Renew a business or non-profit registration with Registry of Joint Stock Companies
Businesses and non-profits need to renew their registration and pay a renewal fee each year they continue to operate. Renewal is due in the anniversary month that the business or non-profit originally incorporated or registered. For example, if you originally incorporated in February, then you renew each February.
Use the Renew My Registration Form to renew the registration of your business or non-profit each year it continues to operate.
Renewal is due in the anniversary month that the business or non-profit originally incorporated or registered. For example, if you originally incorporated in February, then you renew each February.
Renewal notice
Registry of Joint Stock Companies sends you a renewal notice by mail or email a month before the renewal date. It’s your responsibility to renew on time.
Public record
Information you file with Registry of Joint Stock Companies is available to the public.
Who can use this form
Businesses and non-profits need to use this form to renew their registration.
What you need to do
- Complete the Renew My Registration Form online.
- Include payment with your form.
- Submit your completed form and payment.
How long it takes
It should take 1 to 2 weeks to update your records. It can take longer if more information is needed or if your form hasn’t been filled in correctly.
Cost
Renewal fees and information required at renewal vary depending on the legal structure of your business or non-profit.
Payment options
Credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover), debit card, cheque, money order, cash. Make your cheque or money order payable to the Minister of Finance. Payment options may vary depending on how you renew.
When you pay online you need to pay the fee by credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Visa Debit, Debit Mastercard).
Online
When you renew online you need to create an account or sign in.
You can use the Renewal Notice Form if you’re unable to renew online. Send your completed form and payment by mail. Or drop them off at Registry of Joint Stock Companies or Access Nova Scotia.