Noise nuisances, allowable noise times and levels

We only have jurisdiction to act on certain noise pollution issues and share the responsibility of noise control with other government bodies. The information below outlines which authorities to conta...

Illegal dumping & littering

Littering and illegal dumping is unsightly and has significant health and safety risks for the environment and residents.  Definition of littering and/or dumping Littering and illegal dumping d...

Air pollution (dust, light, odour, smoke)

Air pollution nuisances (offensive smells, dust, light and smoke) that we have the authority to respond to: Dust occurring from the vacant land in preparation for subdivision or on r...

Backyard burning

We have regulations in place to ensure safety and to control smoke, ash and fumes that are a nuisance to the neighbourhood as a result of backyard fires. Under Subordinate Local Law No 3 (Communi...