Business licences & permits — Kentville, Nova Scotia
Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?
In the Town of Kentville, Nova Scotia, business licences & permits rules are set by CH94 Vending Bylaw and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. A licence is required. Fee: As shown in Schedule "B" to this By-Law. Who must license: Anyone vending food/beverages/merchandise, operating mobile canteens, stands, flea markets, busking, or peddling in Kentville.
CH94 Vending Bylaw
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
"vend in, on or near a public place in the Town except in accordance with the terms and"
who must license
Anyone vending food/beverages/merchandise, operating mobile canteens, stands, flea markets, busking, or peddling in Kentville
"the vending of food and beverages at mobile canteens and pedal stands"
fee
As shown in Schedule "B" to this By-Law
"The fee for a Vending Permit shall be as shown in Schedule"
scout note
Governs vending activities on Town-owned property in Kentville, including permit requirements for vendors.
CH96 Special Events Bylaw
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 8.1
who must license
Property owners hosting Special Events on residential properties in the Residential Futures (RF) Zone
Purpose; s. 6.1
fee
$150
s. 7.1
renewal
one year from the date of issue
s. 6.4
scout note
Regulates special events held in Kentville, including permit conditions for public gatherings and commercial events.