Applications Licences and Permits

The City of Kenora is responsible for issuing a wide variety of licences and permits. Whether you are opening a new business, starting a new building project or applying for a dog licence, we can help.

Birth and death certificates

Learn how to apply for a birth or death certificate in the City of Kenora.

Building permits

You need a building permit before you begin your next construction or renovation project. Learn how to apply for a building permit and find out which projects require a building permit.

Burning permits

You will need an open-air burn permit for all outdoor burning. Apply for a burn permit and review the burning rules and regulations for the City of Kenora.

Business licences and permits

In order to operate a business in the City of Kenora, you need a business licence. Learn how to apply for a business licence and review all business licence requirements and regulations.

Dog licences

If you own a dog, you will need to apply for an annual dog licence from the City of Kenora. A dog licence will help ensure that your dog will be returned quickly and safely if it goes missing.

Event permits

If you wish to hold an event, contact our Tourism Special Events Coordinators or call 807-467-4637.

Freedom of Information requests

You can make a freedom of information (FOI) request in order to access certain records kept by the City of Kenora.

Heritage Kenora

Heritage Kenora maintains the municipal registry of heritage properties.

Lottery licences

Learn how to apply for a lottery licence. You need a lottery licence in order to hold a raffle, lottery or bingo in the City of Kenora.

Marriage licences and ceremonies

The City of Kenora issues marriage licences and performs civil marriage ceremonies. Learn how to apply for a marriage licence in the City of Kenora.

Road permits

The City of Kenora issues a variety of road permits. This includes entrance permits, encroachment permits and parade, walk or run permits. Review the regulations for each permit and learn how to apply.

Sign permits

If you want to build, put up or alter a sign on municipal property, you will need a sign permit. Learn how to apply for a sign permit and review the sign regulations.