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Business Licences

Liquor Licences and Special Occasions Permits are issued by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).

Liquor Licences

Liquor Licensing in Ontario is monitored by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).

In order to receive a liquor licence for your establishment, the Municipal Information Form included in the application package provided by the AGCO must be filled out and provided to the Director of Legislative Services for review and signature.

Other departments are advised of the application and inspections may be required through the local our Fire Department and/or Building Division.

For more information or forms, visit the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.

Special Occasion Permits

Special Occasion Permits are for the sale and service of alcohol at special occasions, such as:

  • weddings
  • charity fundraisers
  • receptions

Special Occasion Permits are issued through select Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) stores.

In certain circumstances, the Director of Legislative Services/Clerk and other town departments are advised of the application and details of the event. Please review the application requirements carefully by visiting the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.

For any other types of business licenses or permits including a Provincial Master Business License or Business Name registration, we encourage you to contact our Economic Development Team  or visit our  Economic Development Page for more information on starting a business in Gravenhurst.

Town staff can issue Business Licences from Monday to Friday during regular business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Appointments are preferred.

The fee for these types of licenses is identified within the User Fees & Charges By-law and is due payable when you submit your application for processing.

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