Business Licences 

In the fall of 2025, the Town of Osoyoos adopted Business Licence Bylaw No. 1400, 2025. Learn more about the Business licence bylaw update.

The key changes made to the business licence application process include:

  • Updated application fees;

  • Licences that remain unpaid as of March 1st will be subject to a $100.00 late fee;

  • Licences that remain unpaid as of April 1st will be cancelled;

  • New general application requirements;

  • New requirements specific to short-term rental accommodation and bed and breakfast operations.

OVERVIEW
A Business Licence is required to operate a business within the Town. The Town of Osoyoos Business Licence Bylaw No. 1400, 2025 states that no person shall carry on any business within the Town without a valid and subsisting licence for that business. A person operating more than one business must have a licence for each business, and the business name must match the licence issued for that business. 

APPLYING FOR A BUSINESS LICENCE
A Business Licence application can be completed online or the application form can be downloaded and emailed to plan@osoyoos.ca or faxed to 250.495.2400. The form must be completed and submitted to the Town by the owner or operator or by an agent appointed by the owner of the potential business. Check with our business licensing staff at 250.495.6191, as to the current rates for business Licences in the community.

The proposed business location will be reviewed to ensure compliance with the Zoning Bylaw and Official Community Plan requirements. Any required inspections will be scheduled as part of this process.

Final approval will be granted by the Business Licence Inspector.

Once the applicable fee has been paid, the Business Licence will be issued. The licence must be prominently displayed at the business premises. For mobile operations, a copy of the licence must be carried in the vehicle, equipment, or by the individual at all times while conducting business activities.

LICENCE LISTINGS

Business Licence and Inter-Community Business Licence  Listing

If you have questions contact us at plan@osoyoos.ca or 250-495-6191

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