Canadian Company Onboarding Guide
How to Complete Registration in Pruuvn® (Including BIN / Tax ID Requirement)
Overview
This guide explains how Canadian businesses can successfully complete onboarding within the Pruuvn® platform.
For Canadian entities, the Business Number (BN) must be entered in the Tax ID field during registration. This ensures proper entity verification and compliance validation within the system.
What Is Required for Canadian Companies
Canadian companies must provide:
- Legal Business Name
- Registered Business Address
- Business Number (BN) – entered in the Tax ID field
- Contact Information
- Website (if applicable)
- Electronic Signature
Important Change: BIN / Business Number Requirement
What Changed?
The Tax ID field now requires Canadian companies to enter their Business Number (BN).
If your company is registered in Canada, you must:
- Enter your 9-digit Business Number (BN)
- Include the full BN (without spaces or special formatting unless otherwise instructed)
Example Format
123456789Do not include:
- “BN”
- Spaces
- Dashes
- Program account extensions (e.g., RT0001) unless specifically requested
If your organization has multiple program accounts (GST/HST, Payroll, etc.), enter only the core 9-digit BN unless your onboarding instructions state otherwise.
Step-by-Step Onboarding Instructions
Step 1: Enter Business Information
Complete all required company information fields:
- Company Name
- Address
- Phone Number
- Website (if applicable)
If your company does not have a website, select:
☑ No Website
Step 2: Enter Tax ID (Canadian Companies Only)
In the field labeled:
BN/Tax ID *
Enter your:
→ 9-digit Canadian Business Number (BN)
This is mandatory for Canadian entities.
Step 3: Customize Appearance (Optional)
You may configure:
- Header Color Picker
- Form Card Color Picker
- Company Description
These are optional but recommended for branding consistency.
Step 4: Electronic Signature
To complete the form:
- Type your full legal name in the Electronic Signature field
- Optionally draw your signature
- Click Accept Signature
This confirms that the information submitted is accurate and authorized.
Validation & Verification
Once submitted:
- The Business Number (BN) will be used for entity verification.
- Pruuvn® may validate your entity against official Canadian registries.
- Any discrepancies may result in follow-up from the Pruuvn® team.
Common Errors to Avoid
❌ Entering a U.S. EIN instead of a Canadian BN
❌ Adding “RT0001” or other suffixes unless instructed
❌ Including spaces or special characters in the BN
❌ Leaving the Tax ID field blank
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I don’t know my Business Number?
You can find your BN on:
- CRA correspondence
- GST/HST filings
- Payroll filings
- Your corporate registration documents
If unsure, contact your accountant or review your CRA documentation.
What if my company operates in both the U.S. and Canada?
Enter the Tax ID associated with the legal entity completing the onboarding.
If onboarding as a Canadian entity, use the Canadian BN.
Is the BN stored securely?
Yes. Pruuvn® follows strict data security and compliance controls to ensure all sensitive business data is encrypted and securely handled.
Support
If you experience issues during onboarding:
- Use in-app chat support
- Email: support@pruuvn.com
- Submit a help request through your dashboard
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