When selecting a name, it’s important to avoid using any existing business names, even if they are located in a different city, province, or country. Consider the impact of someone else using your chosen name – would you want that to happen to you?
- Do a Google search (free)
- Do a Domain Name search (free search)
- Do a Trademark Search CIPO – in Canada and USA USPTO (free search)
- Do a Provincial Name search $8 per search
- A NUANS name search must be submitted with an application for an Ontario or Federal Incorporation $13.80 and up.
