Mississauga City Hall – Licensing Desk – Mississauga, ON

City of Mississauga – Licensing and Permits

Municipal Business and Mobile Licensing

The Mississauga Licensing desk, located within the Civic Centre (City Hall) at 300 City Centre Drive, serves as the central administrative hub for municipal regulation and permit issuance. This office is responsible for ensuring that local businesses, mobile operators, and service providers comply with the City’s by-laws. While the Compliance and Licensing Enforcement officers operate primarily out of the Mavis Road facility for inspections, the City Hall counters facilitate the administrative side of applications, payments, and documentation for various municipal permissions.

Key Services Available

Residents and business owners visit this location for a variety of regulatory needs:

• Business Licensing: Processing applications for stationary businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and personal service settings (salons, tattoo studios).
• Mobile Licensing: Administration of licenses for taxicabs, limousines, tow trucks, and driving school instructors.
• Pet Licensing: Issuance and renewal of tags for dogs and cats in the City of Mississauga.
• Marriage Licenses: The City Clerk’s team at this location issues marriage licenses to couples intending to marry in Ontario.
• Charity Gaming: Management of lottery licenses for eligible charitable and religious organizations.

Location and Accessibility

The office is situated on the ground floor of the Mississauga Civic Centre, a landmark post-modern building near Square One. The facility is fully accessible to the public.

• Security: Visitors to City Hall may be subject to security screening depending on the specific area they are visiting (e.g., Council Chambers), but general counter access is typically open.
• Parking: Paid underground parking is available beneath the Civic Centre and the Living Arts Centre. Limited street parking is also available nearby.

Note: Many licensing services, particularly renewals, are now available via the City’s online portal to reduce wait times.