Starting a Food Business · BC Food Business Guide
A practical BC food business launch checklist covering your concept, approvals, production space and first customers. Use this checklist as a starting point, and verify current requirements with the appropriate authorities.
What to do before you launch
- 1Define your product, customers and production process before committing to equipment or a lease.
- 2Contact the health authority responsible for your proposed kitchen and ask which approvals, food safety plans and inspections apply. Requirements differ by product and operation.
- 3Register your business as appropriate, review municipal business licensing and zoning, and check insurance needs before selling.
- 4Calculate ingredient, packaging, labour, kitchen, delivery and waste costs. Test whether your selling price leaves a sustainable margin.
- 5Choose a production space that fits your workflow and growth. A shared commissary can reduce upfront construction and equipment costs.
Find a kitchen that fits your business
PurePrep offers shared commercial kitchen memberships in Langley and Greater Victoria. Explore our membership options, learn who our kitchens are for, or book a tour to discuss your specific equipment, schedule and storage needs.
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