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L'ABC de l'écosystème entrepreneurial québécois

Laws and Regulations


Laws and regulations can vary significantly from one country to another. Take the time to carefully assess your situation.

Your status

 
It is very important to understand your immigration status before taking any steps toward starting a business. If you are unsure of your status or the current state of your immigration file, you can obtain more information from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) by following the instructions provided on its website.


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Regulated professions and trades


Depending on your profession or trade, you may need authorization from a regulatory body to practise. This may be the case, for example, if you wish to practise a profession governed by a professional order or work in a regulated construction trade.

For more information, visit the following useful websites.
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