Local Off-Leash Dog Area Strategy Project Updates
Find the latest local off-leash dog area strategy updates below.
In 2022, construction of four off-leash dog areas was completed at the following parks:
- Legion Park – 70 Legion Court Rd.
- Mackenzie Glen District Park – 220 Cranston Park Ave.
- Matthew Park – 1 Villa Royale Ave.
- Sugarbush Heritage Park – 91 Thornhill Woods Dr.
In 2023, construction at the following off-leash dog area was completed at the following park:
- Giovanni Caboto Park – 75 Matthew Dr.
In 2024, construction of two new Primary Off-Leash Dog Areas was completed in the following parks:
- Concord Thornhill Regional Park – 299 Racco Pkwy
- Mackenzie Valley Park – 5581 Major Mackenzie Drive
In 2025, construction will continue at Concord Thornhill Regional Park to improve accessibility to the Dog Park which is scheduled to begin in the spring and be completed before August.
A new proposed location in Thornhill
From March 22 to April 22, 2022, the City invited the community to review three potential locations for a new off-leash dog area in the Thornhill community and provide feedback on their desired location. Thank you to those who participated! In total, 1,115 community members provided their feedback. Read the Community Engagement Report (PDF) for a summary of the survey results and feedback collected, as well as next steps.
Future locations
- The future Martin Tavares Park (122 Peter Rupert Avenue) will include local fenced-in off-leash dog areas to serve the Carrville Community planned for completion in 2024.
- A primary fenced-in off-leash dog area is being included in the planning of the future development of North Maple Regional Park.