{ "topic": "backyard-hens", "label": "Backyard hens & livestock", "question": "Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?", "jurisdiction": "Ontario", "country": "CA", "source": "https://govanswers.org/ca/on/backyard-hens/", "municipalities": [ { "municipality_id": "gx-001394", "name": "Admaston/Bromley", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/admaston-bromley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/admaston-bromley/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/admaston-bromley/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 2023-61 - Backyard Chickens By-law", "document_number": "2023-61", "adopted_date": "2023-12-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/admaston-bromley/backyard-hens/bylaw-2023-61/", "answer": "In the Township of Admaston/Bromley, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 4 to 12 depending on property size (under .25 ha: max 4; min .25 ha: max 6; min .5 ha: max 8; min 1 ha: max 10; min 1.99 ha: max 12); roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Backyard Chicken Permit required; fee per Fees & Charges By-Law. Source: By-law No. 2023-61 - Backyard Chickens By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001397", "name": "Alfred and Plantagenet", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/alfred-and-plantagenet/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/alfred-and-plantagenet/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/alfred-and-plantagenet/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2013-53 - Backyard Hen Licensing and Control By-law", "document_number": "2013-53", "adopted_date": "2013-07-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/alfred-and-plantagenet/backyard-hens/bylaw-2013-53/", "answer": "In the Township of Alfred and Plantagenet, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6); roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Hen coop licence required; fee not stated in by-law. Source: By-law 2013-53 - Backyard Hen Licensing and Control By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001401", "name": "Amherstburg", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/amherstburg/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/amherstburg/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/amherstburg/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2022-008 - Keeping of Animals", "document_number": "2022-008", "adopted_date": "2022-02-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/amherstburg/backyard-hens/bylaw-2022-008/", "answer": "In the Town of Amherstburg, Ontario, livestock rule: Domestic fowl prohibited unless Zoning By-law 1999-52 permits; max two of each non-prohibited animal kind per premises.; permit or licence: Dog licence required annually; fees per Schedule \"A\": spayed/neutered $16–$26; not spayed/neutered $26–$36; personal assistance dogs $0.; setback: at least forty (40) feet from any school, church, dwelling or other premises used for human habitation or occupancy (except keeper's own). Source: By-law 2022-008 - Keeping of Animals, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001402", "name": "Armour", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/armour/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/armour/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/armour/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law #33-2024 - Backyard Chicken By-law (amended by #24-2025)", "document_number": "33-2024", "adopted_date": "2024-05-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/armour/backyard-hens/bylaw-33-2024/", "answer": "In the Township of Armour, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: up to twelve (12) backyard chickens; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Licence required; no fee to obtain a backyard chicken license. Source: By-law #33-2024 - Backyard Chicken By-law (amended by #24-2025), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001403", "name": "Armstrong", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/armstrong/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/armstrong/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/armstrong/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 2022-47 - Keeping of Animals and Registration of Dogs and Cats", "document_number": "2022-47", "adopted_date": "2023-01-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/armstrong/backyard-hens/bylaw-2022-47/", "answer": "In the Township of Armstrong, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 5 or less; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Horses, cattle, goats, swine, mink, sheep, mules permitted only on property appropriately zoned for such purpose.. Source: By-law No. 2022-47 - Keeping of Animals and Registration of Dogs and Cats, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001404", "name": "Arnprior", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/arnprior/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/arnprior/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/arnprior/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 5991-11 - Animal Control", "document_number": "5991-11", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/arnprior/backyard-hens/bylaw-5991-11/", "answer": "In the Town of Arnprior, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Domestic fowl, horses, donkeys, mules, cattle, goats, swine or sheep permitted only on Rural, Agricultural, or Hazard zoned land.. Source: By-law No. 5991-11 - Animal Control, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001408", "name": "Assiginack", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/assiginack/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/assiginack/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/assiginack/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law #2020-09 Backyard Chickens By-law", "document_number": "2020-09", "adopted_date": "2020-07-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/assiginack/backyard-hens/bylaw-2020-09/", "answer": "In the Township of Assiginack, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: five chickens; roosters prohibited: True; setback: Five (5) metres from the rear lot line and five (5) metres from any side lot line. Source: By-law #2020-09 Backyard Chickens By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001411", "name": "Augusta", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/augusta/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/augusta/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/augusta/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 3576-2022 Backyard Fowl By-Law", "document_number": "3576-2022", "adopted_date": "2022-09-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/augusta/backyard-hens/bylaw-3576-2022/", "answer": "In the Township of Augusta, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: Up to 0.5ac: 5; Over 0.5ac to 4.94ac: 10; Rural under 2ha: 25; roosters prohibited: True; setback: meet all minimum zoning requirements and setbacks for accessory structures in the zone. Source: By-law 3576-2022 Backyard Fowl By-Law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001413", "name": "Aylmer", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/aylmer/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/aylmer/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/aylmer/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law No. 09-06", "document_number": "09-06", "adopted_date": "2006-02-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/aylmer/backyard-hens/bylaw-09-06/", "answer": "In the Town of Aylmer, Ontario, hens permitted: False; bees permitted: False; livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock within the Town except on lands where it is a permitted use under the Planning Act.. Source: Animal Control By-law No. 09-06, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001414", "name": "Baldwin", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/baldwin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/baldwin/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/baldwin/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law No. 2026-007", "document_number": "2026-007", "adopted_date": "2026-05-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/baldwin/backyard-hens/bylaw-2026-007/", "answer": "In the Township of Baldwin, Ontario, livestock rule: Horses, domestic fowl, cattle, goats, swine, mink, sheep, mules, or similar livestock permitted only on appropriately zoned property.; permit or licence: Licence required for dogs, cats, and mini pigs; fee $20.00 each (dogs/cats $10.00 for seniors over 65).. Source: Animal Control By-law No. 