Regulations for specific business activities
Learn what regulations apply to key business activities, such as importing, exporting, marketing, managing employees, transporting goods, and more.
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Registering your business
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/1282/
Find out about the requirements to register your business with different levels of government.
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Marketing, Advertising and Sales Regulations
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/1209/
Attracting new customers to your business is essential. But you need to follow a few rules along the way.
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Human resources regulations
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/1610/
Understand your obligations and responsibilities as an employer with regards to hiring, labour standards, wages, employment equity, maternity and parental leave, and more.
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Hiring requirements
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/1556/
Learn how to implement non-discriminatory hiring practices and find out what paperwork is required when you hire a new employee.
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Health and safety regulations
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/3375/
Learn about your obligations regarding ensuring the safety of your products, your services and your workplace. You can also get information on best practices and inspections related to health and safety.
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Environmental regulations
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/92/882/
Check these sources for Canadian environmental guidelines, regulations and agreements.
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Exporting Goods Regulations
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/1312/
There are numerous opportunities for Canadian companies in global markets, but you need to be aware of certain laws and regulations when exporting your goods.
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Importing regulations
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/1338/
Importing is a regulated process. Know the rules and what you need to do to comply with regulations.
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Privacy and your business
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/2338/
If you collect, use or disclose personal information about individuals, you need to understand your privacy obligations and find out how to implement appropriate privacy policies and procedures.
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Accessibility
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/5225/
Find out how to make your business accessible to persons with disabilities.
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Re:Sound Music Licences for Businesses
http://www.resound.ca/en/music_users/businesses.htm
Find out how to get the right licence(s) if you are playing recorded music as part of your business or at an event.