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...
Draft Business Corporations Act for discussion
A discussion paper prepared by the Consumer, Labour and Financial Services Division for public consultation on proposed new Business Corporations and Securities Transfer legislation.
Please note: You may need to search two corporate registries until we fully transition to our new online registry system. If the business name you are searching does not appear below, please continue your search at PEI Corporate Registry – Original .
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...
Introduction This guide is intended to inform and assist persons wishing to register a corporate or business name in Prince Edward Island. Although this guide is intended to help you select an acceptable name and have it approved, the information is general in nature and the...
Please note: You may need to search two corporate registries until we fully transition to our new online registry system. If the business name you are searching does not appear below, you may find it in the other corporate registry at PEI Business Corporate Registry