2026-007, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001416", "name": "Barrie", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/barrie/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/barrie/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/barrie/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2010-035 (as amended) - A By-law to regulate and govern animals including exotic animals within the City", "document_number": "2010-035", "adopted_date": "2010-02-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/barrie/backyard-hens/bylaw-2010-035/", "answer": "In the City of Barrie, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Cattle, goats, sheep or swine only on lots exceeding 4.4685 hectares zoned Agricultural, Residential Hold or Industrial.. Source: By-law 2010-035 (as amended) - A By-law to regulate and govern animals including exotic animals within the City, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001418", "name": "Beckwith", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/beckwith/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/beckwith/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/beckwith/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2024-11 - Licensing, Regulating and Keeping of Dogs and Other Animals (Residential Hen Regulations)", "document_number": "2024-11", "adopted_date": "2024-03-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/beckwith/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-11/", "answer": "In the Township of Beckwith, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6) egg-laying hens; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Building permit required if coop area exceeds 10 m²; no hen-keeping licence or fee stated. Source: By-law 2024-11 - Licensing, Regulating and Keeping of Dogs and Other Animals (Residential Hen Regulations), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001419", "name": "Belleville", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/belleville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/belleville/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/belleville/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 2024-100, Section 17.3 Backyard Hens", "document_number": "2024-100", "adopted_date": "2024-03-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/belleville/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-100/", "answer": "In the City of Belleville, Ontario, hens permitted: True. Source: Zoning By-law 2024-100, Section 17.3 Backyard Hens, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001420", "name": "Billings", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/billings/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/billings/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/billings/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2022-29 – Backyard Chicken By-law", "document_number": "2022-29", "adopted_date": "2022-09-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/billings/backyard-hens/bylaw-2022-29/", "answer": "In the Township of Billings, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Permit required; $40.00 (one time) administrative fee upon submission of the application. Source: By-law 2022-29 – Backyard Chicken By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001426", "name": "Bonnechere Valley", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/bonnechere-valley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/bonnechere-valley/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/bonnechere-valley/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 2016-024 - Being a By-law to Allow the Raising of Chickens or Ducks on a Property of Less Than 2 Hectares", "document_number": "2016-024", "adopted_date": "2016-06-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/bonnechere-valley/backyard-hens/bylaw-2016-024/", "answer": "In the Township of Bonnechere Valley, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 4; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Permit required, renewable annually; no fee stated. Source: By-law No. 2016-024 - Being a By-law to Allow the Raising of Chickens or Ducks on a Property of Less Than 2 Hectares, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001428", "name": "Bradford West Gwillimbury", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/bradford-west-gwillimbury/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/bradford-west-gwillimbury/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/bradford-west-gwillimbury/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 2019-109 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "2019-109", "adopted_date": "2019-12-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/bradford-west-gwillimbury/backyard-hens/bylaw-2019-109/", "answer": "In the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury, Ontario, hens permitted: True; bees permitted: False; livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock in any residential zone, as defined by the Zoning By-law.; setback: more than 0.6 m from the any property line. Source: Animal Control By-law 2019-109 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001429", "name": "Brampton", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/brampton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brampton/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/brampton/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Services By-law 201-2023", "document_number": "201-2023", "adopted_date": "2023-11-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brampton/backyard-hens/bylaw-201-2023/", "answer": "In the City of Brampton, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: ten (10); roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Prohibited generally; allowed on lands zoned and used for agricultural purposes.. Source: Animal Services By-law 201-2023, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001430", "name": "Brant", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/brant/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brant/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/brant/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 14-25 - Backyard Hens", "document_number": "14-25", "adopted_date": "2025-02-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brant/backyard-hens/bylaw-14-25/", "answer": "In the City of Brant, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: four (4); roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: valid license issued by the County; fee in accordance with the County's Fees & Charges By-law. Source: By-law 14-25 - Backyard Hens, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001431", "name": "Brantford", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/brantford/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brantford/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/brantford/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law, Municipal Code Chapter 206 - Chickens Keeping (By-law 101-2022)", "document_number": "206", "adopted_date": "2022-06-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brantford/backyard-hens/chapter-206/", "answer": "In the City of Brantford, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: Up to a maximum of 10 chickens; roosters prohibited: False; livestock rule: Horses, cattle, sheep, goats, swine, mules require property assessed as farm lands and used only for farm purposes.. Source: Animal Control By-law, Municipal Code Chapter 206 - Chickens Keeping (By-law 101-2022), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001433", "name": "Brighton", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/brighton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brighton/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/brighton/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Hen By-law No. 012-2021", "document_number": "012-2021", "adopted_date": "2021-02-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brighton/backyard-hens/bylaw-012-2021/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Brighton, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: maximum of six (6) hens; roosters prohibited: True; setback: meet the side and rear yard setbacks of the dwelling unit. Source: Backyard Hen By-law No. 012-2021, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001439", "name": "Bruce Mines", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/bruce-mines/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/bruce-mines/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/bruce-mines/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Chicken By-law No. 2025-21", "document_number": "2025-21", "adopted_date": "2025-07-14", "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The Town of Bruce