Manufacturing, Warehousing, and Resources encompasses activities such as the processing of raw materials, the manufacturing or assembly of semi-finished or finished products, and the on-site storage of parts and goods. This category includes, but is not limited to, industries such as food and beverage production (excluding alcohol and cannabis), textile and clothing manufacturing, chemicals and pharmaceuticals, electronics and computer products, printing operations, concrete production, machine and welding shops, sawmills, metal fabricators, furniture manufacturing, paper and wood product production, and plastic and rubber processing. This category also includes quarries, gravel pits, topsoil removal, warehouse and commercial storage, as well as boat storage.

Depending on the nature of your business, you may be required to provide the following information for your business licence application:

• Floor Area: Provide the total square footage (m²) of your business location.
• Non-Profit Organization: If your business is a registered non-profit, you will need to provide a copy of your Societies Act Certificate of Incorporation.

If you have questions about your application, please submit an inquiry form, call 250-550-3634, or visit the Community Services Building in person.

Note: There will be a non-refundable application fee (in addition to the Licence fee as calculated). The non-refundable application fee will be collected during the licence application process, with the remaining amount due online after you receive an approval email. Licence fees are waived for Non-Profit Organizations. For an explanation of regulations and fees, please review the Business Licences Bylaw #5480 and the Fees & Charges Bylaw #3909 by visiting www.vernon.ca.

Online Payment: Acceptable methods for online payments include MasterCard, Visa, and American Express.
Credit card payments are subject to a surcharge of 2.4%