Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?
In the Town of Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, business licences & permits rules are set by Seasonal Sales Area Bylaw and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. A licence is required. Who must license: Retail or food and beverage businesses operating seasonal sales areas on Town property directly in front of their business.
| licence required | yes | s. 20 |
| who must license | Retail or food and beverage businesses operating seasonal sales areas on Town property directly in front of their business. | s. 5 |
Establishes regulations for seasonal sales areas on Town property in Mahone Bay, covering application, fees, and operating conditions for seasonal vendors.
| licence required | yes | s. 4 |
| who must license | All temporary vending in the Town of Mahone Bay requires a Temporary Vending Permit unless otherwise exempt in this bylaw. | s. 4 |
Regulates temporary vending in the Town of Mahone Bay, replacing the prior September 2020 vending by-law; sets permit requirements and operating conditions.