Mines, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Chicken By-law No. 2025-21, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001441", "name": "Burk's Falls", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/burk-s-falls/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/burk-s-falls/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/burk-s-falls/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Care and Control of Poultry, Livestock and Exotic Animals By-law No. 17-2017", "document_number": "17-2017", "adopted_date": "2017-11-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/burk-s-falls/backyard-hens/bylaw-17-2017/", "answer": "In the Village of Burk's Falls, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: up to four (4); roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, deer, elk prohibited from being housed, kept, cared for or otherwise in a human captivity within the Village.. Source: Care and Control of Poultry, Livestock and Exotic Animals By-law No. 17-2017, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001444", "name": "Caledon", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/caledon/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/caledon/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/caledon/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Care and Control By-law (Consolidation) No. 2019-43", "document_number": "2019-43", "adopted_date": "2019-06-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/caledon/backyard-hens/bylaw-2019-43/", "answer": "In the Town of Caledon, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 4; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Prohibited on residential lots; permitted in agricultural/rural zones actively used for farming under normal farm practice.. Source: Animal Care and Control By-law (Consolidation) No. 2019-43, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001445", "name": "Callander", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/callander/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/callander/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/callander/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law to Regulate Backyard Hen(s) No. 2025-2040 (Office Consolidated, incl. amendment 2026-2079)", "document_number": "2025-2040", "adopted_date": "2025-10-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/callander/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-2040/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Callander, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: four (4) hens shall be permitted per lot; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: valid backyard hen licence required; fee $100. Source: By-law to Regulate Backyard Hen(s) No. 2025-2040 (Office Consolidated, incl. amendment 2026-2079), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001448", "name": "Carleton Place", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/carleton-place/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/carleton-place/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/carleton-place/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Hens By-law 44-2021", "document_number": "44-2021", "adopted_date": "2021-03-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/carleton-place/backyard-hens/bylaw-44-2021/", "answer": "In the Town of Carleton Place, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6); roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Licence required; fee in accordance with the Town's annual Fees & Charges By-law. Source: Backyard Hens By-law 44-2021, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001455", "name": "Central Frontenac", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/central-frontenac/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/central-frontenac/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/central-frontenac/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 2011-52 (consolidated to July 11, 2023)", "document_number": "2011-52", "adopted_date": "2011-10-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/central-frontenac/backyard-hens/bylaw-2011-52/", "answer": "The Township of Central Frontenac, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Zoning By-law No. 2011-52 (consolidated to July 11, 2023), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001457", "name": "Central Manitoulin", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/central-manitoulin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/central-manitoulin/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/central-manitoulin/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2024-07 - Keeping of Backyard Chickens", "document_number": "2024-07", "adopted_date": "2024-05-30", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/central-manitoulin/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-07/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Central Manitoulin, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6); roosters prohibited: True. Source: By-law 2024-07 - Keeping of Backyard Chickens, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001465", "name": "Chatham-Kent", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/chatham-kent/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/chatham-kent/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/chatham-kent/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 141-2024 (Backyard Chickens amendment to Responsible Animal Ownership By-law 170-2021)", "document_number": "141-2024", "adopted_date": "2024-11-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/chatham-kent/backyard-hens/bylaw-141-2024/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: ten (10); roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: hen permit required; fee as set out in the Municipality's User Fee By-law. Source: By-law 141-2024 (Backyard Chickens amendment to Responsible Animal Ownership By-law 170-2021), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001471", "name": "Cobalt", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/cobalt/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/cobalt/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/cobalt/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 2025-23", "document_number": "2025-23", "adopted_date": "2025-07-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/cobalt/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-23/", "answer": "In the Town of Cobalt, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 3; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: No person shall keep horses, domestic fowl, cattle, goats, swine, mink, sheep or mules or similar livestock.. Source: Animal Control By-law 2025-23, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001479", "name": "Cramahe", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/cramahe/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/cramahe/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/cramahe/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-Law 2016-22 - Backyard Hen Licensing", "document_number": "2016-22", "adopted_date": "2016-05-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/cramahe/backyard-hens/bylaw-2016-22/", "answer": "In the Township of Cramahe, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6); roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Licence required; fee from time to time prescribed by the Township's Fees By-Law. Source: By-Law 2016-22 - Backyard Hen Licensing, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001482", "name": "Deep River", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/deep-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/deep-river/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/deep-river/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Hens By-Law 10-2021", "document_number": "10-2021", "adopted_date": "2021-03-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/deep-river/backyard-hens/bylaw-10-2021/", "answer": "In the Town of Deep River, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: four (4); roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Backyard Hen Permit Application; Permit fee of $50.00. Source: Backyard Hens By-Law 10-2021, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001486", "name": "Douro-Dummer", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/douro-dummer/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/douro-dummer/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/douro-dummer/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law (consolidated) - Livestock, s.3.21", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/douro-dummer/backyard-hens/comprehensive-zoning-by-law-livestock-s-3-21/", "answer": "In the Township of Douro-Dummer, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: livestock, horses, poultry... shall only be permitted in the Rural (RU) Zone. