Registration, Legal and Licensing

Things you need to know when starting, operating, changing or expanding your business.


BizPaL
An online service that simplifies the business permit and licence process for entrepreneurs, governments and third party business service providers by providing one-stop access to permit and licence information for all levels of government.

Companies Office
Get information about registering your business and corporation.

Companies Office online name reservation
Reserve your company name online.

Environmental Approvals
Make sure your development protects both the environment and public health. Find out if you need certain licences, permits, or other approvals for construction, operation, and/or alteration of various activities and developments.

Guide to Laws and Regulations for Franchised Business
The Franchises Act and Franchises Regulation

Taxation Division
Find out if you need to register for Manitoba taxation.

TAXcess
Convenient and secure online access to your tax accounts.

Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba
Find out if you need to register with the Workers Compensation Board