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BizPaL
Find the right permits and licenses for your business
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : October 1, 2023
- Closing date : January 15, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
Get a customized list of permits and licences your business may require from all levels of government.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : October 1, 2023
- Closing date : January 15, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
BizPaL is designed for entrepreneurs and businesses in Canada looking to streamline their permit and licensing processes to start or grow their businesses.
- Operating across various provinces and territories within Canada, including British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut.
- Available to businesses at different stages of development, whether starting out or seeking expansion.
- Intended for those seeking detailed government requirements specific to their business type and location.
Eligible expenses
For this grant, eligible expenses may include costs related to obtaining business permits and licenses, such as application fees, regulatory compliance fees, and any other expenses directly associated with the permitting process.
- Application fees
- Regulatory compliance fees
- Associated expenses with permitting process
Eligible geographic areas
This service is available to businesses in various regions of Canada where BizPaL operates. Eligibility is determined by the region in which the business intends to start or grow.
- British Columbia
- Alberta
- Saskatchewan
- Manitoba
- Ontario
- Quebec
- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
- Nova Scotia
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Yukon
- Northwest Territories
- Nunavut
Documents and links
Frequently Asked Questions about the BizPaL Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the BizPaL. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the BizPaL?
Get a customized list of permits and licences your business may require from all levels of government.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was January 15, 2024.
Who is eligible for the BizPaL program?
To be eligible for the BizPaL program, you must:
The business must be planning to start or grow in a specific region within Canada.
There is no cost associated with using the service to search for necessary permits and licences.
Where is the BizPaL available?
The BizPaL program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the BizPaL?
BizPaL is funded by Innovation Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Government of Canada