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Starting a business in Ottawa requires a Business Licence through the By-law and Regulatory Services. Base fee: $60–$400. BIN (Business Identification Number) from ServiceOntario. HST 13% if revenue over CAD $30K. BizPaL tool for permit lookup.
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)
Estimated total: $60–$400 depending on permits and inspections.
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