Of course. Our agency has direct access to the federal name database and provincial government name database. All reports are valid and can be verified with Industry Canada.

Here are a few things to keep in mind when naming a nonprofit. The name must: Be distinct: It cannot be the same or very similar to the name of an existing organization. For example, another nonprofit, business, or even a trademark. Be specific: If the name is too general, it’s likely to be similar to another name. Not contain prohibited words. ONCA regulations do not allow nonprofits to use certain words in their name. For example, a nonprofit’s name cannot include: Foundation or charity, if it’s not a charity. Co-operative, condominium, and similar words that suggest that the nonprofit is governed by a law other than ONCA. Canada or Ontario, if these words are used in a way to suggest that the nonprofit is a branch of the government. College or University, if the words suggest that the nonprofit is licensed as a college or university. You need permission from the Minister of Colleges and Universities to include the words college and university in your name. Obscene or offensive words in any language. An individual’s name unless you have that person’s permission. The word “Limited” or “ltd.”.

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A name must have two elements. A distinctive (unique) element, that can't be common or popular English words. It should be a unique name or made up words. Second part is the descriptive element that normally describes the organization. The name may or may not have suffix (no obligation) such as foundation, association, institute, society etc.

If your purpose is to use this name to incorporate (limited liability company), choose any one of the legal suffix. All of them have same legal meaning, choice is for appearance purpose only. If your purpose is to use this name for sole proprietorship or master business license or trade name/business name registration or non-profit organization, choose the option "none".

Only one or two major activities should be sufficient. The description could be very brief (in a single line).

A NUANS® Report having exact conflict or partially conflict with an existing name won't work. In such case, you have to order again a new report with an alternative name. This process will continue until you get a successful report. The process costs money and time. To avoid this problem, government has introduced the pre-search system in the name database.

If any presence of illegal or prohibited element, our specialist will contact you and advise on how to avoid it. If you have knowledge on the guidelines and regulations of business name rules, you may not need this service, otherwise we recommend it.