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If you are looking to operate a business in Bracebridge you may require a business licence. In Bracebridge, the Town licenses the following types of businesses:
- Dog Kennels
- Refreshment vehicles or carts (for such things as hot dogs, french fries, ice cream and the like)
- Temporary Vendors. A temporary vendor (also known as "temporary sales" or "hawkers and peddlers") licence allows a person to go door to door or to a fixed location with goods, wares or merchandise for sale, or who carries and exposes samples, patterns or specimens of any goods, wares or merchandise that are to be delivered afterwards.
For all other types of business licences or permits including a Provincial Master Business Licence/Business Name registration, visit the Muskoka Small Business Centre or call at 705-646-9021. Staff will assist you in identifying your requirements for licences or permits to operate your business in Muskoka.
If you operate your business in other communities you may need a separate licence. Only those businesses outlined in the business licensing by-law requires a licence from the Town of Bracebridge. Business licence requirements may be different in other municipalities.
Dog Kennel Licence
If you are boarding, breeding, grooming or training dogs on your property, you may be required to obtain a Dog Kennel Licence.
To obtain a kennel licence complete and submit the Business Licence Application Form. The application fee of $125 is an annual fee.
There are certain zoning requirements and standards for kennels as outlined in By-Law No. 2007-043.
Before building any type of kennel structure contact By-law Enforcement Staff at 705-645-6319.
Refreshment Vehicle Licence
Also referred to as chip wagon, mobile barbecue, refrigerated bicycle cart, etc., and that serve food such as hot dogs, french fries, ice cream, and the like.
Please read our By-law on Refreshment Vehicle Licences and Regulations to ensure you meet all the necessary requirements.
Also, please read the public information brochure on refreshment vehicles.
Review, fill out and submit the Business Licence Application Form to apply for your Refreshment Vehicle Licence. For additional information contact the By-law Enforcement Branch or call 705-645-6319.
Temporary Vendor Licence
Temporary Vendors are also known as temporary sales, hawkers, pedlars, etc., and may be operated from a fixed location or at various locations within Bracebridge.
Please read our Temporary Vendor Business Licence By-Law (By-Law 2018-031) to ensure you meet all the necessary requirements.
Review, fill out and submit the Business Licence Application Form to apply for your Temporary Vendor Licence.
Contact our By-Law Enforcement Staff at 705-645-6319 ext. 3250 for more information.