As the COVID-19 situation in Hamilton continues to evolve, these Frequently Asked Questions for Business Licensing will be regularly updated as circumstances change to provide residents and business owners with current information.
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I need help starting my business. How can the City help me? The One-Stop for Business provides free assistance and resources for small and medium-sized businesses looking to open or expand. One Stop will help you:
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Why you need to verify the zoning of your property before you buy or lease Before you open your business, and before you sign a lease or buy a property, you need to make sure your type of business can operate at that location. To determine if you can open or expand at a certain location, you need to understand what the zoning regulations allow on that property. A Zoning Verification will also outline if there are any additional requirements such as parking and how far the building needs to be from the road. |
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How can the Hamilton Business Centre help my business? The Hamilton Business Centre provides free consultations to help entrepreneurs:
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What mentoring programs are offered to help start or operate my business? There are two mentoring programs available to help you with starting or operating your business:
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How can a meeting with a business facilitator help my business? Business facilitation is a free service for individuals or business owners who would like to:
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How do I register my business? There are two ways you can register your sole proprietorship or general partnership business name:
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