By-Law Enforcement Officer

The By-Law Enforcement Officer responds to barking dogs, dogs jeopardizing the safety of the public, dogs without a tag, stray dogs, removal of dead animals from public property, dogs at large and trespassing, and stoop & scoop on City property.

You can contact a By-Law Enforcement Officer at 613-930-2787, ext. 2310.

When reporting an incident or requesting an investigation, it is helpful to provide as much information as possible in order to facilitate a thorough and timely response. If the complaint relates to a barking dog which is being kept on privately-owned property, providing the address is essential.

Every situation is unique, and the time needed to gain compliance will vary. Priority is given to circumstances where there is a danger to the safety of the animal or the public.

Animal investigations and animal-related complaints on private property and City-owned lands (like parks) help to ensure compliance with By-laws and regulations.

The By-Law Enforcement Officer can order special provisions for control of dogs identified as vicious.

 Walking Your Dog in Cornwall

Generally, dogs are not permitted in City Parks, except for those identified here:

1. Guindon Park roadways and Trillium Picnic area, but no other picnic areas or the nature/ski trails

2. Boals Drain Linear Park from Emma Avenue to Meadowvale Crescent

3. Cedar Rapids corridor from Optimist Park to Brookdale Avenue and from Power Dam Drive east to Vincent Massey Drive

4. Lamoureux Park

At all times, the dog is to be kept under control using a leash intended for such purposes, of a length not exceeding two metres (6.5 feet). 

 Dog and Cat Licenses and Tags

The City of Cornwall requires that all dogs and cats must be licensed and wearing a tag within 14 days following the date that a dog or cat comes into their possession. The number of animals per household is limited to five cats/dogs, with a maximum of three dogs. The tag registration will have a serial number, name of the owner, address and telephone number.  This information will assist enforcement officers in finding pet owners if the pet gets lost. Each owner is responsible for affixing the tag to their pet. Tag licenses expire on January 31 each year and must be renewed annually. Tags can be purchased at the following locations:

• Fence Depot - 3045 Pitt Street - 613-932-0717
• Pet Valu - 1400 Vincent Massey Drive - 613-936-8398
• Pet Valu - 1380 Second Street East, 613-938-2620
• Pet Smart - 424 Ninth Street West - 613-938-8949
• Stacy's Pet Depot - 805 Sydney Street, Unit 1 - 613-932-7337
• St. Lawrence Valley Animal Hospital - 435 Pitt Street - 613-932-4094
• Ren's Pets - 501 Tollgate Road West - 613-361-3260
• Building & Bylaw Department - 100 Water Street East (Civic Complex) - 613-930-2787, Ext #2310

• Altered dogs/cats (spayed or neutered)
  • before April 30: $25
  • as of May 1: $35
  • new to owner after September 1: $15
• Unaltered dogs/cats (not spayed or neutered)
  • before April 30: $50
  • as of May 1: $60
  • new to owner after September 1: $25
• Kennel License
  • Initial dog: $55
  • Each additional dog six months of age or older: $10
• Replacement tag: $10

 Residents sometimes see coyotes in their community and can report sightings using this online form.

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry does not directly control coyote populations.

How to Prevent Coyote Encounters

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry encourages residents to avoid attracting wildlife to your property. You can do so by:

• Keeping pet food indoors,
• Not leaving food out for birds and squirrels, as these can attract larger predators,
• Using secure lids on your garbage cans and storing them in a closed structure,
• Using enclosed composting bins rather than exposed piles,
• Using motion sensor lights outside,
• Closing off spaces under porches, decks, and sheds, and
• Clearing away bushes and dense weeds near your home.

Coyotes are omnivores that consume plants, small rodents, hares, and cottontails. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry states that coyotes are generally not considered a threat to humans. Wild animals are unpredictable by nature. Residents should exercise caution and good judgement when they encounter wildlife.