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law (consolidated) - Livestock, s.3.21, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001487", "name": "Drummond/North Elmsley", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/drummond-north-elmsley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/drummond-north-elmsley/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/drummond-north-elmsley/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 2012-060 (June 2026 consolidation) - Hobby Farms and Backyard Hens, s.4.13", "document_number": "2012-060", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/drummond-north-elmsley/backyard-hens/bylaw-2012-060/", "answer": "In the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: ten (10); roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Hobby Farms permitted only in Agricultural (A) or Rural (RU) Zones; max density one livestock unit per hectare.. Source: Zoning By-law No. 2012-060 (June 2026 consolidation) - Hobby Farms and Backyard Hens, s.4.13, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001488", "name": "Dryden", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/dryden/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/dryden/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/dryden/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2024-23 - Animal Control By-law, Section 7 (Backyard Hens and Farm Animals)", "document_number": "2024-23", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/dryden/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-23/", "answer": "In the City of Dryden, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: five (5) on lot equal to and less than 0.4 hectares; ten (10) on lot greater than 0.4 hectares; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Must be enclosed in pen/fenced area/building; min 300 feet from boundary line and 100 feet from any dwelling.. Source: By-law 2024-23 - Animal Control By-law, Section 7 (Backyard Hens and Farm Animals), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001489", "name": "Dubreuilville", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/dubreuilville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/dubreuilville/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/dubreuilville/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2024-13, Animal Care and Control", "document_number": "2024-13", "adopted_date": "2024-03-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/dubreuilville/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-13/", "answer": "In the Township of Dubreuilville, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: ten (10); roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Hen coop permit required; $50.00 application fee, $30.00 annual or $60.00 3-year permit fee. Source: By-law 2024-13, Animal Care and Control, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001492", "name": "Dysart et al", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/dysart-et-al/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/dysart-et-al/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/dysart-et-al/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2005-120", "document_number": "2005-120", "adopted_date": "2005-12-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/dysart-et-al/backyard-hens/bylaw-2005-120/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Dysart et al, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: four (4); bees permitted: True; livestock rule: Hobby farms permitted in Waterfront Residential zones. Livestock facilities must comply with Minimum Distance Separation I or II.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2005-120, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001496", "name": "East Gwillimbury", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/east-gwillimbury/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/east-gwillimbury/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/east-gwillimbury/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Care and Control By-law 2020-085 (as amended by By-law 2024-004)", "document_number": "2020-085", "adopted_date": "2020-10-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/east-gwillimbury/backyard-hens/bylaw-2020-085/", "answer": "In the Town of East Gwillimbury, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: four (4); roosters prohibited: True; bees permitted: True. Source: Animal Care and Control By-law 2020-085 (as amended by By-law 2024-004), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001498", "name": "East Zorra-Tavistock", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/east-zorra-tavistock/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/east-zorra-tavistock/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/east-zorra-tavistock/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 2001-54 (as amended)", "document_number": "2001-54", "adopted_date": "2001-10-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/east-zorra-tavistock/backyard-hens/bylaw-2001-54/", "answer": "In the Township of East Zorra-Tavistock, Ontario, setback: not less than five feet from the property line. Source: Animal Control By-law 2001-54 (as amended), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001499", "name": "Edwardsburgh/Cardinal", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/edwardsburgh-cardinal/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/edwardsburgh-cardinal/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/edwardsburgh-cardinal/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2025-22 - Amend Zoning By-law 2022-37 (Domestic Fowl in Settlement Areas)", "document_number": "2025-22", "adopted_date": "2025-04-29", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/edwardsburgh-cardinal/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-22/", "answer": "The Township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 2025-22 - Amend Zoning By-law 2022-37 (Domestic Fowl in Settlement Areas), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001504", "name": "Englehart", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/englehart/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/englehart/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/englehart/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 2022-03 (amending By-law 2014-19)", "document_number": "2022-03", "adopted_date": "2022-01-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/englehart/backyard-hens/bylaw-2022-03/", "answer": "In the Town of Englehart, Ontario, livestock rule: Section formerly known as #29 pertaining to horses, domestic fowl, cattle, goats, swine, mink, sheep & mules was removed.; permit or licence: Lifetime registration fee of $30.00 for dogs/cats; $10.00 reduced fee for seniors 65+ or spayed/neutered animals; nil for seeing eye, hearing ear, or police work dogs.. Source: Animal Control By-law 2022-03 (amending By-law 2014-19), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001506", "name": "Erin", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/erin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/erin/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/erin/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 16-33 to Regulate the Keeping of Animals", "document_number": "16-33", "adopted_date": "2016-06-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/erin/backyard-hens/bylaw-16-33/", "answer": "The Town of Erin, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 16-33 to Regulate the Keeping of Animals, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001507", "name": "Espanola", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/espanola/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/espanola/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/espanola/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 3022/21 (Backyard Chickens, s.3.1.3)", "document_number": "3022/21", "adopted_date": "2021-06-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/espanola/backyard-hens/bylaw-3022-21/", "answer": "In the Town of Espanola, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 10; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Livestock not permitted on any lot less than 1.0 ha in RU Zone; livestock structures subject to Minimum Distance Separation.