Legal

Imprint & Legal Disclosure

Business registration details, regulatory disclosures, and privacy contact information for Brilliance Studio — operating as a home renovation and design company in Canada.

Business Identity

Registered Business Information

The following information identifies the legal entity responsible for operating the Brilliance Studio website and providing renovation and design services in Canada. Update these fields with the exact registered details before launch.

  • Legal business nameBrilliance Studio
  • Business structureSole proprietorship / Corporation (update as applicable)
  • Province of registrationOntario, Canada
  • Mailing address[Street address, City, Province, Postal Code, Canada]
  • Emailinfo@brilliancestudio.ca
  • Websitehttps://brilliancestudio.ca

Tax & Registration

CRA Business Number and HST/GST Registration

Businesses operating in Canada and providing taxable renovation and construction services are required to register with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and collect Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) or Goods and Services Tax (GST) once annual taxable revenues exceed the small supplier threshold ($30,000 CAD).

All applicable taxes will be itemized separately on project invoices in accordance with CRA requirements.

  • CRA Business Number (BN)[9-digit CRA Business Number]
  • HST / GST Registration Number[BN followed by RT0001 — e.g., 123456789 RT0001]
  • Provincial business registration[Ontario Master Business Licence number or corporation number]

HST in Ontario is currently 13% (5% federal GST + 8% provincial component). Rates may vary for services delivered in other provinces. Confirm applicable rates with a Canadian tax advisor.

Workplace Safety

WSIB Registration and Worker Safety

Brilliance Studio is registered with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) of Ontario, or equivalent provincial workers' compensation authority where services are delivered. WSIB coverage protects workers engaged in construction and renovation activities against workplace injury.

Clients may request a WSIB Clearance Certificate prior to project commencement. This certificate confirms that Brilliance Studio's premiums are in good standing and that no WSIB liability will transfer to the property owner.

  • WSIB Account Number[WSIB account number — obtain clearance certificate at wsib.ca]
  • WSIB Clearance CertificateAvailable upon request before project start

Property owners who engage contractors without WSIB coverage may be held liable for workplace injuries under Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Act. Always confirm WSIB status before work begins.

Licensing & Trades

Trade Licensing and Professional Designations

Renovation and construction work in Canada is subject to provincial licensing and trade certification requirements. Certain trades — including electrical, plumbing, gas, and HVAC — require a Certificate of Qualification issued by the Ontario College of Trades (OCOT) or equivalent provincial authority.

Brilliance Studio works with licensed tradespeople and qualified subcontractors for all regulated work. Proof of trade certification is available upon request for any regulated trade performed on your project.

  • Electrical work is performed by or under the supervision of a Licensed Electrical Contractor (LEC) registered with the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA).
  • Plumbing and drain work is carried out by or supervised by a licensed plumber holding a Certificate of Qualification (309A or equivalent).
  • Gas line and HVAC work is performed by a certified gas technician (G1/G2) or HVAC-licensed contractor.
  • All work requiring a building permit is coordinated to meet Ontario Building Code (OBC) and local municipal requirements.

Consumer Protection

Consumer Rights and Dispute Resolution

Brilliance Studio operates in accordance with applicable Canadian consumer protection legislation, including the Consumer Protection Act (Ontario) and equivalent provincial statutes where services are delivered.

Clients have the right to receive a written contract for renovation projects exceeding the applicable provincial threshold. If a dispute arises that cannot be resolved directly, parties are encouraged to seek mediation before initiating legal proceedings. Brilliance Studio's services are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein.

  • Written contracts are provided for all renovation projects.
  • Clients may cancel a contract within the cooling-off period where applicable under provincial consumer protection law.
  • Dispute resolution is governed by Ontario law; mediation is preferred before litigation.
  • For consumer protection inquiries, contact the Ontario Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery.

Privacy

Privacy Officer and PIPEDA Contact

Brilliance Studio designates a Privacy Officer responsible for overseeing compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and any applicable provincial privacy legislation.

Individuals may submit requests to access, correct, or delete their personal information, withdraw consent, or raise privacy concerns by contacting the Privacy Officer directly. All requests will be acknowledged within 10 business days.

If you are not satisfied with Brilliance Studio's response to a privacy concern, you may file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca, or with the applicable provincial privacy commissioner.