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Starting or Expanding a Business

Starting or expanding a business in MV? We're a small community with a thriving business scene thanks to locally-minded residents and year-round tourism, particularly the busy summer and snowmobiling seasons.

The Township issues licenses for certain kinds of businesses:

  • Transient Traders: Businesses or occupations for which no premises are occupied. 
  • Midways: Businesses that do not occupy a premises but must comply with the Public Health Act.
  • Mobile Food Transportation Units: Vehicles for which a business license is required.

Fees are associated with business licenses. Visit our Fees & Charges page for more information.

The Renfrew County and District Health Unit inspects businesses that serve food (such as restaurants or food trucks) and provide personal services (such as piercings or hair removal). Visit the health unit's website to learn more about inspections and how to ensure your business is compliant.

Does your building expansion involve renovations? If you're making changes to your space, visit our Building page to learn more about when permits are required for upgrades or changes to your business.

Looking to inquire on the zoning of your property, or how to run a commercial business from a residential property? Visit our Planning page for more information.

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