Animal Control and Municipal By-law Enforcement Notice

Village of Carmacks Public Notice

New Animal Control Services and Municipal By-law Enforcement Effective September 1^st

Date: July 31^st, 2024

Attention Residents of Carmacks,

Starting September 1st, the Village of Carmacks will be implementing new Animal Control services and enhanced Municipal By-law Enforcement to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of our community and its residents.

Key Points:

1. Animal Control Services:
• Licensing Requirements: All dogs and cats must be licensed. Licensing ensures that lost pets can be returned to their owners promptly.
• Leash Laws: All dogs must be on a leash when off the owner’s property. Exceptions apply to designated off-leash areas.
• Nuisance Animals: It is the owner's responsibility to ensure their pets do not cause disturbances. This includes excessive barking, roaming at large, and property damage.
• Dangerous Animals: Owners of animals deemed dangerous will be subject to stricter regulations, including secure confinement and muzzling in public.
• Impounding of Uncontained Animals: Any animals found at large without a leash or outside the owner’s property will be impounded. Owners will be responsible for paying impound fees and fines before their pets are released.

 

1. Municipal By-law Enforcement:
• Parks and Public Spaces: New regulations will be enforced to maintain the cleanliness and safety of our parks and public areas. This includes prohibitions on littering, damage to vegetation, and unauthorized fires.
• Traffic and Parking: Enforcement of parking regulations and the use of vehicles in public spaces will be enhanced.
• Noise Complaints: Noise regulations will be enforced to ensure a peaceful environment for all residents.

Compliance and Penalties:

Failure to comply with the new by-laws and regulations may result in fines, penalties, and other enforcement actions. For a detailed list of fines and regulations, please refer to By-law 252-18 (Animal Control) and By-law 249-18 (Parks and Open Spaces).

How to Get Involved:

• Licensing: Pet owners are encouraged to visit the Village Office to license their pets before the enforcement date.
• Report Issues: Residents can report violations or concerns to the Village Office or through the official Village of Carmacks website.
• Stay Informed: Regular updates and detailed information about by-law regulations will be available on the Village of Carmacks website and through community bulletins.

For more information, please contact the Village Office at (867) 863-6271 or visit our website at www.carmacks.ca.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us keep Carmacks a safe and pleasant place to live.

Contact Information:

Village Office Address: 143 River Drive, Carmacks YT, Y0B1C0 Phone: (867) 863-6271

Email: admin@carmacks.ca Website: www.carmacks.ca