Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?
In the Town of Truro, Nova Scotia, business licences & permits rules are set by Street Vendors Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. A licence is required. Fee: two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) for each stand; one hundred dollars ($100.00) for each stand. Who must license: Persons vending food, beverages, or merchandise on Town lands from a stand, subject to s. 15 exemptions.
Street Vendors Bylaw
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 3
who must license
Persons vending food, beverages, or merchandise on Town lands from a stand, subject to s. 15 exemptions.
s. 3; s. 1(2); s. 15
fee
two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) for each stand; one hundred dollars ($100.00) for each stand
s. 8
renewal
expire on the 31st day of March next following the date of issue
s. 5(g)(i)
scout note
Town of Truro by-law regulating street vendors, including licensing and operating conditions.