Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?
In the City of Whitehorse, Yukon, business licences & permits rules are set by Business License Bylaw 2017-24 (Office Consolidation, consolidated to Bylaw 2019-13), verified 2026-09-29. A licence is required. Who must license: Any person, company, or organization conducting business within City boundaries. Includes non-profits charging for services and operators of >3 vending machines. Renewal: Standard: 12 month period, expires 12 months from issue. Seasonal: 6 consecutive months.
| licence required | yes | s. 9 |
| who must license | Any person, company, or organization conducting business within City boundaries. Includes non-profits charging for services and operators of >3 vending machines. | s. 2, s. 10, s. 11, s. 78 |
| renewal | Standard: 12 month period, expires 12 months from issue. Seasonal: 6 consecutive months. | s. 23, s. 24 |
City of Whitehorse bylaw licensing and regulating businesses operating within the city, consolidated to include 2019 cannabis retail amendments.