CASE STUDY
With the acceleration of global expansion, more businesses are choosing to enter the North American market. British Columbia has become a top choice for e-commerce companies due to its business-friendly policies, strong business environment, fast registration process, and clear tax framework.
CHYIELD recently assisted an e-commerce company in completing its limited liability company registration in BC, Canada, along with GST and PST tax number applications. The entire process was efficient and compliant, marking a solid first step for the client's North American operations.
Client Background and Requirements
Shareholder Structure: A UK company (ABC Limited)
Director: Mr. Zhu (individual)
Industry: Cross-border e-commerce
Client Needs: Register a limited liability company in BC, Canada, and complete all corporate registrations plus GST/PST tax number applications to ensure compliant business operations in North America.
Key Advantage: BC does not require a Canadian resident director. Wholly foreign-owned companies and foreign directors are eligible for direct registration, making it highly favorable for cross-border e-commerce businesses.
CHYIELD Service Plan
CHYIELD provided end-to-end Canada company registration and tax services. The client only needed to supply basic documentation.
Service Process
Document Preparation
Assisted client in completing company information collection form
Collected UK company registration documents and director identification
Collected complete shareholding structure chart
Collected identification of indirect shareholders and ultimate beneficial owner (UBO)
Company Registration Submission
Submitted company registration application to the relevant BC authority
Name review is conducted post-submission (no pre-approval required)
Tax Number Application
Applied for federal GST number (Goods and Services Tax)
Applied for BC PST number (Provincial Sales Tax)
Completed corporate income tax account setup
Deliverables
BC Certificate of Incorporation
Articles of Association and Notice of Articles
GST number (no certificate, number only)
PST registration document (including filing frequency and deadlines)
Corporate income tax account information
Total Time: Approximately 1 month
Certificate of Incorporation
2.Notice of Articles
3.Articles of Association
4.PST Registration Document (including filing frequency and deadlines)
BC Tax Filing and Compliance Considerations
Filing frequency is determined by estimated annual sales. Estimated sales are reported during registration, and the tax authority sets the GST/PST filing frequency as monthly, quarterly, or annually.
GST vs. PST: BC does not issue a GST certificate—only a number. PST has an official document with filing period and deadlines.
Quarterly filing deadline: 30th or 31st of the following month.
Annual compliance deadlines: Corporate income tax + GST filing due by 31 March each year starting the year after registration. Annual return due by 30 June each year starting the year after registration.
Zero returns are required. Even with no sales or tax, returns must be filed on time, or penalties and interest apply.
Why E-Commerce Businesses Prefer BC
No Canadian resident director requirement, foreign directors welcome
No capital verification, no minimum registered capital
Close to the U.S. with convenient logistics and customs clearance, ideal for Amazon and independent store sellers
Clear tax framework, SME-friendly overall tax burden
Short registration cycle, approximately 1 month, standardized documentation
Case Summary
CHYIELD completed BC company registration and GST/PST applications for a UK e-commerce business in approximately one month, with full tax compliance guidance.
For Canada company registration, tax planning, or other needs, contact CHYIELD for a tailored overseas expansion solution.
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