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Re-registering in the New Online Business/Corporate Registry
All PEI companies are required to re-register by May 3, 2023, in the new Online Corporate Business Names Registry as part of the annual return process. The new online system will improve services to Island businesses by: Simplifying the process for submitting and retrieving documents; Improving access to business information for efficient updating; and Allowing business owners to view and print documents in-house. How do I register my company in the new system? Your company annual return form will contain clear instructions and a transition key to facilitate a simple, secure transfer of your...
Types of Businesses
Introduction There are four common types of business structures in Prince Edward Island: sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation and cooperative. Each of these structures is described below. The structure you choose will depend on various factors, including the nature of...
Look twice for motorcycles
As warmer days arrive, more Islanders are enjoying PEI roads on their motorcycles. A reminder that law enforcement officers will be conducting special traffic checks throughout May to ensure motorcycle riders and drivers are driving safe. Scott Lundrigan, PEI Crimestoppers...
Register a Business: Co-operative
Any association intending to form a co-operative in PEI must apply to the Province for incorporation. This includes any housing or other non-profit co-operative. A registered co-operative in PEI operates under the authority of the Co-operative Associations Act. Please complete the online form below to request to incorporate. A cooperative association registered with the Province must renew the registration annually. The registration may be renewed online at Renew a Co-operative or Non-profit in PEI. You are advised to seek the services of a lawyer before you request to incorporate a business...
Register a Non-profit Corporation in PEI
A company without share capital and with no financial gain to its members may incorporate for non-profit purposes in Prince Edward Island under the Companies Act: Part II. You can submit the incorporation documents using the online submission form below. A non-profit corporation registered with the Province must renew the registration annually. The annual renewal registration may be submitted online at Renew a Cooperative or Non-profit in PEI. If your non-profit corporation intends to become a registered charity, please review the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requirements of a charitable...
Renew a Business: Co-operative or Non-profit Corporation
Any Co-operative Association or Non-profit corporation registered with the Province must renew the registration annually. Please complete the online form below. What information do I need to complete the online form? You will be asked to provide: Business identity and contact information CRA Business Number or PEI Registration Number Name of auditor appointed at the annual meeting Identity and contact information for current Directors/ Officers (noting any change of names currently registered) Full payment of renewal fee What is the annual fee to renew a corporate registration? Renew a Co...