Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?
In the Township of Puslinch, Ontario, business licences & permits rules are set by By-law No. 024-2021 Dogs and Kennels (consolidated Aug 5, 2025), verified 2026-10-23. A licence is required. Who must license: Kennel owners/operators, including boarding, breeding, and retiring kennels. Renewal: expires on the 1st day of February in the year succeeding the date of issue; renewal on or before that same date.
By-law No. 024-2021 Dogs and Kennels (consolidated Aug 5, 2025)
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 7.1
who must license
Kennel owners/operators, including boarding, breeding, and retiring kennels.
s. 7.1; "includes a BOARDING KENNEL, BREEDING KENNEL, and RETIRING KENNEL"
renewal
expires on the 1st day of February in the year succeeding the date of issue; renewal on or before that same date
s. 7.8
scout note
Township of Puslinch by-law to control, license, register and regulate dogs and kennels; kennel licence rules. Mostly dog control; only trade licensing by-law found.
Kennel Licences page
Township page on kennel licensing (listed on by-law index; not separately opened in full).
Lottery Licences page
Eligibility and application for municipal lottery licences for non-profit and charitable groups; no municipal lottery by-law posted.