{"id":8767,"date":"2023-10-03T03:52:31","date_gmt":"2023-10-03T03:52:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/?p=8767"},"modified":"2024-01-31T19:56:18","modified_gmt":"2024-01-31T19:56:18","slug":"freelancer-business-licences-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/freelancer-business-licences-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Freelancers Need a Business Licence in Canada?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freelancing is becoming a popular side (and main) hustle for a lot of Canadian workers. While it\u2019s pretty easy to start freelancing, many find themselves asking, &#8220;do freelancers need a business license in Canada?&#8221; We&#8217;ve got the answers you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a freelancer?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First things first, what actually is a freelancer?\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The term freelancer refers to someone who is self-employed and is not necessarily committed to a particular company or organization. At any time, a freelancer often has multiple clients and is working on multiple projects.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s a business style that offers <a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/what-is-entrepreneurship\/\&quot;">entrepreneurs<\/a> the opportunity to work on their own terms, focus on projects that they love, and flex the skills they excel in. It can also be a great gig to start for those looking to make a little something on the side.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some popular industries where you can find a freelancer include, but are not limited to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/freelance-writing\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Writing<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/start-photography-studio\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photography<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website development<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Graphic design<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sales<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/marketing-consultant-services\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marketing<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consulting<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Do freelancers run businesses?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A common misconception, even among freelancers themselves, is that freelancers are not business owners. They\u2019re more often seen as <\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/tips-for-freelancers-and-gig-workers\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gig workers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or side hustlers and aren\u2019t considered by their peers as someone like a tech start-up entrepreneur might be.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But in Canada, folks who freelance do, in most cases, run businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The term freelance, in and of itself, does not have actual legal standing in Canadian business. Instead, many freelancers are self-employed and operate a sole proprietorship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/a-guide-what-to-consider-when-incorporating-your-business\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sole proprietors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> do have a legal business standing, though the structure is not the same as you would find in an incorporated business. This legal structure means that the taxes that are paid on <\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/revenue-agency\/services\/tax\/businesses\/small-businesses-self-employed-income.html\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">business income<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> aren\u2019t going to be treated the same as traditional employment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This all equates to running a business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But a simpler way to look at it from a practical perspective is that freelancers are tasked with getting clients to make money. They perform the same tasks that many traditional entrepreneurs would, such as marketing, invoicing, and expense reconciliation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The big difference that many freelancers experience from a traditional business is that they work for and by themselves, with a few exceptions. Regardless, if someone is a freelancer, they run a business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian business licences<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a business licence?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business licences are documents issued by official government authorities. Depending on what type of business licence is issued, it gives permission to operate a specific business in the province, territory, municipality, or country.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While many businesses require licences, not all need to register for one; likewise, not all industries and sectors have the same business licence. The rules for licencing vary based on location and industry.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do freelancers need a business license in Canada?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In many cases, freelancers are not required to have a business licence in Canada. This is true in most jurisdictions where the freelancer plans to <\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/home-office-desk\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">work from home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For ex<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/how-to-become-a-content-writer\/\&quot;">a<\/a>mple, a freelance writer who works from their home office and does not physically see clients at their place of business would not need a licence. However, if one was operating as a freelance hairstylist and seeing people in your home, you might require a licence in some jurisdictions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There also might be other licensing and documentation requirements to operate as a freelancer. For example, while a business licence might not be required for a real estate appraiser that works from home, they will need to meet the requirements of the industry\u2019s governing body.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to apply for a business licence<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/services\/business\/permits.html\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Permits, licences, and regulations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> vary depending on the jurisdiction. In most cases, a <\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/services.bizpal-perle.ca\/?lang=en&amp;b=01\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quick search<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be done via the federal government database to figure out if a licence is required.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, not every licence is provided by the federal government. Provincial governments and municipalities also grant business licences, and how to apply for them can most often be found on their websites.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do Canadian freelancers need a business number?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While a freelance business might not need a licence, it might need a business number. In Canada, this is provided by the Canada Revenue Agency or CRA. It helps to simplify dealings with government agencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freelance businesses don\u2019t necessarily need to start out with a business number, but when they reach the threshold that requires the filing of <\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/do-you-have-to-register-for-the-gst-hst-what-you-need-to-know\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GST\/HST<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or sales tax, they will need it. In most cases, the threshold is $30,000 in revenue. A business number can be obtained even if a freelancer operates as a sole proprietorship.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to incorporate a freelance business in Canada<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For some running a business as a <\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/sole-proprietorship-advantages-disadvantages\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sole proprietorship<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there comes a time where incorporation is the next best move. The steps to incorporating a business in Canada vary depending on the jurisdiction that you live in.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In <a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/how-to-incorporate-in-alberta\/\&quot;">Alberta<\/a>, <a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/how-to-incorporate-in-british-columbia\/\&quot;">BC<\/a>, and <\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/incorporate-in-ontario\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ontario<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/why-use-ownr-to-start-your-business\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ownr<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can make incorporating more affordable and easier. For other jurisdictions, their respective websites or professional assistance can help find information on the official process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the process varies, incorporation in Canada generally takes the following path:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Name the corporation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every corporation needs a business name. Much like people have legal names, this<\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/how-to-name-your-business\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> corporate name<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is its legal identifier. Businesses can have a legal name that is numbered or word-based.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create articles of incorporation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian corporations also need<\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/learn-about-articles-of-incorporation\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> articles of incorporation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This paperwork is filed with the government body that oversees businesses in the jurisdiction it is being registered. They are necessary to register a corporation and include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corporate legal name<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address of the registered office<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Names and addresses of the directors for the Articles of Incorporation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Citizenship status of the directors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share structure and revisions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restrictions for business activities or share structure transfers, if any<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These need to be filed in the official language of Canada, either French or English.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Establish registered office and board of directors<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every Canadian corporation must also have a registered office where their articles of incorporation will be kept. This is also the address that official paperwork will be delivered to, which means it\u2019s important to have access.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Likewise, all corporations need directors that meet the<\/span> <a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ic.gc.ca\/eic\/site\/cd-dgc.nsf\/eng\/cs06643.html#toc-01.01\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">requirements<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to be included. Becoming a<\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/blog\/can-i-be-a-single-person-corporation\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> single-person corporation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is possible in Canada, but you still need to file all of the paperwork.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay the fee<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the paperwork has been completed, you need to pay the incorporation fee of the jurisdiction you are registering in. This fee will vary depending on whether you are completing this yourself or have professional assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting a business as a Canadian freelancer<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freelancing is one of the easiest (and cheapest) ways to start a business these days. In many cases, there is no need to rent a space, purchase stock or supplies or even do a ton of paperwork to get started. But it is important to remember that it is just that\u2014a business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So next time someone asks you, &#8220;do freelancers need a business license in Canada?&#8221;, you can tell them to make sure the proper research is done, that the legal loose ends are tied up, and to check out <\/span><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ownr.co\/\&quot;"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ownr.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do freelancers need a business license in Canada? 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