Incorporating a Healthcare Professional Corporation in Ontario
Legal Guidance for Dentists, Pharmacists, Physicians, and Other Regulated Professionals
At Goldstein and Grubner LLP, we help healthcare professionals across Ontario incorporate with confidence. Whether you’re a dentist, pharmacist, physician, chiropractor, or regulated health practitioner, we provide end-to-end legal support to ensure your incorporation is fully compliant, strategically structured, and aligned with your long-term goals.
Why Incorporate?
Incorporating a healthcare practice in Ontario offers significant advantages — from tax efficiency and liability protection to income splitting and long-term succession planning. But these benefits are only realized when the process is handled correctly, in compliance with your professional regulatory body and with a legal structure that matches your business goals.
Incorporation Services for Healthcare Professionals
At Goldstein and Grubner LLP, we specialize in healthcare professional incorporation and have advised hundreds of practitioners across Ontario. Our legal team provides personalized, strategic guidance at every stage.
▸ Regulatory Compliance
Each profession has unique requirements. We ensure your incorporation complies with the governing rules of bodies such as:
- The Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO)
- The Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP)
- The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)
- Other relevant regulatory colleges
We help you meet name approval guidelines, licensing rules, ownership restrictions, and structural requirements for Professional Corporations.
▸ Legal Structure & Share Design
We assist in structuring your corporation to reflect your needs — including share classes, ownership rights, and family member involvement (where permitted). This includes guidance on:
- Single or multiple shareholder setups
- Voting vs. non-voting shares
- Spousal or parental shareholding (if applicable)
We also draft clear, enforceable shareholder agreements when multiple professionals are involved.
▸ Tax Planning Support
Professional corporations can provide significant tax planning advantages — but only if structured correctly. We work with your accountant or tax advisor to implement strategies for:
- Income splitting
- Capital gains exemptions
- Dividend planning
- Deferral of personal income taxes
Our role is to ensure the legal framework supports your tax goals while remaining fully compliant.
▸ Employment & HR Considerations
Incorporating may affect how you employ associates, staff, or contractors. We guide you through employment law obligations, help revise contracts if needed, and ensure a smooth transition for your team.
▸ Corporate Governance & Records
Once incorporated, your professional corporation will need to maintain certain legal and regulatory records. We assist with:
- Corporate minute books and bylaws
- Director and officer obligations
- Annual resolutions and filings
We ensure your corporation remains in good legal standing year after year.
▸ Ongoing Legal Support
Our work doesn’t stop at incorporation. As your practice grows, we’re here to assist with:
- Buying or selling a practice
- Employment and associate agreements
- Leasing, financing, or expansion
- Succession planning and estate integration
Incorporate With Confidence
At Goldstein and Grubner LLP, we’ve helped healthcare professionals across Ontario set up their professional corporations properly — and profitably. We understand the fine print, the regulations, and the business of healthcare.
Whether you’re incorporating for the first time or restructuring an existing business, we provide the clarity and legal protection you need.
Start your incorporation the right way. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
