Request Process

Request for Dogs Off-Leash Areas will be reviewed according to the People, Dogs and Parks Off-Leash Policy (PDF - 49KB - Updated Jan.28,2010)

Residents interested in establishing an off-leash area in their neighbourhood are requested to take the following steps:

1. Establish a local dog owners’ association – this group must have a minimum of 2 members who will represent the association by providing their names and contact information to Parks, Forestry and Recreation and agree to carry on-going communication between the City of Toronto and local residents including dog owners.
2. Submit a request in writing to Parks, Forestry and Recreation with the following information:
   • Neighbourhood where the need for an off-leash area exists – please include Ward, neighbourhood name and major intersections. For more information regarding Toronto’s neighbourhoods
   • Suggested park(s) within the neighbourhood and location(s) within the park(s)
   • Names, mailing addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of the 2 key contacts

Requests may be submitted by mail to:

• Parks, Forestry and Recreation
• Toronto City Hall, 4th Floor, West Tower
• 100 Queen Street West
• Toronto, ON
• M5H 2N2

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