Document background
Certificate Articles of Incorporation are essential documents required when establishing a new corporation in Canada. They are filed with either federal or provincial authorities, depending on the desired jurisdiction of incorporation. These articles form the foundation of a corporation's legal existence and must comply with the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) for federal incorporations or relevant provincial legislation. The document is used when founders wish to create a new corporation, requiring detailed information about the corporate structure, including share classes, director requirements, and business restrictions. The articles become public documents upon filing and serve as evidence of the corporation's existence, its basic characteristics, and its compliance with regulatory requirements. They are particularly crucial for establishing limited liability protection, facilitating business operations, and enabling future corporate actions such as financing or expansion.
