Starting my own mission-driven enterprise
Get full support for the legal incorporation of your company and the creation of the required corporate documentation.
As a not-for-profit organization with decades of experience in Ontario’s cooperative and social entrepreneurial milieu, we have developed a unique and in-depth expertise, available to any entrepreneur wishing to start a mission-driven enterprise. We specialize in providing comprehensive services to help Ontario NPOs and mission-driven enterprises build a solid foundation and thrive. Our services include the drafting and editing of essential documents, as well as strategic advice to ensure the successful growth of your organization.
Our start-up services
Drafting of articles of incorporation
- Tailor-made articles of incorporation for NPOs.
- Creation of articles of incorporation for cooperatives, whether at provincial or federal level.
- Drafting articles of incorporation for corporations with share capital in Ontario.
Regulations, policies and procedures
- Drafting and reviewing internal regulations, policies and procedures tailored to your specific needs.
- Establishing sound regulatory frameworks to guide your organization.
Transition to charitable organization status
- In-depth review of your bylaws, policies and procedures in preparation for the transition to charitable status.
- Validation of the charity concept and preparation of change resolutions.
- Assistance in preparing the membership register and obtaining the consent of the Board of Directors.
- Preparation and submission of the application form for charitable status, as well as follow-up with the authorities.
foundation meeting
- Preparing and running foundation meetings to launch your organization successfully.
- Guidance and advice to ensure a promising start.