Mobile Food Vendor Licences

The Town of Tecumseh provides Mobile Food Vendor licensing for Refreshment Vehicles and Frozen Treat Vehicles. Licences remain in effect until December 31st of the current year. 

Applicants wishing to operate a mobile food premise must contact the Legislative & Clerks Services Department prior to completing an application.

Contact:
519.735.2184 
clerks@tecumseh.ca

Refreshment Vehicle is defined as a means of selling or offering food primarily based from any motor vehicle defined by the Highway Traffic Act. Refreshment Vehicles are to be licensed for a specific location within the Town and are permitted to operate between the hours of 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily.

Frozen Treat Vehicles are defined as a Refreshment Vehicle which only provides ready-to-eat frozen desserts such as ice cream. These vehicles (motorized or non-motorized) are permitted to operate in residential areas of the Town with specific regulations. Frozen Treat Vehicles are permitted to operate between the hours of 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.

Refreshment Vehicle Requirements

  • Refreshment Vehicle Registration 
  • Current Mobile Preparation Premises Inspection Report from the Windsor-Essex Health Unit
  • Commercial Liability Insurance
  • Valid Safety Standards Certificate
  • Food Handler Certification Card
  • Site Plan Drawing/Map
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Fee payment of $350

Frozen Treat Vehicle Requirements

  • Current Mobile Preparation Premises Inspection Report from the Windsor-Essex Health Unit
  • Commercial Liability Insurance
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Fee payment of $350

For a full list of requirements, please review the Town's Mobile Food Vendors By-Law.

Windsor Essex County Health Unit

Phone: 519-258-2146

Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA)

Phone: 1-877-682-8772

Email: customerservices@tssa.org

Does the license expire?
Licenses are valid from the date of issuance and remain in effect until December 31st of the current year.
Do I need a license to operate a Food Vendor at my own establishment?
Yes, you will still need a license. Please contact the Clerks office directly to fill out an alternate form. 
Are any areas off limits?
Yes -  Lakewood Park is a ‘no Mobile Food Vendor Zone’. 

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Town of Tecumseh
917 Lesperance Road
Tecumseh, ON N8N 1W9
Phone: 519 735 2184
Fax: 519 735 6712
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