Business licences & permits — Metchosin, British Columbia

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

In the District Municipality of Metchosin, British Columbia, business licences & permits rules are set by Business Licence Bylaw, 2002, verified 2026-09-24. A licence is required. Fee: Schedules "A" and "B"; Table 1: $35-$85; Table 2: $50-$100; Maximum Fee is $500; Late renewal $25.00. Who must license: Every person who owns or operates any business within the District, except roadside stands, small day care, and LGA s.655 activities.

Business Licence Bylaw, 2002 adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 3(a)
who must license Every person who owns or operates any business within the District, except roadside stands, small day care, and LGA s.655 activities. s. 3(b), s. 20
fee Schedules "A" and "B"; Table 1: $35-$85; Table 2: $50-$100; Maximum Fee is $500; Late renewal $25.00 s. 5(a), Schedule "B", s. 16(c)
renewal annual, commences each November 1st and expires each October 31st s. 12(a)(i), s. 12(a)(ii)
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Establishes requirements for business licences in the District of Metchosin.

Machine-readable: business-licensing.json · Official website: https://www.metchosin.ca/ · Last verified 2026-09-24 · Business licences & permits across British Columbia · Business licences & permits in other municipalities