Short-term rentals — Georgian Bluffs, Ontario

Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?

In the Township of Georgian Bluffs, Ontario, short-term rentals rules are set by Short Term Accommodations Licensing Requirements, verified 2026-09-25. A licence is required. Fee: Annual Primary $500; Annual Secondary $750; Seasonal Primary $250; Seasonal Secondary $500.

Short Term Accommodations Licensing Requirements adopted bylaw
licence required yes "all STRA operators must have a valid licence to legally operate within Georgian Bluffs"
owner occupancy required no "For properties where the owner is not onsite. **Annual Fee: $750**"
fee Annual Primary $500; Annual Secondary $750; Seasonal Primary $250; Seasonal Secondary $500 "**Annual Fee: $500**"; "**Annual Fee: $750**"; "**Fee: $250**"; "**Fee: $500**"
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Official page states short-term rental accommodations generally include dwellings rented for less than 30 consecutive days and must have a valid licence as of January 2025.

Machine-readable: short-term-rentals.json · Official website: http://www.georgianbluffs.on.ca/ · Last verified 2026-09-25 · Short-term rentals across Ontario · Short-term rentals in other municipalities