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Share register (securities register) for Canadian corporations
How to keep the shareholder register federal and Ontario corporations must maintain.
Quick answer
| Federal | CBCA s. 50 |
| Ontario | OBCA s. 141 |
| Shares | No par value |
What the register records
- Each shareholder's name and latest known address
- The number and class of shares held
- The date and details of each issue and transfer
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| Holder | Address | Class | Number | Certificate | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jane Doe | 100 Main St, Toronto | Common | 100 | C-1 | 2026-01-15 |
Mistakes to avoid
Common trap: showing a par value
CBCA and OBCA shares have no par value. Templates from other countries often add one.
- Register not matching share certificates
- Transfers recorded without a directors' approval where the articles restrict transfer
Frequently asked questions
Is a share register the same as a securities register?
Yes, the statutes call it a securities register.
Does the register need to match the ISC register?
They are different records, but holders of 25% or more usually appear on both.
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