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Basic Commercial Participation Package
The Basic Commercial Participation Package defines the minimum commercial structure required for an incorporated operating company to participate within the PTB Contract Exchange framework.
It establishes baseline infrastructure, documented advertiser participation, and structural entry requirements.
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This package is intended to provide cost clarity before internal evaluation and matching. It reflects the lowest structured participation currently available.
Basic Commercial Package
Separate Incorporated Operating Company Required
Participation within the framework applies at the corporate level rather than to an individual.
For this reason, a separate incorporated operating entity is required.
Corporate Structural Requirement
If a prospective operator has not yet incorporated, formation may be completed at minimum cost limited to basic government filing fees.
Existing business owners may be required to form a separate incorporated company specifically for participation within the framework.
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The structural governance mechanics applicable to incorporated entities are outlined in Business Structure Framework. Corporate isolation ensures clear revenue documentation and participation alignment.
Minimum Monthly Infrastructure Cost
The minimum recurring infrastructure cost is $120.00 CAD plus applicable HST per month. This amount reflects baseline commercial tools necessary for operational readiness.
Infrastructure Components Included
The monthly amount covers foundational elements such as website hosting, website maintenance, business phone configuration, and corporate email setup.
These components establish the minimum commercial presence required for structured participation.
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If underlying infrastructure expenses increase, the baseline monthly amount may be adjusted accordingly. Any modification would be documented prior to implementation.
Minimum Advertiser Participation
The minimum advertiser participation is 3 percent of gross revenue generated by the incorporated operating company. This percentage is calculated monthly and applies to total revenue before expenses, excluding HST collected.
Gross Revenue Basis and Structure
The 3 percent participation applies to all revenue generated by the incorporated operating entity. If no revenue is generated in a given month, no participation amount is payable for that period.
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Participation may be structured either as dividend distribution where equity exists or as documented contractual compensation where equity is not held.
Revenue documentation processes are aligned with Revenue Transparency Platform.
Evaluation and Matching Process
Participation is not automatic and requires internal evaluation of a submitted business model. Matching with an advertising partner occurs only where structural alignment and commercial viability are confirmed.
Conditional Implementation
The operating sequence for new participants is described in How It Works. Participation terms are formally documented prior to operational commencement.
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The amounts disclosed on this page represent the minimum possible structure and may vary depending on corporate approval and documented agreements.
Relationship to Advertising Participation
Advertisers participate commercially in accordance with documented agreements executed with the incorporated operating company. This participation is not a commission-based referral system.
Structured Commercial Alignment
The participation framework for advertisers is described in Advertising Partnership Canada. Revenue participation reflects commercial alignment rather than brokerage activity.
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All participation remains subject to formal corporate authorization and documented agreement.
Canada-Wide Applicability
The Basic Commercial Participation Package may be implemented for incorporated operating companies in any Canadian province or territory. Geographic scope remains determined by corporate governance and commercial decisions.
Operational Independence
The incorporated operating company remains the contracting entity with its customers. PTB Contract Exchange maintains administrative and documentation alignment within the framework.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the 3 percent calculated on profit
A: No, it is calculated on gross revenue before expenses and excludes HST collected.
Q: Is the $120 monthly amount permanent
A: No, it represents the current minimum and may increase if infrastructure costs increase.
Q: Is incorporation mandatory for participation
A: Yes, a separate incorporated operating entity is required for structured participation within the framework.
Q: Is participation payable if there is no revenue
A: No, if no revenue is generated in a given month, no percentage is payable for that period.