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"The City of Langley is an outstanding place to do business. As a Regional Town Centre, the City is centrally located in the Lower Mainland and we enjoy easy access to markets, both locally and internationally. With ongoing redevelopment and a significant percentage of long-term businesses, the City of Langley's economy is thriving. We're proud to say that the City of Langley is the Place to Be when it comes to business potential!"

Peter Fassbender, Mayor
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Our mission at the City of Langley is to help our existing businesses flourish and to invite new businesses to join our thriving community.

With a goal to eliminate the red tape, we are committed to providing "one-stop shopping." Whether you are a current or prospective Langley business operator, we will meet with you to learn more about your business, explore your wants and needs, and identify areas where we can help you grow. Our support might include:

  • Business Set-up and Development: We can coordinate communications with city hall officials, provincial and federal agencies, and local service providers to get you set-up.
  • Real Estate: We can help you identify hot opportunities for development and redevelopment, and connect you with area real estate specialists.
  • Government Support Programs: We can help you find government funding and/or support programs to aid in your human resources, training or marketing efforts.
  • Financing: We can support your financing efforts through connecting you with the right financial partners and support programs.

Whatever your needs, the City of Langley is committed to helping you get your business rolling.

Setting Up Your Business

Here are a few resources for setting up your business in British Columbia.

Greater Langley Chamber Of Commerce

The Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce External Link provides access to most of the information and resources you need to set up your business in the City of Langley, British Columbia.

Business Name Registration

  • The BC Ministry of Finance Corporate Registry External Link.

Federal Incorporation

Determine if incorporation is right for you. Go to Corporations Directorate External Link.

Workers Compensation Board of BC

www.worksafebc.com External Link

Vendor Registration: OneStop Business Registration

Once you have an approved business name, you will need to register as a vendor for provincial sales tax External Link with the BC Consumer Taxation Branch, register as an employer with the Workers Compensation Board of BC, and apply for a business number account with Canada Customs and Revenue for GST, payroll deductions and corporate income tax.

City Of Langley Business Licensing

  • City Of Langley Business Licensing Application External Link

Business Planning Resources

  • Small Business BC External Link provides comprehensive business information, market research, export services advice and seminars for people looking to start businesses in British Columbia.
  • Interactive Business Planner External Link to help you create a business plan with financial projections.
  • Business Plan Support External Link to help you in preparing and completing your business plan.

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