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Two new bridges are coming to our area. When completed, they will promote investment and speed the movement of people and goods for our area and beyond.
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District of Maple Ridge
11995 Haney Place
Maple Ridge, BC Canada V2X 6A9
Tel: 604-463-5221
Fax: 604-467-7329 map
Mailing Address: District of Maple Ridge 11995 Haney Place Maple Ridge, BC Canada V2X 6A9 Tel: 604-463-5221 Fax: 604-467-7329
Municipal Hall Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday to Friday Closed on Statutory Holidays
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District of Maple Ridge
Randy Herman Safety Building
11960 Haney Place
Maple Ridge, BC V2X 9B8
Tel: 604-467-7305
Tel: 604-467-7440
Tel: 604-467-7422 (after hours line)
Fax: 604-467-7445
licencesandbylaws@mapleridge.ca
The after hours line is monitored during the following hours:
Tuesday to Saturday up to 7:00 pm
Friday up to 11:00 pm
Saturday from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
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When starting a business, the use of Lawyers and Accountants is definitely recommended. For most businesses, requirements are simple:
Business Names, Partnerships and Limited Companies
Business Names, Partnerships and Limited Companies must be registered with the Province. Names must be searched before they can be registered with the Province. You may operate as a Sole Proprietor under your own name without need of registration of the company name. Appropriate forms are available from the Government Agent or online at the BC Business Registry.
topEmployment Standards Act
Employers must comply with the "Employment Standards Act" available online from the Provincial Government.
topGoods and Services Tax (GST)
If you anticipate your annual gross revenue, from sales of GST taxable goods and services, will be greater than $30,000 you are required to register for the Goods and Services Tax (GST). Registration forms are available online at the Canada Revenue Agency or by calling 1-800-959-5525.
topIncome Tax
All individuals and corporations are liable for the payment of Provincial and Federal income tax. As a self-employed Sole Proprietor or Partner, you will file a statement of Income and Expenses with your Personal Income Tax return.
topLocal Licensing
Local Licensing is controlled by the District of Maple Ridge. Business Licence application forms may be obtained from the Business Licences, Permits and Bylaws Department. The application is reviewed for correct zoning for commercial and industrial land uses and for the type of business. Business licence fees in Maple Ridge range from $110.00 and up.
The District of Maple Ridge's Economic Development Department can assist new businesses with site selection, business plan development, economic data, statistics, research collection and distribution trends. Please contact this department at 604-467-7320.
topOne Stop Services
The OneStop Business Registry is a public sector partnership offering integrated Business Registration and Business Address Change services based on the Business Number. All OneStop services are available online from the local Government Agent Office or at their office located at 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road in Maple Ridge.
topProvincial Sales Tax (PST)
If your business entails the buying and selling taxable goods, you will require a Provincial Sales Tax Licence (PST). Contact the Consumer Taxation Branch.
topRidge Meadows Home Business Association
Fifty percent of licenced businesses in Maple Ridge are home based, as a result we have a very active home based business association. For more information on becoming a member or attending one of their monthly meetings or informative workshops contact the Ridge Meadows Business Association at 604-476-7688.
topWorkSafe BC
When a new firm opens, it must register with WorkSafe BC's Assessment Department. There are very few types of businesses that are not covered by the Act. It is the employer's responsibility to check if the company must register. Contact WorkSafe BC to determine if your business requires registration.
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