Business support

Discover why Waterloo is the place to start, grow and invest in your business.

Get a business licence or permit

Apply for a business licence or get a permit for signs, patios or filming.

Why Waterloo

Get sector insights and local data on talent, demographics and growth to help guide your business decisions.

Trade and tariff resources

Find funding, programs and local support to help your business manage tariffs and trade challenges.

Small business support

Connect with the Small Business Centre to get support to start or grow your business.

Artist and maker resources

Apply for open calls, join the artist roster and find workshops.

Apply for a Community Improvement Grant

Get funding to support uptown renovation projects.

Apply for a Tax Increment Grant

Apply for support to clean up and redevelop eligible brownfield sites.

Sponsor or advertise with the city

Reach your audience through city events, programs and publications.

Doing business with the city

Learn more about the city’s procurement process and buying regulations.

Calculate your property tax

Estimate city property taxes.

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