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 3022/21 (Backyard Chickens, s.3.1.3), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001512", "name": "Faraday", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/faraday/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/faraday/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/faraday/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Hen By-law 32-2017", "document_number": "32-2017", "adopted_date": "2017-12-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/faraday/backyard-hens/bylaw-32-2017/", "answer": "In the Township of Faraday, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6); roosters prohibited: True. Source: Backyard Hen By-law 32-2017, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001515", "name": "Fort Frances", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/fort-frances/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/fort-frances/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/fort-frances/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 50/17", "document_number": "50/17", "adopted_date": "2017-10-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/fort-frances/backyard-hens/bylaw-50-17/", "answer": "In the Town of Fort Frances, Ontario, hens permitted: True; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Artiodactylus ungulates (goats, sheep, pigs, cattle) and perissodactylus ungulates (horses, asses) prohibited within Town.; setback: Minimum 3.0m from any rear or side lot line; no less than 15m from any school, church or business.. Source: Animal Control By-law 50/17, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001516", "name": "French River", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/french-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/french-river/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/french-river/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Responsible Animal Ownership By-law 2023-45", "document_number": "2023-45", "adopted_date": "2023-08-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/french-river/backyard-hens/bylaw-2023-45/", "answer": "In the Municipality of French River, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock unless the area is zoned for that purpose or lawfully used for that purpose.. Source: Responsible Animal Ownership By-law 2023-45, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001517", "name": "Front of Yonge", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/front-of-yonge/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/front-of-yonge/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/front-of-yonge/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 05-21 — A By-law to Regulate the Keeping of Backyard Poultry in the Village of Mallorytown", "document_number": "05-21", "adopted_date": "2021-02-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/front-of-yonge/backyard-hens/bylaw-05-21/", "answer": "In the Township of Front of Yonge, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Hen coop permit required; fee $25.00 prior to March 31, $50.00 after March 31. Source: By-law 05-21 — A By-law to Regulate the Keeping of Backyard Poultry in the Village of Mallorytown, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001520", "name": "Gananoque", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/gananoque/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/gananoque/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/gananoque/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Urban Hen By-law No. 2020-092", "document_number": "2020-092", "adopted_date": "2020-08-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/gananoque/backyard-hens/bylaw-2020-092/", "answer": "The Town of Gananoque, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Urban Hen By-law No. 2020-092, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001523", "name": "Georgian Bluffs", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/georgian-bluffs/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/georgian-bluffs/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/georgian-bluffs/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Poultry By-law No. 2024-040", "document_number": "2024-040", "adopted_date": "2024-06-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/georgian-bluffs/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-040/", "answer": "In the Township of Georgian Bluffs, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6) hens and/or pullets; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Livestock, other than backyard poultry, shall only be permitted on Agricultural or Rural Zone lots of 0.8 hectares or greater.. Source: Backyard Poultry By-law No. 2024-040, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001524", "name": "Georgina", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/georgina/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/georgina/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/georgina/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Urban Hens By-law 2022-0020 (PWE-1)", "document_number": "2022-0020", "adopted_date": "2022-03-30", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/georgina/backyard-hens/bylaw-2022-0020/", "answer": "The Town of Georgina, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Urban Hens By-law 2022-0020 (PWE-1), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001526", "name": "Goderich", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/goderich/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/goderich/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/goderich/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Care and Control By-Law No. 111 of 2026, Part 11 - Backyard Hens", "document_number": "111", "adopted_date": "2026-08-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/goderich/backyard-hens/bylaw-111/", "answer": "In the Town of Goderich, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: four (4) hens; roosters prohibited: True; bees permitted: False. Source: Animal Care and Control By-Law No. 111 of 2026, Part 11 - Backyard Hens, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001527", "name": "Gordon/Barrie Island", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/gordon-barrie-island/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/gordon-barrie-island/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/gordon-barrie-island/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-Law 2020-05", "document_number": "2020-05", "adopted_date": "2020-04-07", "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The Municipality of Gordon/Barrie Island, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Control By-Law 2020-05, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001528", "name": "Gore Bay", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/gore-bay/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/gore-bay/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/gore-bay/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw 2021-16 - Regulate the Keeping of Exotic Animals and Domestic Animals Other Than Dogs", "document_number": "2021-16", "adopted_date": "2021-05-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/gore-bay/backyard-hens/bylaw-2021-16/", "answer": "In the Town of Gore Bay, Ontario, hens permitted: False; bees permitted: True; livestock rule: No owner shall keep domestic fowl, horses, cattle, bison, goats, swine, mink, sheep, mules or similar livestock within areas defined as Residential.; permit or licence: Exotic Pet Permit required for exotic pets; fee $25.00, renewable by January 31st each year. Source: Bylaw 2021-16 - Regulate the Keeping of Exotic Animals and Domestic Animals Other Than Dogs, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001537", "name": "Grimsby", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/grimsby/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/grimsby/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/grimsby/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 10-06 - Animal Care and Control By-law, s.73 (Livestock)", "document_number": "10-06", "adopted_date": "2010-02-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/grimsby/backyard-hens/bylaw-10-06/", "answer": "In the Town of Grimsby, Ontario, livestock rule: Livestock only permitted on premises zoned to allow it under Town's Zoning By-law No. 71-74.; hens permitted: False; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Keeping bull, ox, cow, sheep, goat, pig or other cattle prohibited on any residential lot or in any Residential Zone.. Source: By-law No. 10-06 - Animal Care and Control By-law, s.73 (Livestock); Zoning By-law 14-45, Section 4.4(a)(20) - Prohibited Uses, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001538", "name": "Guelph", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/guelph/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/guelph/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/guelph/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "City