Forms of Business Structure

An investor can choose from a variety of business structures when looking to operate in the Canadian or Alberta market. When deciding upon the type of structure to adopt to carry on business in Canada, it is important to consider the nature and scope of the business, the degree of liability required, financing requirements and taxation issues.

The following summarizes some of the most common types of business structures available for carrying on business in Canada:

• Branches
• Contractual Relationship
• Cooperative
• Corporation
• Joint Venture
• Partnership
• Sole Proprietorship
• Subsidiary

Date Updated: Feb 13, 2007
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