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# Business Licences and Permits
A license is required for certain types of businesses that operate within the Township of Wilmot. The Township does not issue licences for businesses operating within commercial buildings.
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## Businesses that Require a Licence
Farm Occupation
If you wish to operate a business on an agricultural property (other than a home occupation) you will need to an application for certificate of occupancy. Regulations for operating the business are found on page 4 of the form.
* Farm Occupation - print and complete
* Farm Occupation - fillable form
To apply, complete the application form and then submit and pay online.
Hawkers and Pedlars/Specific Location Daily Sales
To sell door-to-door or in a specific location such as a sporting goods show, furniture auction, etc. you are required to complete a Hawkers and Pedlars/Specific Location Daily Sales application form.
* Hawkers and Pedlars/Specific Location Daily Sales Licence - print and complete
* Hawkers and Pedlars/Specific Location Daily Sales Licence - fillable form
To apply, complete the application form and then submit and pay online.
Home Occupation
If you wish to operate a business from your home, you will need to an application for certificate of occupancy. Regulations for operating the business are found on page 3 of the form.
* Home Occupation - print and complete
* Home Occupation - fillable form
To apply, complete the application form and then submit and pay online
Kennels
Visit our Animal Services page for information about kennel licences.
Refreshment Vehicles/Carts
To operate a hot dog stand, fry wagon, ice cream truck, mobile canteen etc. on any property within the Township of Wilmot, you are required to complete a Refreshment Vehicle/Cart Application form.
Refreshment vehicles/carts are permitted only in commercial, industrial, and institutional zones with authorization from the property's owner.
* Application Requirements
* Refreshment Vehicle/Cart Licence - print and complete
* Refreshment Vehicle/Cart Licence - fillable form
To apply, complete the application form and then submit and pay online
The following refreshment vehicles are licensed in the Township of Wilmot for the 2026 calendar year:
* Beavertails
* Fo' Cheezy
* Heavenly Dreams
* Los Rolling Tacos
* Lost Beach Ice Cream
* Mega Cone
* Moreish
* Pat's Apple Frits
* Serial Griller
* Siggi's
Visit our Economic Development page for information about temporary patio permits.
## Resources for Starting a Business
* Waterloo Region Small Business Centre
* Waterloo-Wellington Community Futures Development Corporation
Contact
Planning Division
60 Snyder's Road West
Baden, ON N3A 1A1
T: 519-634-8444
Toll Free: 1-800-469-5576
TTY: 1-866-620-2994
F: 519-634-5522
Email