of Guelph Zoning By-law (2023) - Urban Agriculture definition", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/guelph/backyard-hens/city-of-guelph-zoning-by-law-urban-agriculture-definition/", "answer": "In the City of Guelph, Ontario, hens permitted: True; livestock rule: Urban agriculture excludes agriculture, livestock based; livestock and horses not covered by the urban agriculture permission in all zones.. Source: City of Guelph Zoning By-law (2023) - Urban Agriculture definition, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001539", "name": "Guelph/Eramosa", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/guelph-eramosa/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/guelph-eramosa/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/guelph-eramosa/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Domestic Poultry By-law 04/2025", "document_number": "04/2025", "adopted_date": "2025-01-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/guelph-eramosa/backyard-hens/bylaw-04-2025/", "answer": "In the Township of Guelph/Eramosa, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: maximum of ten (10) chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, or a combination thereof; roosters prohibited: True; setback: 5 m of any dwelling; 3 m of any lot line; 3 m of any structure. Source: Domestic Poultry By-law 04/2025, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001540", "name": "Haldimand", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/haldimand/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/haldimand/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/haldimand/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 1396-13", "document_number": "1396-13", "adopted_date": "2013-09-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/haldimand/backyard-hens/bylaw-1396-13/", "answer": "The City of Haldimand, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Control By-law 1396-13, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001545", "name": "Hanover", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/hanover/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hanover/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/hanover/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Responsible Ownership By-law 2819-13", "document_number": "2819-13", "adopted_date": "2013-08-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hanover/backyard-hens/bylaw-2819-13/", "answer": "In the Town of Hanover, Ontario, hens permitted: False; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: All livestock prohibited town-wide; no residential or urban zone exemption stated.. Source: Animal Control Responsible Ownership By-law 2819-13, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001550", "name": "Havelock-Belmont-Methuen", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/havelock-belmont-methuen/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/havelock-belmont-methuen/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/havelock-belmont-methuen/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law (office consolidation of By-law 1995-42, amendments to and including By-law 2025-046, consolidated July 2025)", "document_number": "1995-42", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/havelock-belmont-methuen/backyard-hens/bylaw-1995-42/", "answer": "In the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Livestock, horses, and poultry permitted only in Agricultural (A) and Rural (RU) Zones; prohibited in all residential zones.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law (office consolidation of By-law 1995-42, amendments to and including By-law 2025-046, consolidated July 2025), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001551", "name": "Hawkesbury", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/hawkesbury/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hawkesbury/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/hawkesbury/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law N° 18-2024 prohibiting and regulating the keeping of certain exotic and other animals", "document_number": "18-2024", "adopted_date": "2024-03-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hawkesbury/backyard-hens/bylaw-18-2024/", "answer": "In the Town of Hawkesbury, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: All farm animals including goats, sheep, swine, pigs, lamas, alpacas, ostriches, chickens and all poultry prohibited.; permit or licence: Reptiles and lizards must be registered; fee per By-law N° 36-2023. Source: By-law N° 18-2024 prohibiting and regulating the keeping of certain exotic and other animals, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001553", "name": "Hearst", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/hearst/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hearst/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/hearst/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 76-19 (Consolidated) - hen houses in residential zones", "document_number": "76-19", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hearst/backyard-hens/bylaw-76-19/", "answer": "In the Town of Hearst, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Horse stables, cow barns and hen houses are not permitted in Residential Zones.. Source: Zoning By-law No. 76-19 (Consolidated) - hen houses in residential zones, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001554", "name": "Highlands East", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/highlands-east/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/highlands-east/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/highlands-east/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law (consolidated) - Section 3.42 Poultry", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2018-06-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/highlands-east/backyard-hens/zoning-by-law-section-3-42-poultry/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Highlands East, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: up to 3. Source: Zoning By-law (consolidated) - Section 3.42 Poultry, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001557", "name": "Hilton Beach", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/hilton-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hilton-beach/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/hilton-beach/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2024-23, Urban Hens (amends By-law 2020-09)", "document_number": "2024-23", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hilton-beach/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-23/", "answer": "In the Village of Hilton Beach, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Domestic farm animals and fowl prohibited village-wide except on Rural (RU) Zone lands.; hens permitted: True; max hens: 12 hens on Residential Properties of 1/2 acre or more; up to 6 hens on Residential Properties under 1/2 acre. Source: By-law #2020-09, Domestic Farm Animal and Fowl By-law; By-law 2024-23, Urban Hens (amends By-law 2020-09), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001559", "name": "Horton", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/horton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/horton/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/horton/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2024-05 Being a By-law to Regulate Backyard Chickens", "document_number": "2024-05", "adopted_date": "2024-04-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/horton/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-05/", "answer": "In the Township of Horton, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: R1/R2/LSR: maximum of 6; Rural 0.5-2 acres: maximum of 10; Rural 2-5 acres: maximum of 20; Rural over 5 acres: no maximum; roosters prohibited: True; setback: 3.0 metres from rear yard; 7.5 metres from any church or business. Source: By-law 2024-05 Being a By-law to Regulate Backyard Chickens, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001560", "name": "Howick", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/howick/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/howick/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/howick/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Township of Howick Zoning By-law 23-1984 (Consolidated Copy, May 2026)", "document_number": "23-1984", "adopted_date": "1984-04-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/howick/backyard-hens/bylaw-23-1984/", "answer": "In the Township of Howick, Ontario, hens permitted: False; bees permitted: False; livestock rule: Livestock prohibited in Settlement Areas; exception permits 2 horses only if serving as