Business Licensing and Permits

Planning to operate a business in the City of Vaughan? You may require a business licence or permit.

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Apply for a Vaughan licence or check whether a business or event has one!

Apply for or Renew a Business Licence or Permit

Check if a business or event has a Vaughan licence

How to apply for specific licences and permits

Visit the pages listed below to learn about application requirements for each area listed!

How information is used

Notice of collection statement
This forms on the application pages will be used to collect personal information as defined under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This information is collected under the legal authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001 c.25, as amended, or its successor act. This information will be used by the City of Vaughan for the administration and enforcement of City of Vaughan by-laws. Questions regarding this collection may be directed to the By-law and Compliance, Licensing and Permit Services department, City of Vaughan, 2141 Major Mackenzie Drive, Vaughan, Ontario L6A 1T1, at bylaw@vaughan.ca or 905-832-2281.

Options to apply and other resources

Options to apply: For all business licences and permits, you can also apply in-person, by email, by mail or drop-box; see each business page for more information.
Business registration: If you have any concerns related to business registration, please visit the Vaughan Business Enterprise Centre.
Identification: Learn what Canadian identification is needed to apply for a business licence or permit.
Other licences and permits: For a list of all City of Vaughan licences and permits, and other services, visit the Service Vaughan web page.