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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.
The following survey questions are a part of the District of Tofino's public engagement campaign regarding leash-optional dog areas. Thank you to all participants who contribute their thoughts.
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Page last updated: 02 May 2023, 04:15 PM
Engagement Timeline
Phase 1 (Mid-December to End of January)
Leash-Optional Dog Spaces has finished this stage
During this phase, the District of Tofino is looking for public feedback on the proposed locations for potential off-leash spaces.
Phase 2 (End of January to Mid-February)
Leash-Optional Dog Spaces is currently at this stage
Following the initial public consultation period, Phase 2 will consolidate the initial feedback and offer updates to the project. An open house has been scheduled for March 29th to coincide with the District's Annual Budget Meeting.
Phase 3 (April onwards)
this is an upcoming stage for Leash-Optional Dog Spaces
Phase 3 will present the results of the public consultation to Council at a Committee of the Whole.