primary transportation for dwelling occupants.. Source: Township of Howick Zoning By-law 23-1984 (Consolidated Copy, May 2026), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001565", "name": "Huron Shores", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/huron-shores/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/huron-shores/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/huron-shores/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Huron Shores Comprehensive Zoning By-law 26-10 (Office Consolidation, updated May 27, 2026)", "document_number": "26-10", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/huron-shores/backyard-hens/bylaw-26-10/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Huron Shores, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: not more than 3 hens only; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Roosters and all other forms of livestock are expressly prohibited accessory to a principal dwelling unit.. Source: Huron Shores Comprehensive Zoning By-law 26-10 (Office Consolidation, updated May 27, 2026), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001568", "name": "Ingersoll", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/ingersoll/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/ingersoll/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/ingersoll/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 01-3990 (a by-law respecting animals)", "document_number": "01-3990", "adopted_date": "2001-10-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/ingersoll/backyard-hens/bylaw-01-3990/", "answer": "In the Town of Ingersoll, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Class 1 animals (horse, cow, mule, donkey, pony, goat, swine, sheep) permitted if stable is 90 metres from any dwelling.; setback: 90 metres (295.3 feet) from any school, church, public hall, store, dwelling or premises used for human habitation. Source: Animal Control By-law 01-3990 (a by-law respecting animals), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001569", "name": "Innisfil", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/innisfil/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/innisfil/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/innisfil/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Consolidated Animal Control By-law 069-22", "document_number": "069-22", "adopted_date": "2022-06-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/innisfil/backyard-hens/bylaw-069-22/", "answer": "In the Town of Innisfil, Ontario, bees permitted: True; livestock rule: Livestock (Schedule C) prohibited in Primary Settlement Areas, Urban Settlements or Village Settlements; bona fide farming operations exempt; setback: 1 metre from any property line; 3 metres from a neighbouring Dwelling Unit. Source: Consolidated Animal Control By-law 069-22, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001570", "name": "Iroquois Falls", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/iroquois-falls/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/iroquois-falls/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/iroquois-falls/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 3464/17 - Animal Control (Backyard Chickens)", "document_number": "3464/17", "adopted_date": "2017-10-30", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/iroquois-falls/backyard-hens/bylaw-3464-17/", "answer": "In the Town of Iroquois Falls, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 4; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Farm animals permitted only in Rural Zone for agricultural/farming purposes.. Source: By-law 3464/17 - Animal Control (Backyard Chickens), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001575", "name": "Kapuskasing", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/kapuskasing/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/kapuskasing/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/kapuskasing/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Town of Kapuskasing Zoning By-law No. 4198 (Office Consolidation, December 2022)", "document_number": "4198", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/kapuskasing/backyard-hens/bylaw-4198/", "answer": "In the Town of Kapuskasing, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: up to three hens per lot; livestock rule: Horses, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, reptiles, and wild animals prohibited in any residential zone unless otherwise stated.; setback: 3.0 m from any abutting rear or side lot line; 6.0 m where that lot line abuts a non-residential use. Source: Town of Kapuskasing Zoning By-law No. 4198 (Office Consolidation, December 2022), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001576", "name": "Kawartha Lakes", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/kawartha-lakes/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/kawartha-lakes/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/kawartha-lakes/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Consolidated Animal Regulation By-law 2021-072 (Section 3.00 -- Backyard Chicken Coops, added by By-law 2024-049)", "document_number": "2021-072", "adopted_date": "2024-03-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/kawartha-lakes/backyard-hens/bylaw-2021-072/", "answer": "The City of Kawartha Lakes, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Consolidated Animal Regulation By-law 2021-072 (Section 3.00 -- Backyard Chicken Coops, added by By-law 2024-049), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001578", "name": "Kenora", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/kenora/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/kenora/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/kenora/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Keeping of Animals By-law 150-2010", "document_number": "150-2010", "adopted_date": "2010-08-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/kenora/backyard-hens/bylaw-150-2010/", "answer": "In the City of Kenora, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Domestic poultry prohibited citywide; areas zoned \"Rural\" are exempt.. Source: Keeping of Animals By-law 150-2010, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001581", "name": "Killarney", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/killarney/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/killarney/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/killarney/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Hens By-law", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2026-03-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/killarney/backyard-hens/backyard-hens-by-law/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Killarney, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6 within town limits or on Waterfront Residential property; 12 outside town limits; 24 outside town limits on properties ≥5 acres; roosters prohibited: True; setback: 5 m from any rear or side property line; 10 m from any dwelling unit on a neighbouring property, whichever is more restrictive. Source: Backyard Hens By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001584", "name": "Kingston", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/kingston/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/kingston/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/kingston/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2021-10-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/kingston/backyard-hens/animal-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Kingston, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6); roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: No Livestock or Poultry on any property except Agricultural Property, 5+ acre properties, City-service horses, vet clinics, or temporary events.. