BizPaL
Last Update: July 22, 2025
Canada
Find the right permits and licenses for your business
BizPaL at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : October 1, 2023
- Closing date : January 15, 2024
Financing Type
Other Support
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Grant Providers
- Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
- Government of Canada
- Innovation Canada
Program status
Closed
Overview of the BizPaL program
Get a customized list of permits and licences your business may require from all levels of government.
Eligible projects & activities
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 5,500
Obtaining necessary permits for opening a new restaurant
$ 4,000
Acquiring licenses for an arts and crafts studio
$ 3,500
Obtaining licenses for opening a community center
$ 7,000
Acquiring necessary licenses for a new financial consultancy firm
$ 8,000
Securing permits for launching a renewable energy startup
$ 4,800
Securing necessary permits for a local farmer's market
Eligibility criteria of the BizPaL program
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
How to apply to the BizPaL program
1
Access BizPaL
- Visit the BizPaL website using the provided link.
- Select your province or territory to begin.
2
Determine Business Requirements
- Use the BizPaL tool to search for the necessary permits and licenses related to your business type.
- Review the list of requirements that matches your business activities.
3
Gather Information
- Collect all necessary details and documents related to your business operations.
- Ensure you have accurate and complete business information needed for applications.
4
Submit Requests Through BizPaL
- Use the BizPaL application process to submit your queries regarding permits and licenses.
- Ensure all required fields in the application are filled accurately.
5
Follow-Up
- Monitor your email and BizPaL account for responses or additional requests from government bodies.
- Respond promptly to any requests for further information or clarification.
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