Business licensing and permits

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Business licence types

Licence information and how to apply online.
Manage your business

Learn more about fees, inspections, renewals, inspections and making changes to a registered business.
Opening a business in Calgary

Business basics, planning, trade names, ownership and additional resources for starting your business.
Calgary's Business-Friendly Construction Policy

We're improving how businesses and customers experience City-led construction.

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Renew licence

Renew your business licence
Signs

Business signage information
Outdoor patios

Permits, guidelines and how to apply
Pop-ups

Permit and bylaw info, how to apply
Interior renovations

Renovating an existing interior space
Special events

Open an Entertainment and Event Business
Permits for special events

You may need permits for temporary structures at your event
GST/HST for businesses

Charge and remit the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales Tax (HST)
Centre City Enterprise and Main Streets Exemption Areas

Reducing cost and saving time for business start up and expansion downtown and in Main Street areas.
Business Licensing Customer Research Project

Continuously improving the business license process for customers.

Police security clearance changes

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