Corporate searches
1. Business Name Search (Ontario or Federal)
- Ontario Business Name Search: Searching the Ontario Business Registry for registered business names, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations.
- Federal Business Name Search: Searching the Corporations Canada database for federally registered businesses or trademarks.
2. Corporate Profile Search
- Ontario Corporate Profile Search: Obtain a report with detailed information about a corporation registered in Ontario, including status, directors, officers, and any filed documents.
- Federal Corporate Profile Search: A similar search for federally incorporated businesses, providing information such as corporation status, registered office, directors, and more.
3. Ontario and Federal Corporation Status Search
- Verify whether a corporation is active, dissolved, or in good standing in either Ontario or federal jurisdictions.
4. Business Registration Number (BN) Search
- Retrieve information regarding a corporation or business’s Business Number (BN), including tax account details for HST, payroll, and other CRA registrations.
5. Certificate of Status Search
- A document confirming the legal standing of a business or corporation, showing if it’s active and in good standing with the appropriate registry (Ontario or federal).
6. Director and Officer Information Search
- Access details on the directors and officers of a corporation, including names, addresses, and their roles within the company.
7. Corporate Filings Search
- Retrieve information on corporate filings such as annual returns, amendments, dissolutions, and changes to the articles of incorporation.
8. Sole Proprietorship and Partnership Search
- Search for registered sole proprietorships and partnerships in Ontario to confirm business name registrations and other relevant information.
9. Trademarks and Intellectual Property Search
- Search the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) database for trademarks and patents related to a business, including availability for trademark registration.
10. Document Retrieval and Copy Services
- Obtain official copies of corporate documents, such as Articles of Incorporation, amendments, business name registrations, and other legal filings.
11. Extra-Provincial Corporation Search
- Search for corporations that are registered in one province but are conducting business in another (i.e., extra-provincial corporations), including foreign businesses operating in Ontario or Canada.
12. Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Liquidation Search
- Investigate if a business or corporation has been involved in bankruptcy, insolvency, or liquidation proceedings, and obtain related court documents or notices.
13. Historical Corporate Search
- Obtain historical information about a corporation, such as changes in directors, officers, business name, and other corporate records from its past.
14. Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) Search
- A detailed search to identify the ultimate beneficial owners of a corporation, including any individuals who have significant control or ownership.
15. Shareholder Information Search
- For certain business structures, obtaining information about shareholders and their ownership stake in the corporation.
16. Due Diligence Search
- Conduct a thorough due diligence search to gather all available information about a business or corporation before entering into a contract, investment, or transaction.
17. Liens, Judgments, and Encumbrances Search
- Searching for any liens, judgments, or encumbrances against a corporation or its assets, which could affect business transactions or ownership.
These corporate search services help individuals and businesses obtain important information for legal, financial, or operational purposes.