Business Licences

If you’re starting or moving a business to Cochrane, welcome! We wish you and your business every success here.  All businesses in Cochrane require a business licence, whether temporary or annually. 

Applying for a business licence

Depending on the type of business and your location, you may also need a municipal development permit or other municipal, provincial and federal authorizations. Follow the steps in BizPaL for a complete list.

To apply for a new business licence:

  1. Complete the Business Licence Application below. 
  2.  Book a fire inspection (physical locations and storefronts only).

Once your application and fees are received, you will receive a business licence certificate. Post the annual certificate in your business location or carry a card wallet to show proof of your current business licence on demand.

Start your Business Licence Application

Fees and payment

Complete your payment:

  • through eServices with a credit card (invoice number required)
  • in person at most banks or financial institutions (Customer ID required)
  • in person with (cash, cheque, debit or credit card) at The Station at Cochrane Crossing (360 Railway Street W) or at the Cochrane RancheHouse (101 RancheHouse Road).
  • by mail; please make cheques out to “Town of Cochrane”.
  • by dropping a cheque off in the Dropbox after hours at the Cochrane RancheHouse, (101 RancheHouse Road) or Family or Community Support Services, (209 Second Avenue W East Entrance).
  • by phone 403-851-2573

See Business Licence Fees