Corporations Canada: Dissolving a Corporation

Applies to: All of Canada

There are a few steps you must follow for the voluntary dissolution (legal termination) of your corporation. The procedure varies slightly depending on the situation. Voluntary dissolution can happen:

• before commencing business;
• where there is no property;
• where property and liabilities have been disposed of; or
• after proposing liquidation and dissolution of the corporation by the directors or shareholders.

Learn about the different procedures that may apply to your corporation and access the forms you need to terminate your corporation.