Starting or Expanding a Business

Launching a business? You’ve come to the right place. From licensing to permits and local support, here's everything you need to get going confidently in Morris.

1. Obtain Your Town Business Licence

Every individual or company engaging in business activities within Morris limits needs a Town of Morris Business Licence—unless you’re already paying an annual business tax/assessment for a commercial space.

To apply:

Visit the Town Office (in person) to submit:

• Business name (common & legal)

• Street & mailing addresses

• Phone numbers (business, mobile, fax)

• Business type

• Applicant signature

• Owner or corporate agent name, home address, and phone number

2. Discover Required Permits & Licences with BizPaL

Use BizPaL, a free, multi‑government online tool, to find all required permits and licence types—local, provincial, and federal—for your specific business. 

• Choose “Step-by-Step” to find permits by business category

• Or search by keyword to narrow down needed authorizations

3. Build Your Steps to Launch

Here’s a guided path:

1. Plan your business — Confirm license/permit needs via Town and BizPaL

2. Apply for Town Licence — Visit the Town Office to submit form + fee

3. Complete other permits — Use BizPaL, Town building codes, and zoning info

4. Register legally — Set up your business structure, GST/HST, provincial tax accounts, etc. 

5. Stay in compliance — Renew licenses as required and keep permits visible

4. Town Contact Information

All business licensing begins at the Town Office:

Town of Morris Office
1-380 Stampede Grounds, Box 28, Morris MB R0G 1K0
Phone: 204-746-2531 Email: info@townofmorris.ca

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