Guide to Doing Business in North America

When entrepreneurs think of doing business in North America, three countries typically come to mind: Canada, the United States, and Mexico. While each offers its own advantages, Canada stands out as the most business-friendly, stable, and globally connected hub for startups and established companies alike.

With its strong economy, robust infrastructure, diverse talent pool, and welcoming immigration programs, Canada is increasingly becoming the go-to destination for entrepreneurs looking to expand in North America.

In this article, we’ll explore:

  • Why is Canada the best place for doing business in North America?
  • Best Provinces in Canada
  • How to expand your business in North America with OnDemand International?

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Why Canada is the Best Place for Doing Business in North America?

Canada ranks among the top countries globally for ease of doing business. According to the World Bank, it consistently ranks higher than the U.S. and Mexico in terms of regulatory efficiency, tax simplicity, and investor protection.

Here’s what makes Canada a great choice for your business:

1. Strategic Location

Canada shares the world’s longest undefended border with the United States, giving businesses direct access to the world’s largest consumer market. Moreover, due to trade agreements like USMCA (formerly NAFTA) and CETA (with the EU), Canadian businesses enjoy duty-free or low-tariff access to over 1.5 billion consumers globally.

2. Political and Economic Stability

Unlike many parts of the world, Canada’s economy is stable, diversified, and growing. It has one of the lowest debt-to-GDP ratios among G7 nations.

3. Business-Friendly Policies

From corporate tax advantages to government-backed grants and incentives, the Canadian government encourages entrepreneurship. 

Best Provinces in Canada

How to Expand Your Business in the North America with OnDemand International?

Here’s how we can help you register a business in the North American region:

We assist with choosing the right structure—federal or provincial incorporation, LLC or Corporation- and help complete all formalities including:

  • Name reservation
  • Business number and tax registration
  • Opening a corporate bank account
  • Licensing and compliance

We help foreign founders apply for the Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Visa

Our accounts and tax compliance team from OnDemand International handles:

  • Monthly bookkeeping
  • Corporate tax filings
  • GST/HST registration
  • Payroll and audit support

Conclusion

If you're considering doing business in North America, there’s no better place than Canada. With its thriving industries, international access, and business-friendly policies, Canada offers a secure and scalable launchpad for any entrepreneur.

Whether you're in tech, logistics, healthcare, consulting, recruitment, or agribusiness, Canada's ecosystem has the tools, talent, and support you need to succeed.