How to Apply for a Business Number in Manitoba

Step 1: Create an online account here.

Step 2: Choose a name for the Business:

• Option 1: Named Business: Information to help you choose your business name is available here.
• Option 2: Numbered Business: If you want to carry on business under a numbered name in Manitoba, we assign the number followed by the word MANITOBA (i.e. 12345678 MANITOBA).

Step 3: File a Request for Name Reservation

• If registering a “named” business, a Request for Name Reservation must be filed with the fee of $45.00 to determine if the name is available. This form can be filed online.
• Refer to the Name Reservation page for more information.

Step 4: File a Business Name Registration form

• File a Business Name Registration form with the fee of $60.00 before the name reservation expires. This form can be filed online or on paper. Online filing provides the fastest processing times.
• Step-by-step instructions are available for filing a Sole Proprietorship (if you are the only owner) or Partnership online. Learn more about each here.

Although wait times may vary, most people who register for a business number usually get it within days of completing and submitting the above steps!