The Off-Leash Designation will Remain

In considering the request to de-designate Willoughby Park, including the boarded rink, the City balanced the concerns raised by the Applicants, with public input, and Council policies, legislative requirements, and administrative directions. The decision is to retain the current off leash designation.

This decision acknowledges a continued need for the City to support the community in creating and sustaining public spaces that are welcoming and inclusive. It also acknowledges the City’s responsibility to clearly communicate shared use expectations and enforce the by-laws that govern these spaces.

In the Key Documents section on the right side of this page, you can review the What We Decided document for more information and detail about the decision. And you can review the What We Heard Report for the overview of the public participation.