Applications, Licences and Permits
The City of Iqaluit issues a variety of licences and permits. If you are looking to build or renovate your home, apply for a pet licence, or start a new business, we are here to help.
If you are starting a new building or renovation project, you may need to get a development permit. This includes but is not limited to building a deck or adding an accessory structure to your property. Learn how to apply for a development permit.
You need to apply for a burn permit in order to have a camp fire, bonfire or commercial fire in the City of Iqaluit. Learn how to apply for a burn permit.
You are required to get a business licence to operate certain businesses in the City of Iqaluit. Learn how to apply for a Business Licence.
You need a permit to set off fireworks in the City of Iqaluit. Learn more about how to apply for a Fireworks Permit.
We issue cat and dog licences to help protect your pets and keep them safe. Learn how to apply for a Pet Licence.
Planning and Development permit
Review our planning application process and find out what documents you need before you submit. We issue applications for zoning, minor variances and more. Learn how to apply for a Planning and Development Permit.
We issue road closure permits and road cut and utility permits. Learn how to apply for a Road Closure Permit.
We licence taxi drivers in the City of Iqaluit. Learn how to apply for a taxi licence.
Water and Sewer Connection permit
Permits are required for connecting a residence or business to a water or sewer main line. Learn how to apply for a Water and Sewer Connection Permit.
Certificates and Licences Issued by Other Governing Bodies
To get a birth certificate, visit the Government of Nunavut Birth Certificate page and fill out the online Application for Certificate form.
After a burial, a family member can obtain a Death Certificate. To do so, visit the Government of Nunavut Death Certificate page and fill out the online Application for Certificate form.
The City of Iqaluit does not hold death records. To request a Death Certificate by the legal next of kin, contact the Government of Nunavut Vital Statistics Rankin Inlet.
To get a marriage certificate, visit the Government of Nunavut Marriage Certificate page and fill out their online Application for Certificate form.