Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?
In the Town of Oakville, Ontario, business licences & permits rules are set by Business Licensing By-law 2015-075 (consolidated to Oct 6, 2025), verified 2026-10-28. A licence is required. Fee: as set out in the Town of Oakville Annual Rates and Fees Schedule, which is not prorated and non-refundable. Who must license: Every business set out in Schedule 1.
Business Licensing By-law 2015-075 (consolidated to Oct 6, 2025)
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 2(1)(a)(i)
who must license
Every business set out in Schedule 1
s. 2(1)
fee
as set out in the Town of Oakville Annual Rates and Fees Schedule, which is not prorated and non-refundable
Schedule 1, s. 2
renewal
Expires on the designated date
s. 5
scout note
Town of Oakville general by-law licensing and regulating various businesses under the Municipal Act; Schedule 1 lists licence classes and rules; prohibits operating without a licence or at another location; administrative penalties apply.
Business Licensing By-law page
Town page summarising what the Business Licensing By-law 2015-075 prohibits and linking to the by-law and application.