Mobile Vending Program
The Town of Gibsons Mobile Vending Program supports local business, community vibrancy, and activation of public spaces through a regulated and transparent permitting process.
The program allows approved vendors to operate on designated Town-owned and private properties, subject to the Town’s Mobile Vendor Policy.
Examples of mobile vendors may include:
- Food trucks
- Coffee carts
- Retail vendors
- Mobile wellness or recreational services
- Special Event vendors
The Town will approve up to twelve (12) Mobile Vending Permits annually.
2026 APPLICATION INTAKE
Applications are now open.
Application deadline: 7:00 am, Monday, June 29, 2026.
Applications received after the deadline may not be considered until after the initial intake process is complete.
Applicants can expect to be notified of the outcome of their application in July 2026.
Permits will be awarded based on the criteria outlined below, not on when an application is submitted. Permits are not issued on a first-come, first-served basis.
If there are more applications than permits available, applications will be reviewed using the criteria in the Mobile Vendor Policy
Inquiries or requests for information do not reserve a permit or location.
Application forms, supporting documents, and program information are available in the Vendor Resources section below.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must submit:
- Completed Mobile Vending Permit Application Form
- Required supporting documentation
- Applicable fees
Applications must be submitted by email to planning@gibsons.ca
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
APPLICATION FEES
- Vendor Deposit: $500
- General Mobile Vendor Permit: $250
- Special Event Mobile Vendor Permit: $50
- Business License Fee (varies by business type)
EVALUATION PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed in two stages:
Stage 1 – Eligibility Review
Applications will be reviewed for completeness and compliance with submission requirements.
Stage 2 – Evaluation
Eligible applications may be evaluated based on criteria including:
- Environmental sustainability initiatives
- Environmental impacts, including generator use
- Availability of customer amenities
- Compatibility with surrounding businesses and land uses
- Commitment to operating within the community
- Past compliance with Town bylaws and policies
- Diversity of goods or services offered
Successful applicants will be notified following completion of the review process.
APPROVED MOBILE VENDING LOCATIONS
Not all locations are suitable for all vendor types or unit sizes. Potential approved locations include:
- Armours Beach
- Arrowhead Park
- Aurora Park
- Brothers Park
- Charman Creek Lands
- Dempster Field
- Dougall Park
- Georgia Beach
- Parkland Park
- White Tower Lands
- Winegarden Park
Note:
- Site availability may vary;
- Most locations have servicing limitations; and
- Approval for a permit does not guarantee exclusive use of a site.
VENDOR RESOURCES
Approved vendors must visibly display their Mobile Vending Permit during all operating hours.
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VENDOR SCHEDULE
Approved vendor schedules and operating locations will be posted here once permits have been issued.
Please note:
- Vendor schedules are subject to change; and
- Weather, operational issues, and special events may affect attendance.
| Vendor | Location | Dates | Operating Hours |
CONTACT INFORMATION
Town of Gibsons
Planning and Development Services
planning@gibsons.ca
604-886-2274
