Start a BC based business and keep business records up to date
Starting, expanding, or moving a business? BC Registries and Online Services manages the creation (registration and/or incorporation) and listing of businesses and organizations in British Columbia.
The BC Business Registry is a self-serve online resource where you can request your business name, register, and maintain your business all in one convenient location. The process is clearly outlined with step-by-step guidance.
The new BC Registries account supports the following services (and more):
Business Registry
Start a B.C. based business and keep business records up to date. Here you are currently able to:
- Incorporate and manage benefit companies and cooperative associations.
- Register and manage general partnerships and sole proprietorships (including “Doing Business As” / DBA names).
- Go to BC Business Registry
Name Request
Research and request a name for your new or existing B.C. business. Here you are able to:
- Search for a business name.
- Manage your existing Name Request.
- Go to Name Request
All registrations of businesses, not-for-profit societies, cooperative associations, and more, are administered and supported by BC Registries and Online Services. Please visit their site for the most up-to-date information.