The following businesses require a Business Licence issued by the Municipality to
operate in Hastings Highlands:
(a) Vendor (Goods, Wares or Merchandise)
(b) Mobile Food Vendor (Refreshment Vehicle, Food Truck/Cart etc.)
(c) Public Market (Farmers’ Market, Flea Market, Craft Market etc.)
There is no requirement to obtain a business licence to open a retail, home-based business or other business in Hastings Highlands, unless provided for under a separate bylaw.
Business Licenses
What Businesses Require a Licence to Operate in HH?
Why do I need a Business Licence?
A business licence is required to ensure that businesses deemed to require a licence follow the Municipality’s land use regulations, building, fire, and other community safety requirements. Business licensing is a way for the Municipality to provide some consumer protection and maintain a safe environment for the general public through inspections.
Where are Vendors, Mobile Food Vendors and Public Markets Permitted to Operate in HH?
Private Property
- Vendors and Mobile Food Vendors are permitted on private property in the following zones: Urban Commercial (UC), Rural Commercial (RC), Recreational/Resort Commercial (RRC), Urban Industrial (UI), and Rural Industrial (RI) Zones
- Public Markets (Farmers' Market, Flea Market, Craft Market etc.) market and flea market) are permitted in the Urban Commercial (UC) and Rural Commercial (RC) Zones
Municipal Property
- The Municipality has approved the following Municipal properties to be used by approved Vendors, subject to approval:
- Birds Creek Recreation Field - Outdoor Space Only
Location: 160 South Baptiste Lake Rd, Bancroft, ON
Permitted Vendor(s): One (1) Mobile Food Vendor (Refreshment Vehicle, Food Truck/Cart etc.) - Lake St. Peter Community Centre - Outdoor Space Only
Location: 5 Boulter Lake Rd. Lake St. Peter, ON
Permitted Vendors: One (1) Mobile Food Vendor (Refreshment Vehicle, Food Truck/Cart etc.).
One (1) Vendor (Goods, Wares or Merchandise) - Vacant Lot - Downtown Maynooth (Formerly Maynooth Community Centre)
Location: 33090 Hwy 62, Maynooth, ON
Permitted Vendors: Two (2) Mobile Food Vendors (Refreshment Vehicle, Food Truck/Cart etc.)
One (1) Public Market permitted (space reserved)
- Birds Creek Recreation Field - Outdoor Space Only
- Applicants who want to operate on Municipal property are required to submit an application to obtain a ‘Permit to Operate on Municipal Property’:
- Permits are issued on a first-come, first-served bases and are subject to additional requirements, approval, fees etc.
- A lottery system will be conducted by the Licensing Officer if multiple applications are received (at the same tie) for any approved Municipal Property location.
Business Licence Applications and Additional Resources
Mobile Food Vendor (Food Truck/Cart/Refreshment Vehicle)
Mobile Food Vendor Licence Application and Agreement
Vendor (Goods, Wares, Merchandise)
Vendor (Goods, Wares, Merchandise) Application and Agreement
Public Market (Farmers'/Flea, Craft Market etc.)
Public Market (Farmers'/Flea Market, Craft Market etc.) Application and Agreement
Permit to Occupy Municipal Property Application and Information
Questions? Need Assistance?
Should you have questions in regard to the administration, licensing or regulation of Business Licenses in Hastings Highlands, or if you require assistance at any time during the licensing/application process, please contact the Deputy Clerk. Municipal staff are happy to answer any questions you have, and provide support with the application and licensing requirements.
Chantelle Beaumier, Deputy Clerk
Ph (613) 338-2811 ext. 211
[email protected]
.