Manage your business licence

Keep your business information up to date and ensure your licence stays active. You can renew your licence, update your details or notify us if your business has closed. 

What would you like to do?

Renew your business licence

Most business licences must be renewed annually. 

To renew your licence:

  1. Complete the online renewal form. Make sure you review your business details for accuracy.
  2. Submit your application. You'll receive your invoice via email and can pay easily online.

Important to note:

  • Renew early or on time to avoid late fees.
  • Late payments after February 1 are subject to a penalty. 

How long does it take?

Most applications are processed within 1-3 business days. Processing times may vary depending on your business type, application completeness, required documentation and payment status.
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Update your business information

Let us know if your business details change. You should update your information if:

  • Your business address changes.
  • Ownership changes.
  • You move to a new location.
  • Your contact information changes.

Submit your changes via the business licence change request form or contact us directly. 

Close your business

If your business is no longer operating in Cochrane, you must notify the Town.

To close your business:

  • Complete the business licence closure request form.
  • Confirm that your business has ceased operations. 

Keep your business in good standing

Stay compliant by: ensuring your licence is renewed each year, keeping your business information up to date, following all applicable bylaws and regulations and maintaining any required inspections or approvals.
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When should I contact the Town?

Contact us if you're unsure if a change requires an update, you're reopening a previously closed business or you're expanding or changing services.
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