Structuring Your E-Commerce Business in Canada
Structuring Your E-Commerce Business in Canada: A Complete Cross-Border Trade Guide Canadian incorporation offers powerful advantages for online businesses targeting North American markets. With efficient payment processing systems, strong trade agreements, and strategic access to more than 500 million consumers under the USMCA framework, Canada has become a leading jurisdiction for global e-commerce entrepreneurs. This guide explains the operational structure, tax requirements, compliance obligations, and strategic considerations for launching and scaling an online retail business in Canada. 1. Payment Gateway Integration for Canadian E-Commerce Canadian online businesses have access to globally recognized payment processors that fully support Canadian operations, currency settlement, and compliance integration. 1.1 Stripe Canada Stripe operates fully in Canada and supports: 1.1.1 All major credit cards and digital wallets 1.1.2 Automatic CAD and US...