Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?

Business licences & permits — Barrhead, Alberta: Business License Bylaw No. 06-2017

In the Town of Barrhead, Alberta, business licences & permits rules are set by Business License Bylaw No. 06-2017, verified 2026-09-27. A licence is required. Who must license: Any Businesses operating, or proposing to operate, within the Town of Barrhead. Renewal: valid for the Business License Year (January 1 and ending December 31).

Business License Bylaw No. 06-2017 adopted bylaw

licence required	yes	s. 4(a)
who must license	Any Businesses operating, or proposing to operate, within the Town of Barrhead	s. 4(a)
fee	Resident Annual License - $125.00; Home Based Business Annual License - $175.00; Non - Resident Annual License - $250.00; Hawkers, Peddlers, Door to Door Sales $75.00/week; Temporary Business License - $50.00/Week; Food Vending Unit License - $125.00/yearly; General Contractor License - $500.00	Appendix "A" - FEES
renewal	valid for the Business License Year (January 1 and ending December 31)	s. 3(f), s. 10(b)

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Requires all businesses operating in Barrhead to obtain and renew a business licence annually; covers licensing officer duties, fees, and enforcement.