Dogs Off Leash – City of Toronto

Dogs must be kept on a leash whenever they are on any property other than their owners, unless they are in designated dogs off-leash areas. To report a dog off-leash, contact 311.

Parks are shared spaces and everyone needs to be responsible and respectful of each other.
Owners are responsible for their dog and any injuries or damage caused by any dog in their care.
Owners and dog walkers are responsible for ensuring that their dogs are under control.

Dogs must be vaccinated and licensed.
Dog training/electronic devices are not allowed.

Dogs excluded from off-leash areas include:

Dogs that are pit bulls as defined by the Dogs Owner’s Liability Act
Female dogs in heat
Any dog that has been issued a muzzle order by the City of Toronto.

A fine of up $260 can be issued for allowing a dog to run off leash except in a posted designated leash-free area. The charge is $205, plus a $50 victim’s surcharge, and a $5 administration fee.