Notice: upcoming changes to the Business Licence Bylaw |
Business licence renewal notices will be mailed in mid-November 2026. Renewal fees will be based on the 2027 Business Licence Bylaw because licences will be renewed for the 2027 calendar year. If you start a new business before January 1, 2027, the 2026 Business Licence Bylaw still applies. For more information, please refer to the new Business Licence Bylaw [PDF/1.1MB]. |
This bylaw outlines the rules for operating a business in Courtenay. All businesses — whether permanent, mobile, home-based or non-resident — must have a valid business licence before starting operations. It covers:
- Licence types and fees
- Mobile food vendor regulations
- Rules for cannabis retail, door-to-door sales and other special business types
- Requirements for keeping licences valid and up to date
Apply for a business licence or visit the business licences page for more information.
Category
General regulatory
Bylaw No.
No. 2523
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