Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?
In the Town of Claresholm, Alberta, business licences & permits rules are set by Business License Bylaw #1615 (consolidated to Bylaw 1742), verified 2026-09-27. A licence is required. Fee: $50.00 per business unless otherwise provided; variants in Schedule "A". Who must license: All businesses operating within the Town, unless exempted (e.g., charities, minors, farmers market vendors).
Business License Bylaw #1615 (consolidated to Bylaw 1742)
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 4.0(1)(a)
who must license
All businesses operating within the Town, unless exempted (e.g., charities, minors, farmers market vendors).
s. 9.0(2); s. 5.0
fee
$50.00 per business unless otherwise provided; variants in Schedule "A"
s. 9.0(2); Schedule "A"
renewal
Annual, expires 31st day of December; renewal by 1st of March
s. 4.0(6); s. 4.0(8)
scout note
Provides for licensing and regulation of businesses in Claresholm; amended and consolidated by Bylaw 1742 in July 2022.