Application Requirements
Interested Community Leagues are able to apply to designate a temporary dog park within fully enclosed spaces on licenced land or parkland. This space is able to be used both as a public dog park and for private rentals.
The following conditions must be met:
- Weatherproof signage must be present on-site with Bylaw and League contact information.
- The League must provide temporary fencing if an existing enclosed space is not available.
- The League must ensure that the off-leash area is physically accessible for all potential users including those using mobility devices.
- The Community League should consider providing dog waste bags to ensure users are able to remove defecation.
- Dogs must be on-leash outside of the temporary dog park and stay on designated trails/paths.
- During days/times designated for off-leash use, the dog park may not be used for any other recreation activity.
- Once closed for the season, the temporary dog park must be cleaned to ensure it is ready for alternative use, at the League’s expense.
- The Community League must have and maintain in good standing a Tripartite License Agreement with the City for the location.
- The League must inform their insurance provider that off-leash use will be taking place within the dog park.
- The League is responsible for monitoring use of the dog park, including adherence to public health measures. The League must check the dog park for dog waste, maintenance concerns and other issues at minimum once a week.
- The League should consider regular sanitization of common contact points including entry gates and waste container lids.
- If noise, waste or other complaints are reported for the space, Peace Officers/Animal Control Officers will review the location for suitability.