Apply for a plumber or plumbing contractor licence

You need a licence to maintain, repair, install, or plan the installation of plumbing in Mississauga. A plumbing contractor can also lay drains.

Your licence expires annually, one year from the date it’s issued. A renewal notice will be sent to the email address on file. If no email is available, it’ll be mailed to you.


Master plumber

A master plumber plans, supervises and installs plumbing.


Requirements


Licence fees

A new licence costs $255.21.

A licence renewal costs $220.04.

Plumbing contractor

A plumbing contractor runs a business providing plumbing and drain laying services. They must be or employ at least one licensed plumber on a regular, full-time basis.


Requirements

  • Proof you are 18 years of age or older
  • Articles of incorporation or corporate profile report (not required for sole proprietorships)
  • Business name registration or franchise agreement
  • Government-issued photo identification
  • Certificate of Insurance showing a minimum $2 million liability coverage with the City of Mississauga listed as an additional insured
  • Letter of authorization appointing an agent signed by a director or owner to act on their behalf, if required

Licence fees

A new licence costs $255.21.

A licence renewal costs $220.04.


How to apply or renew

You can apply for or renew your licence in person or by mail. Only complete applications will be reviewed.

In person

  1. Complete the business licence application and gather the required documents and approvals.
  2. Book an appointment for a new licence or a licence renewal.
  3. Bring your application and supporting documents to your appointment. The Licensing, Permits and Regulatory Services office is at 950 Burnhamthorpe Road West.
  4. Pay the licence fees.

By mail

Mail your completed business licence application, the supporting documents and a cheque payable to the City of Mississauga in the amount of the licence fee to:

Licensing, Permits and Regulatory Services
950 Burnhamthorpe Road West
Mississauga, ON L5C 3B4


Contact us

If you have any questions about licensing, call 311 (905-615-4311 outside city limits).