Investment flow charts
The following are simplified flow charts which outline the filing process for establishing a new business in Canada or acquiring control of a Canadian business.
- This information does not relate to investments in cultural businesses.
- Investments in cultural businesses are subject to dual filing requirements with Industry Canada and Canadian Heritage.
Terms
Direct acquisition – acquiring substantially all of the assets or a majority (in some cases one-third or more) of the shares of the entity carrying on a business in Canada.
Indirect acquisition – acquiring the shares of a company incorporated outside of Canada, which owns subsidiaries in Canada.
Thresholds for review – an application for review is required if acquiring a business with an asset value that equals or exceeds specific thresholds.
Date Updated:
RDP-1722
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