October 19, 2011
BizPaL Helps Get The Job Done in Squamish

SQUAMISH – Starting and running a business in Squamish is now easier thanks to BizPaL, an online business permit and licence service that saves time spent on paperwork and helps entrepreneurs start up faster.

Why this matters:

• BizPaL is an innovative service that provides entrepreneurs with simplified access to information on the permits and licences they need to establish and run their businesses.
• This unique partnership among federal, provincial, territorial and municipal governments is designed to cut through the paperwork burden and red tape that small business owners encounter.
• The BizPaL service was developed through a partnership with local governments, the Province of British Columbia and the Government of Canada.
• Overall, 98 municipalities in British Columbia now offer the service.

Quote:

“Any program that helps to streamline paperwork and procedures for small business is most welcome. I am delighted to see Squamish be included among the new BC communities coming on board, as we are familiar with BizPaL’s success, and know it will make a difference. “
- West Vancouver-Sea to Sky MLA Joan McIntyre

Additional information:

• Area business owners and entrepreneurs can access the service by visiting the provincial website at: www.bcbizpal.ca

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