Business Licensing
You may need to get a business licence from the Town of Saugeen Shores if your business operates on a temporary or transient basis, uses a refreshment vehicle or provides entertainment.
Permanent businesses located in Saugeen Shores do not require a licence.
Applying for a Licence
Access BizPal to determine if you need a business licence and download application forms.
Access the online Saugeen Shores Business Licence Application.
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You must submit your application form to the Clerk's Office at least 30 days in advance of requiring a business licence. Your application must include:
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Fees |
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Types of Licences
There are a number of categories of business licensing, as listed below. View Business Licensing By-law 98-2004 for more details.
Temporary Sales Licence |
This licence applies to the following:
Vendors of this nature must submit a Temporary Sales Licence Application to the Clerk's Office prior to the sale of goods. |
Refreshment Vehicles Licence |
This licence applies to the following:
Vendors of this nature must submit a Refreshment Vehicle Licence Application to the Clerk's Office prior to the sale of goods. All refreshment vehicles must be approved by the Public and a TSSA certificate is required prior to obtaining a licence. Saugeen Shores issues annual Refreshment Vehicle Licences on municipally owned sites, where public washrooms are available. Review the Refreshment Vehicle on Town Property Policy. |
Entertainment Licence |
This licence applies to any circus, menagerie or place of amusement that sets up in the Town of Saugeen Shores. Businesses of this nature must submit an Entertainment Licence Application to the Clerk's Office prior to the sale of goods or services. |
Taxi and Limousine Licence |
When submitting an application each year, the following must accompany the Taxi or Limousine Application.
Each vehicle is issued a Saugeen Shores Taxi Licence Plate, which must be attached to the rear bumper of each vehicle. Each driver will be issued a Saugeen Shores identification card, which must be visible at all times while working. |