How to Start a Not For Profit Organization in Ontario, Canada

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Meet with the people in your group who will be the first board members of the organization.

   Develop your mandate, as it will help you define your official "objectives" in the incorporation process.
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   Step 2: Contact the Ministry of Governmental Services Companies Branch at 1 800 361 3223 to discuss the application process and/or to attain a copy of the not-for profit incorporation form.

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   You can do this on your own for about CA$20 or hire a consultant to do it for you.
   
   This step ensures that your proposed organization name isn't already taken.
   
   This is a mandatory step, as the original NUANS report must be sent to the Ministry of Governmental Services, Companies and Personal Property Security Branch along with your application. ,,, Include a cheque payable to MINISTER OF FINANCE.
   
   The cost of processing the application is CA$155 for four to six weeks, or CA$255 for seven day service.
   
   For the seven day service, include a covering letter explaining that you want expedited service.
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   Step 3: Conduct a NUANS search (i.e.

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   Step 4: Obtain legal advice on the application prior to submitting the incorporation form.

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   Step 5: Complete the non-profit incorporation form in duplicate

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   Step 6: sign both copies.

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   Step 7: Send the completed application form and the original copy of the NUANS search to: Ministry of Governmental Services

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   Step 8: Companies and Personal Property Security Branch

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   Step 9: University Ave

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    Step 10: Suite 200

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    Step 11: Toronto ON M5G 2M2.

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