Frequently Asked Questions

 Incorporation provides legal protection, separates personal and business liabilities, improves credibility, and makes it easier to raise capital. Whether you're starting in Vancouver, Victoria, or Kelowna, incorporating helps build a strong foundation for long-term success. 

You’ll need a business name (or choose a numbered company), designate directors and shareholders, define your share structure, and submit incorporation documents. We guide you through the entire process and handle the paperwork for you o this item.

Our Foundation First Incorporation Package starts at $989 CAD and includes a NUANS name search, digital minute book, registered address (for BC), and onboarding with experienced paralegals. 

No. Incorporation can be done through trusted corporate service providers like POD CORPORATE. Katherina Doerksen is a senior paralegal with over 2 decades of experience and has done thousands of incorporation and specializes in Corporate compliance and offer hands-on support that is affordable and compliant with provincial regulations. 

A corporate minute book is a legal record of your company’s activities, such as director resolutions, shareholder changes, and meeting minutes. Every incorporated business in BC must maintain one. We create and store your digital minute book to ensure you remain compliant. 

Failure to file annual reports can result in late fees, penalties, and ultimately your business being dissolved by BC Registries. Our team ensures your filings are submitted on time and keeps you in good standing year after year. 

Yes. We offer both British Columbia and federal incorporations depending on your goals. Whether you're based in Surrey, Victoria, Kelowna, Vancouver, Delta, Burnaby or Hope or anywhere else in British Columbia, or planning to do business across Canada, we’ll help determine the best option for you. 

We support clients across the entire province, including but not limited to: Vancouver, Surrey, Victoria, Kelowna, Burnaby, Kamloops, Langley, Nanaimo, and more. All services are handled digitally so you can get expert help no matter where you are. 

Typically 1 to 2 business days, depending on name approval and processing times. We prioritize speed without sacrificing accuracy, so you can launch your business quickly. 

Yes!  If you choose a named company rather than a numbered company, we handle the NUANS name search and registration as part of our incorporation services. 

Katherina Doerksen (Kat), founder of POD CORPORATE, is able to offer select corporate compliance services directly to the public through the Law Society of BC’s Innovation Sandbox initiative. This program allows experienced legal professionals like Kat — who has over two decades of corporate paralegal experience — to support small business owners with tasks like incorporations, minute book organization, and annual filings without needing to go through a lawyer. While Kat is not a lawyer and doesn’t give legal advice, her work is permitted through a formal no-action letter from the LSBC, meaning she can help you stay compliant without facing regulatory enforcement. The Law Society does not regulate or endorse POD CORPORATE, and full disclosure of these terms is provided transparently on our website disclaimer and all company documents. 

Absolutely. We specialize in working with first-time founders all over BC. Our onboarding process is educational and supportive, ensuring you feel confident in your setup and answer all your questions.

Not for basic incorporation and compliance. If your needs go beyond our scope, such as complex shareholder agreements or legal disputes, we will refer you to a licensed lawyer from our trusted network. Through our other divison Paralegals On Demand we service many law firms and lawyers and we have your best interest at heart. If it's out of our scope we will without a doubt refer you to the right place. That's another advantage of using us instead of an automated platform. Personalized service. 

Yes. For BC-based companies, we provide both registered and records office services to help meet legal requirements and ensure your mail and notices are handled promptly. 

Yes. We handle director and shareholder updates, as well as any required resolutions and filings, so your corporate records stay up to date. 

Yes. We provide ongoing support, reminders, and additional services like annual filings, minute book updates, and business consulting so you stay compliant as you grow. 

 POD CORPORATE offers more than just incorporation — we provide clarity, confidence, and strategic direction from day one. All paralegal services are delivered directly by our Founder, Katherina Doerksen, a highly experienced corporate paralegal who has worked over 2 decades at some of the nation's top firms before launching Paralegals On Demand.  

You also gain access to business consulting from David Bond, our in-house strategist and serial entrepreneur, who brings real-world insight on business planning, financials, marketing, and growth. We complement this with referrals to a trusted local network when your needs go beyond our scope — giving you not just paperwork, but a strong foundation for success.

Dissolution occurs if filings are missed for two consecutive years or if compliance is ignored. Reinstatement can be complex and costly. We ensure your company stays active and compliant so you never face this risk. 

 We’re a people-first service. Every client is handled humanely and we build relationships with small business owners in order to grow with them. We offer the simplicity of online systems with the depth of personalized support. 

Online incorporation apps can be tempting, but they often leave you on your own once the forms are filed. You might receive a stack of documents — without guidance on how to keep your company compliant, file future updates, or understand what your obligations actually are. That’s where the difference lies.

At POD CORPORATE, you’re supported by a senior corporate paralegal with real-world experience and a business consultant who can help you take the next steps. We guide you through not just the paperwork, but the planning — from compliance to growth strategy.

And when your needs go beyond our scope, we happily refer you to our trusted network of lawyers. Many are close collaborators and valued partners on our B2B side. Some clients are best served by a lawyer from day one, especially if there are complex matters or specific legal advice required. Others benefit from our more hands-on, personalized, and affordable model — or even a combination of both.

The most important thing? Don’t go it alone or rely solely on a faceless app. Whether you choose POD CORPORATE or a law firm, reach out to us first. We’ll help you assess your needs and point you in the right direction — no pressure, no cost.