Document background
The Article of Corporation Form is a crucial legal document required when establishing a corporation in Canada. It must be filed with either the federal government under the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) or with provincial authorities under their respective business corporations acts. This document is mandatory for incorporation and contains essential information about the corporation's structure, including its name, share capital, registered office address, number of directors, and any restrictions on business activities. The articles serve as the foundation of the corporation's existence and govern its basic operations. They are publicly available documents and may need to be referenced for various corporate transactions, financing arrangements, or regulatory compliance matters throughout the corporation's lifetime. The content and format must strictly comply with relevant Canadian legislation, and amendments typically require shareholder approval and filing with the appropriate government authority.
