BRITISH COLUMBIA

Restaurant Start-up Checklist

Restaurant

• Business Planning

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• Create a business plan 

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• Choose a business structure

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• Plan your menu

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• Find required business permits & licences

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• Location & Zoning

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• Confirm municipal zoning restrictions

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• Consider required renovations 

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• Review your lease

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• Register Your Business 

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• Review existing trademarks

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• Apply for a business name

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• Register your business 

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• Permits & Licences - Health Operating Permit

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• Obtain FOODSAFE Certification

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• Submit a Health Operating Permit Application

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• Submit floor plans or construction plans

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• Complete health inspections

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• Permits & Licences - Municipal Permits & Licences

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• Apply for a business licence

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• Obtain building permits for renovations

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• Obtain required business permits

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• Complete inspections

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• Permits & Licences - Liquor Licence

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• Submit a Liquor Licence Application

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• Complete educational interview and establishment inspections

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• Obtain “Serving it Right” Certifications 

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• Permits & Licences - Music & Entertainment Licences

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• Obtain SOCAN and Re:Sound Licences

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