial information such as the corporate name, share structure, director information, and registered office address. It forms the foundation for corporate governance, defining shareholder rights and establishing the framework for issuing shares and conducting corporate activities. This document is essential for accessing benefits of incorporation such as limited liability, perpetual existence, and easier access to capital through share issuance.
