Pay Licence Fees & Provincial Offences - London

Business and Consumer Protection Ontario 3 Minutes Read · published February 12, 2026 Flag of Ontario · By Daniel Roy

In London, Ontario, businesses and residents must pay municipal licence fees and any provincial offences tickets through the appropriate City or provincial portals. This guide explains where to pay, who enforces the rules, common penalties, appeals and the steps to resolve a ticket or renew a licence. Use the official City of London licensing pages for municipal licences and the Ontario provincial offences payment page for POA tickets to complete payments and find forms.[1][2]

Paying licence fees and provincial offences tickets

Most municipal licence fees are payable to the City of London online or in person at City service counters; provincial offences tickets (Provincial Offences Act matters) are paid through Ontario’s provincial process. Confirm payment methods on the City licence page and the provincial payment page before paying to ensure you select the correct account type and remittance details.[1][2]

Penalties & Enforcement

Enforcement varies by instrument: municipal bylaws are enforced by By-law Enforcement officers and provincial offences are enforced under the Provincial Offences Act by provincial officers and the courts. Tickets and notices set out the alleged offence, the fine or steps for court appearance, and payment or dispute instructions.

  • Fine amounts: listed on each ticket or the governing schedule; specific monetary amounts are not specified on the cited page.
  • Escalation: first, repeat and continuing offences may carry increased fines or daily fines; specific escalation ranges are not specified on the cited page.
  • Non-monetary sanctions: orders to comply, stop-work or seizure are possible depending on the bylaw or court order.
  • Enforcer: City of London By-law Enforcement for municipal licences; Provincial Offences Office/Court for POA tickets. See Help and Support / Resources below for contacts.
  • Appeals and review: POA matters use provincial court procedures and timelines listed on the ticket; specific time limits and appeal steps are not specified on the cited page.
If a ticket lists a court appearance date, act immediately to confirm whether payment or a plea is required.

Applications & Forms

Licence application forms, fee schedules and renewal instructions are published by the City’s Licences and Permits section. If a specific form number or a downloadable application is required, consult the City page for the latest documents; some pages provide online application portals while others require in-person or mailed submissions.[1]

How to pay

  1. Identify the ticket or licence type and read the payment instructions on the notice.
  2. Use the City of London online payment portal for municipal licence fees or the Ontario provincial payment page for Provincial Offences tickets.
  3. Have the ticket number, licence number or account reference ready, plus a credit card or debit information for online payment.
  4. If disputing a POA ticket, follow the dispute instructions on the ticket immediately to request a court date or set out a written plea.
  5. Contact By-law Enforcement or the Provincial Offences Office for clarification if the notice or forms are unclear.
Keep a copy of payment confirmations and any correspondence until the matter is fully resolved.

Action steps

  • Check the deadline on the ticket or licence notice and pay or file an appeal before that date.
  • Pay online if offered; in-person payments may require exact documents and identification.
  • If you intend to contest a POA ticket, file the necessary notice or request for a court appearance as directed on the ticket.

FAQ

How do I pay a municipal licence fee in London?
You can pay municipal licence fees via the City of London Licences and Permits page or at a City service counter; review the licence-specific page for fee amounts and submission instructions.[1]
How do I pay a Provincial Offences ticket?
Pay provincial offences tickets through Ontario’s provincial payment page or follow the instructions on your ticket to pay, plead or request a court date.[2]
Can I appeal a ticket?
Yes. Provincial Offences Act tickets include directions for disputing or requesting a court appearance; follow the timelines on the ticket or the provincial page for next steps.[2]

How-To

  1. Locate your ticket or licence document and note the reference number.
  2. Go to the City of London licences page for licence payments or the Ontario payment page for POA tickets.[1]
  3. Enter the ticket/licence number, confirm the amount, and complete payment using the offered methods.
  4. Save the payment receipt and record any confirmation number for future reference.
  5. If disputing, file the required notice or attend the court on the scheduled date.

Key Takeaways

  • Always use official City or Ontario portals to pay to ensure proper crediting of fees and fines.
  • Keep records of payments and any correspondence until the case or licence year is closed.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of London - Licences and Permits
  2. [2] Government of Ontario - Pay a provincial offences ticket

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Daniel Roy

Daniel Roy

Municipal Bylaw Analyst

Daniel analyses municipal bylaws across Canadian provinces and territories. He checks every guide against official municipal and provincial sources.