Short Term Rentals

Short-Term Rental Business Licence

Both property owners and property managers of short-term rental properties must hold a valid business licence. Please review the details below based on your role and property type:

Tourist Homes

• A business licence is required for each individual tourist home property used as a short-term rental.
• Example: If you own three tourist homes, you must obtain three separate licences.
• If you are an owner and operator of multiple properties, you may submit one application that includes all rental units. A business licence will be created for each.
• Submit an application to: businessregistry@canmore.ca

Visitor Accommodations

• Each owner of a visitor accommodation that utilizes the property as a short-term rental must obtain a separate business licence.
• For example: If you are a sole or fractional owner operating the unit as short-term rental, you require a business licence.
• If you are an owner and operator of multiple properties, you may submit one application that includes all rental units. A business licence will be created for each.
• Submit an application to: businessregistry@canmore.ca

Learn more about different accommodation types.

Short-Term Rental Property Managers

• Property managers require a business licence if physically operating in Canmore.
• For example: Managing rentals from a Canmore-based office, or visiting Canmore to inspect or service a rental property.
• If required, apply for the licence type that best matches your business's home base.