Notice:  The Licence & Permit Issuing Office at the East York Civic Centre is open by appointment only.  Appointments can be booked between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Businesses can apply for new licences online or you must book an in-person appointment prior to attending.  New taxicab, limousine and tow truck licence applications need to be submitted online and cannot be submitted in-person.

Visit toronto.ca/Licences and search for your licence category for more information or to book appointments.

Existing licensees can only renew their licences via the Business Licence & Permit Renewal form. Both licence application and renewal fees can be paid online.

For questions, please contact MLSBusinessLicence@toronto.ca


Drivers of taxicabs, limousines and private transportation company (PTC) vehicles will need to successfully complete a third-party training program approved by the City, as a requirement of licence issuance or renewal.

Further information on the driver training can be found by visiting the City of Toronto website.

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