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Cooperatives Act [fact sheet]

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A cooperative is a business organization started by people who want to use services or buy goods as a group, have an equal say in how the business is run and share in any profits the business... More ≫

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A cooperative is a business organization started by people who want to use services or buy goods as a group, have an equal say in how the business is run and share in any profits the business makes. In Alberta, cooperatives are regulated by the Cooperatives Act and related regulation. This fact sheet lays out highlights of the legislation and how to to incorporate a cooperative.

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Incorporation guide : for incorporating an Alberta insurance company, or licensing a reciprocal insurance exchange in Alberta

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This guide is a reference tool for applicants wishing to incorporate an insurance company in the province of Alberta. The guide also includes information for licensing of a reciprocal insurance... More ≫

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This guide is a reference tool for applicants wishing to incorporate an insurance company in the province of Alberta. The guide also includes information for licensing of a reciprocal insurance exchange where Alberta is the primary regulator. For more information, visit https://www.alberta.ca/insurance-information-insurers.aspx#forms.

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How to form a society

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Provides information on how to form a society in Alberta. Societies are formed by groups of people who wish to join to promote their common interests. These interests may be recreation, cultural... More ≫

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Provides information on how to form a society in Alberta. Societies are formed by groups of people who wish to join to promote their common interests. These interests may be recreation, cultural or charitable. Societies can be formed for any useful purpose but they cannot be formed to carry on a trade or business.

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Articles of incorporation requirements : Cooperatives Act

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This resource contains a checklist to help cooperatives develop an Articles of Incorporation document. It also includes additional requirements for housing, multi-stakeholder, employment, and new... More ≫

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This resource contains a checklist to help cooperatives develop an Articles of Incorporation document. It also includes additional requirements for housing, multi-stakeholder, employment, and new generation cooperatives. An Articles of Incorporation is a document developed by a cooperative that provides information required by the Act and Cooperatives Regulation. Articles of Incorporation must be submitted when a cooperative continues or incorporates.

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Drafting and revising bylaws for not-for-profit organizations in Alberta

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This guidebook is designed to provide an overview to the incorporation of not-for-profit societies within the province of Alberta, and to provide guidelines to consider when incorporating a... More ≫

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This guidebook is designed to provide an overview to the incorporation of not-for-profit societies within the province of Alberta, and to provide guidelines to consider when incorporating a society and drafting bylaws and incorporation documents for a society.

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Farm business incorporation

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This guide provides a comprehensive overview of farm business incorporation, detailing the characteristics and establishment of a farm corporation. It explores various capital structures, the... More ≫

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This guide provides a comprehensive overview of farm business incorporation, detailing the characteristics and establishment of a farm corporation. It explores various capital structures, the distribution of profits and losses, and key factors to consider for incorporation, including income tax and estate planning features. The resource aims to equip farmers with essential information to discuss alternatives with legal and accounting professionals, ensuring a well-informed decision regarding the transition to a corporate business arrangement.

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