Business licences & permits — Cambridge, Ontario

Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?

The City of Cambridge, Ontario has 3 adopted bylaws on file: Business Licensing By-law 142-16 (as amended); Outdoor Vendor By-law 173-16 (as amended); Sign By-law 191-03 (as amended), verified 2026-08-23.

Business Licensing By-law 142-16 (as amended) adopted bylaw

Establishes licensing categories and requirements for businesses operating in Cambridge (e.g. body piercing, tattoo parlour, adult entertainment, taxis/vehicles for hire, busker).

Outdoor Vendor By-law 173-16 (as amended) adopted bylaw

Licenses and regulates outdoor/mobile vendors including food trucks and street vendors, covering permitted locations and operating conditions.

Sign By-law 191-03 (as amended) adopted bylaw

Regulates permanent and temporary signage on private property citywide, incl. permit requirements and size/placement rules for business and event signs.

Machine-readable: business-licensing.json · Official website: http://www.cambridge.ca/ · Last verified 2026-08-23 · Business licences & permits in other municipalities