Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?
In the City of Colwood, British Columbia, business licences & permits rules are set by Inter-Community Business Licence Bylaw and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. A licence is required. Who must license: Inter-Community Businesses (trades, plumbers, electricians, cleaning services, pest control) operating across multiple participating municipalities. Renewal: valid for remainder of calendar year; at least annual updates via Mobile Business Registry.
| licence required | yes | s. 3(a) |
| who must license | Inter-Community Businesses (trades, plumbers, electricians, cleaning services, pest control) operating across multiple participating municipalities | s. 2 "Inter-Community Business" |
| renewal | valid for remainder of calendar year; at least annual updates via Mobile Business Registry | s. 7(c) |
Establishes an inter-community business licence program enabling contractors to operate across participating municipalities.
Regulates the placement, size, and type of signs on private and public property in the City of Colwood.