Leash-Optional Dog Spaces

Share Leash-Optional Dog Spaces on Facebook Share Leash-Optional Dog Spaces on Twitter Share Leash-Optional Dog Spaces on Linkedin Email Leash-Optional Dog Spaces link

Over the last year, Council has received numerous letters from visitors and members of the community regarding the issue of off-leash dogs. The letters have included concerns for the safety of individuals on the beach while dogs are running at large and increasing the risk of injury. Other letters received have expressed the desire for dogs to have access to the health and social benefits of being able to run and play freely. Currently, there are no designated off-leash areas within the District of Tofino and District of Tofino Animal Control Bylaw No. 866, 2000 requires that “all dogs entering and within the Corporation of the District of Tofino shall be under the control of the owner or harbourer and be leashed, tethered or contained within a vehicle”.

At the December 5, 2022 Committee of the Whole, staff submitted to Council four potential options for the public's consideration.

The District of Tofino would like to hear from members of the community on the proposed locations. Please use the 'Comment' feature below to contribute your thoughts on each proposed location.


Over the last year, Council has received numerous letters from visitors and members of the community regarding the issue of off-leash dogs. The letters have included concerns for the safety of individuals on the beach while dogs are running at large and increasing the risk of injury. Other letters received have expressed the desire for dogs to have access to the health and social benefits of being able to run and play freely. Currently, there are no designated off-leash areas within the District of Tofino and District of Tofino Animal Control Bylaw No. 866, 2000 requires that “all dogs entering and within the Corporation of the District of Tofino shall be under the control of the owner or harbourer and be leashed, tethered or contained within a vehicle”.

At the December 5, 2022 Committee of the Whole, staff submitted to Council four potential options for the public's consideration.

The District of Tofino would like to hear from members of the community on the proposed locations. Please use the 'Comment' feature below to contribute your thoughts on each proposed location.


  • Opportunity for Public Feedback at 2023 Budget Town Hall

    Share Opportunity for Public Feedback at 2023 Budget Town Hall on Facebook Share Opportunity for Public Feedback at 2023 Budget Town Hall on Twitter Share Opportunity for Public Feedback at 2023 Budget Town Hall on Linkedin Email Opportunity for Public Feedback at 2023 Budget Town Hall link

    There will be an opportunity at the 2023 Budget Town Hall on Wednesday, March 29th from 4-6PM in the Council Chambers, Municipal Hall to provide input on the leash-optional dog spaces project before public feedback is consolidated and presented to Council for further consideration and next steps!

  • Tonquin Beach

    Share Tonquin Beach on Facebook Share Tonquin Beach on Twitter Share Tonquin Beach on Linkedin Email Tonquin Beach link

    Tonquin Beach:

    Tonquin Beach

    Pros:

    • Has parking
    • Refuse bins at trailhead
    • No shorebird concerns
    • Safe for dogs – no traffic
    • Beach not utilized for lengthy walks

    Cons:

    • Limited accessibility for those with mobility issues

    You need to be signed in to add your comment.

    number of comments, image icon 38 comments

  • Tonquin Connector Trail

    Share Tonquin Connector Trail on Facebook Share Tonquin Connector Trail on Twitter Share Tonquin Connector Trail on Linkedin Email Tonquin Connector Trail link

    Tonquin Connector Trail:

    Tonquin Connector Trail

    Pros:

    • Has parking
    • Refuse bins at trailheads
    • Safe for dogs – no traffic
    • Good accessibility
    • Restroom at one trailhead

    You need to be signed in to add your comment.

    number of comments, image icon 19 comments

  • Centennial Park

    Share Centennial Park on Facebook Share Centennial Park on Twitter Share Centennial Park on Linkedin Email Centennial Park link

    Centennial Park:

    Centennial Park

    Pros:

    • Has parking
    • Refuse bins in place
    • Safe for dogs – no traffic
    • Good accessibility

    Cons:

    • Requires fencing
    • Not a large space
    • No restroom

    You need to be signed in to add your comment.

    number of comments, image icon 17 comments

  • South Chesterman Beach

    Share South Chesterman Beach on Facebook Share South Chesterman Beach on Twitter Share South Chesterman Beach on Linkedin Email South Chesterman Beach link
    South Chesterman Beach:
    South Chesterman Beach

    Pros:

    • Has parking
    • Refuse bins in place
    • Safe for dogs – no traffic
    • Reasonable accessibility
    • Restrooms

    Cons:

    • Boundary signage
    • Need to improve accessibility
    • Human-dog conflict potential
    • Shorebirds (seasonal use only)

    You need to be signed in to add your comment.

    number of comments, image icon 55 comments

  • December 5, 2022: Committee of the Whole

    Share December 5, 2022: Committee of the Whole on Facebook Share December 5, 2022: Committee of the Whole on Twitter Share December 5, 2022: Committee of the Whole on Linkedin Email December 5, 2022: Committee of the Whole link


    The presentation is shown below:


Page last updated: 02 May 2023, 04:15 PM