Authorized Alberta Registry Agent
Authorized Alberta Registry Agent
An Alberta corporation can be voluntarily dissolved after the passing of its sole owner. The request can be completed by an authorized individual acting on behalf of the estate. Registry requirements include valid identification and updates to corporate director records. Supporting documents such as death certificates are not always required.
Historical corporate searches are not submitted through standard online forms. These searches must be requested directly through a registry office and are processed once payment is completed. Results are provided electronically.
Standard Alberta corporate searches do not include bylaws or annual reports for societies. These documents must be ordered separately through approved registry channels and are typically available within 1–2 business days.
To register a trade name or partnership in Alberta, an application form and valid identification are required. A preliminary name check is completed to ensure the name is not already in use. A formal NUANS report is not mandatory for trade names or partnerships.
Copies of corporate annual return filings can be requested through a registry office. Requests made after a short retention period are processed as reprints and may be subject to additional fees.
Ownership details can be obtained through an Alberta corporate search. Results typically include registered addresses, directors, shareholders, and filing history, based on what is recorded with the provincial registry.
Annual returns are due each year during the corporation’s anniversary month. Filing can be completed online or in person. Corporations are responsible for filing even if reminder notifications are not received.
A trade name is tied directly to an individual or partnership, with no legal separation between the owner and the business. An incorporated company is a separate legal entity, offering limited liability and ongoing continuity beyond the owner’s involvement.
A corporate name change requires an approved NUANS name search and submission of an amendment filing. The request can be completed in person or remotely with proper authorization and identification.
A NUANS name search determines whether a proposed corporate name is available. Approved names are reserved for a limited time to allow incorporation to be completed.
Corporate annual returns can be filed online or through a registry office. Once submitted and paid, proof of filing is issued electronically.
Director appointment and cessation dates appear on specific corporate filings. Shareholder changes are identified by comparing historical filings. These records can be accessed through corporate document searches.
The process begins with a preliminary name review. Once a suitable name is identified, a NUANS report is ordered to reserve the name. Incorporation can then proceed during the reservation period.
Trade names are registered by submitting the required declaration and identification. Once registered, a trade name search can be requested to obtain business details on file.
A corporate search can be completed using either the business name or Corporate Access Number (CAN). The search provides official details commonly required for municipal or professional licensing.
Professional corporations require a NUANS search and may also need approval from the applicable professional governing body before incorporation can be finalized.
A formal NUANS search is not mandatory for sole proprietorships or partnerships. However, a preliminary name check is completed to avoid registering a conflicting business name.