Licenses and regulates mobile food/refreshment vehicles, carts and cycles operating in the City of Thorold; annual licences expire December 31, single-day licences expire at day's end.
Business licences & permits — Thorold, Ontario
Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?
The City of Thorold, Ontario has 3 adopted bylaws on file: By-law to License, Regulate and Govern Refreshment Vehicles/Carts/Cycles No. 16-2017; Residential Rental Licensing By-law No. 109-2017 (Consolidated); Sign By-law No. 44-2018, verified 2026-08-23.
Requires licensing, regulation and inspection of residential rental properties in Thorold (long-term rentals, not short-term/tourist accommodation); exempts buildings with 5+ units, owner-occupied homes with max 2 tenant bedrooms, and student housing. Licences are 2-year term, in force since Jan 1, 2018.
Regulates permanent and temporary signs (banners, billboards, portable/pole signs, community event signs, etc.) city-wide; requires a permit from the Chief Building Official before erecting or relocating a sign.