Start a Business in Kamloops

Permits, costs, timeline, and step-by-step requirements.

6 permits2-4 weeks💰 $100–$500

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Overview

Starting a business in Kamloops requires a Business Licence through the Business Licensing. Base fee: $100–$500. Baja California borders the US. Maquiladora/IMMEX programs common. Tijuana is a major cross-border commerce hub.

Required Permits

CRA Business Number (federal, free)
Provincial business registration (varies by province)
Municipal business licence
Zoning approval (if applicable)
Health inspection (food businesses)
Fire inspection (some cities)

Step-by-Step Process

1

CRA Business Number (federal, free)

2

Provincial business registration (varies by province)

3

Municipal business licence

4

Zoning approval (if applicable)

5

Health inspection (food businesses)

6

Fire inspection (some cities)

Costs

Estimated total: $100–$500 depending on permits and inspections.

Contact

Business Licensing

Phone: 250-828-3411

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Common Mistakes

Interior Health Authority
Interior BC hub — ranching/forestry
TRU campus area
Tournament capital of Canada

Choose Your Business Type

RestaurantFood TruckBarber ShopRetail StoreCoffee ShopBar / NightclubGym / Fitness StudioNail SalonCannabis DispensaryDog GroomingBakeryCleaning ServiceDaycare CenterAuto Repair Shop

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