Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?
In the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley, Ontario, business licences & permits rules are set by By-law 13-17 to Regulate the Holding of Public Events and Festivals, verified 2026-10-23. A licence is required. Fee: $ 206.75; A Registered Charitable Organization may submit a written request to have the fee waived. Who must license: No person shall sponsor an event within the geographical limits of the Corporation without a license.
| licence required | yes | s. 2 |
| who must license | No person shall sponsor an event within the geographical limits of the Corporation without a license | s. 2 |
| fee | $ 206.75; A Registered Charitable Organization may submit a written request to have the fee waived | Schedule "F" |
Requires a licence (Schedule A) from the Township to hold public events/festivals, enacted under Municipal Act s.151 among others; application at least 60 days ahead, fire department and insurance requirements.
Township licensing page: lottery and bazaar licences, hobby kennel licence ($200); no general business licensing by-law.