Town of Fort Erie Waives 2021 Business License Fees

Tuesday, 12 January 2021 17:13

By Linda Morgan

In order to assist local businesses during the pandemic, the Town of Fort Erie will temporarily waive all business license fees.

There are a few exceptions, including for short-term rentals, new businesses and businesses that require an annual license.

It is estimated that waiving business licensing fees for this year will produce a revenue reduction around the $20,000 mark.

The Town plans to recoup the loss through money received in Phase 1 of the Canadian government's Safe Restart Agreement.

To find out more about the Town's pandemic response, click here.

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