Start a Business in Windsor

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

6 permits2-4 weeks💰 $60–$400

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Overview

Starting a business in Windsor requires a Business Licence through the Licensing. Base fee: $60–$400. BIN (Business Identification Number) from ServiceOntario. HST 13% if revenue over CAD $30K. BizPaL tool for permit lookup.

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: $60–$400 depending on permits and inspections.

Contact

Licensing

Phone: 311 / 519-255-6100

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Common Mistakes

Single-tier municipality
US-Canada border — cross-border businesses
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit for food permits
Auto manufacturing hub

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