Pet regulations and fines

Animal Control Officers (ACOs) are responsible for enforcing the Animal Control Bylaw. The bylaw regulates a range of topics, including:

• Off-leash dogs (outside of designated off-leash areas)
• Unlicensed dogs
• Aggressive animals
• Banned animals
• Backyard chickens

Depending on the specific circumstances, a violation of the bylaw may result in:  

• A Warning Notice (an "AC notice")
• A Bylaw Violation Notice (a BVN)
• A Municipal Ticket Information (an MTI)
• A Prosecution Report (a long form ticket)

The penalties range from a warning or a fine to prosecution in court. 

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