Hairstylists, Barbers, Suntanning, Cosmetology

The following is intended to provide an understanding of potential licence, permit or registration  requirements when considering the establishment of a Hairstylists, Barbers, Suntanning, Cosmetology business in New Brunswick. This document is a guide prepared by  Canada Business - New Brunswick and affiliated departments and agencies to provide you with a list of possible steps and issues to consider in carrying out your project. The extent to which the information will apply to you is dependent on the circumstances related to your project.

Before proceeding, reference should be made to the Business Start-up in New Brunswick guide for information on the steps involved in establishing a new business in New Brunswick. You may also want to consult our complete List of New Brunswick Guides.

Note: You will notice that throughout this publication, there are some references made to other relevant documents ("see the document...")  If you are using the Web, simply click on the links provided. If you are reading this publication from a print copy and would like to obtain those additional documents, please call Canada Business - New Brunswick at 1-888-576-4444 and we will provide you with copies.

For further information on individual topics identified herein, contact the respective governing body or Canada Business - New Brunswick. Because this document is only meant as a guide, Canada Business - New Brunswick will not accept responsibility for business decisions made based on the information provided.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Regulations
1.1  Cosmetology Proprietor's Certificate
1.2  Suntanning Facility - Radiation Emitting Devices
1.3  Music Licence
1.4  Home-based Business
1.5  Protection of Personal Information: Your Responsibilities

2. Canada Business - New Brunswick

1.  Regulations

1.1  Cosmetology Proprietor's Certificate (Hairstylists / Barber Shops / Aesthetics)
Contact the Cosmetology Association of New Brunswick at 506-458-8087 or toll-free 1-800-561-8087. You may also visit the Association's Web site at: http://www.canb.ca/pastpresent.htm. They can advise you of the necessary regulations and fees for licences.

1.2  Suntanning Facility - Radiation Emitting Devices
The Federal  Radiation Emitting Devices (RED) Act governs the sale, lease and import of certain radiation emitting devices used for medical and industrial purposes or by consumers. The Act sets safety performance standards for the sale, lease, import, labelling, packaging, and advertising of radiation emitting devices to ensure that workers and the public are not placed at risk.

For more information, see the document  Radiation Emitting Devices, or visit the Web site : http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/tan-bronzage/appendix-e-annexe_e.html for the Guidelines for Tanning Salon Owners, Operators and Users.  Or call the Consumer and Clinical Radiation Protection Bureau at 613-954-6699.

1.3  Music Licence
Performances of music in public, i.e. restaurants, clubs, hotels, dance halls, offices, stores, etc., require a licence. This licence is necessary whether the music is performed by live or recorded means.  

For more information, contact the SOCAN office in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia at 1-800-707-6226 or visit the Web site at the following address: http://www.socan.ca/jsp/en/index.jsp.

1.4  Home-based Business
Operating a business from home requires meeting the zoning by-laws controlling property uses in your area. In many jurisdictions zoning approval is required. Please contact your local municipality. You will find the telephone number in the white pages section of your telephone directory under: City of ..., Town of ... or Village of ... For information on zoning bylaws and building permits outside your local municipality, check with your local District Planning Commission. See the document ENV-District Planning Commissions.

Please keep in mind that home-based businesses will not be covered by regular house insurance. Insurance needs for businesses vary greatly. It is best to choose an insurance agent or broker familiar with your size of business and, in particular, an agent familiar with your type of operation.

1.5  Protection of Personal Information: Your Responsibilities
The Guide to Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act  (PIPEDA) helps businesses understand their obligations and comply to the Act. Since January 1, 2004, the PIPED Act covers the collection, use or disclosure of personal information in the course of all commercial activities in Canada, except in provinces which have enacted legislation that is deemed to be substantially similar to the federal law.

For more information, see the document Protection of Personal Information - Your Responsibilities, call toll-free 1-800-282-1376 or visit the Web site: www.privcom.gc.ca/information/guide_e.asp.

2.  Canada Business - New Brunswick

Canada Business - New Brunswick is an innovative partnership of federal and provincial government departments. Both levels of government work with key private-sector organizations to create a seamless information network for entrepreneurs.

Our mission is to improve the start-up, survival and growth rates of small and medium sized enterprises by giving business people in every part of New Brunswick access to accurate, timely and relevant information and referrals.

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