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001589", "name": "LaSalle", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/lasalle/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/lasalle/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/lasalle/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 8705 - Animal Care and Control", "document_number": "8705", "adopted_date": "2022-05-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/lasalle/backyard-hens/bylaw-8705/", "answer": "In the Town of LaSalle, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Domestic fowl, horses, donkeys, mules, cattle, goats, swine, sheep prohibited except on Agricultural Area-zoned land.; setback: Suitable Enclosure must be at least forty (40) feet from any school, church, dwelling, or other premises used for human habitation, except premises of the keeper's household.. Source: By-law 8705 - Animal Care and Control, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001598", "name": "Larder Lake", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/larder-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/larder-lake/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/larder-lake/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law No. 1444-13", "document_number": "1444-13", "adopted_date": "2013-03-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/larder-lake/backyard-hens/bylaw-1444-13/", "answer": "In the Township of Larder Lake, Ontario, livestock rule: Horses prohibited under Schedule C item 8 ('All Perissodactylus Ungulates'); other livestock not addressed.; permit or licence: Dog licence required (s.14), cat licence required (s.23); fee $20.00 before February 28, $30.00 after, per Schedule B.. Source: Animal Control By-law No. 1444-13, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001600", "name": "Laurentian Hills", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/laurentian-hills/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/laurentian-hills/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/laurentian-hills/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law #19-26, s.3.4 - Backyard Chickens / Urban Agriculture", "document_number": "19-26", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/laurentian-hills/backyard-hens/bylaw-19-26/", "answer": "In the Town of Laurentian Hills, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6 chickens (lot < 0.4 Ha); 12 chickens (0.4 Ha to < 1 Ha); 20 chickens (1 Ha to < 2 Ha); roosters prohibited: True; bees permitted: True. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law #19-26, s.3.4 - Backyard Chickens / Urban Agriculture, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001602", "name": "Leamington", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/leamington/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/leamington/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/leamington/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 890-09 – Keeping Chicken and Fowl in the A5 Zone (Section 4.27.1)", "document_number": "890-09", "adopted_date": "2009-01-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/leamington/backyard-hens/bylaw-890-09/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Leamington, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: Maximum 6 chicken or fowl on properties under 0.2 ha; maximum 10 chicken or fowl on properties over 0.2 ha; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: The keeping of livestock shall only be permitted in an Agricultural Zone.. Source: Zoning By-law 890-09 – Keeping Chicken and Fowl in the A5 Zone (Section 4.27.1), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001606", "name": "Lincoln", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/lincoln/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/lincoln/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/lincoln/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 2022-50 – Prohibited Livestock/Poultry Keeping (Section 3.9(v))", "document_number": "2022-50", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/lincoln/backyard-hens/bylaw-2022-50/", "answer": "The Town of Lincoln, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Zoning By-law 2022-50 – Prohibited Livestock/Poultry Keeping (Section 3.9(v)), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001607", "name": "London", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/london/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/london/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/london/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law - PH-3 (Class 2 Animals, Part 6)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "1993-11-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/london/backyard-hens/animal-control-by-law-ph-3/", "answer": "In the City of London, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Class 1 animals (cow, donkey, goat, horse, mule, pig, pony, sheep) prohibited within the City of London's municipal boundaries.; setback: no less than 15 metres (49.2 feet) from any school, church, public hall, or store, dwelling or premises used for human habitation. Source: Animal Control By-law - PH-3 (Class 2 Animals, Part 6), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001612", "name": "Machin", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/machin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/machin/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/machin/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law Number 41-2018 (Animal Control By-law)", "document_number": "41-2018", "adopted_date": "2018-09-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/machin/backyard-hens/bylaw-41-2018/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Machin, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6 birds excluding fowl 12 weeks old or less; roosters prohibited: True; setback: 25 feet from rear lot line; 20 feet from any side lot line. Source: By-law Number 41-2018 (Animal Control By-law), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001613", "name": "Madawaska Valley", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/madawaska-valley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/madawaska-valley/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/madawaska-valley/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2026-50", "document_number": "2026-50", "adopted_date": "2026-05-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/madawaska-valley/backyard-hens/bylaw-2026-50/", "answer": "In the Township of Madawaska Valley, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6); roosters prohibited: True; setback: minimum of 15 metres from all interior side and rear yard lot lines. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2026-50, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001620", "name": "Markham", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/markham/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/markham/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/markham/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2018-91, Animal Protection and Services By-law", "document_number": "2018-91", "adopted_date": "2018-06-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/markham/backyard-hens/bylaw-2018-91/", "answer": "In the City of Markham, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock in any area of the City unless the area is zoned for that purpose. Source: By-law 2018-91, Animal Protection and Services By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001627", "name": "McDougall", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/mcdougall/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mcdougall/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/mcdougall/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Hen By-law (By-law No. 2021-27)", "document_number": "2021-27", "adopted_date": "2021-07-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mcdougall/backyard-hens/bylaw-2021-27/", "answer": "In the Municipality of McDougall, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: Maximum of 6 hens on lots 0.18 to 0.4 hectares; maximum of 10 hens on lots greater than 0.4 hectares; no hens permitted on lots smaller than 0.18 hectares; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Backyard Hen Licence required (Schedule \"A\"); no fee stated. Source: Backyard Hen By-law (By-law No. 2021-27), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001628", "name": "McGarry", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/mcgarry/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mcgarry/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/mcgarry/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law Respecting the Management, Protection and Identification of Animals (By-law No. 2021-34)", "document_number": "2021-34", "adopted_date": "2021-07-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mcgarry/backyard-hens/bylaw-2021-34/", "answer": "In the Township of McGarry, Ontario, livestock rule: Domestic fowl, horses, donkeys, mules, cattle, goats, swine, mink, fox, or sheep permitted only on Natural Resources Zone or Rural Residential Zone lands.. Source: By-law Respecting the Management, Protection and Identification of Animals (By-law No. 2021-34), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001631", "name": "McNab/Braeside", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/mcnab-braeside/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mcnab-braeside/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/mcnab-braeside/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Chicken By-law 2015-106", "document_number": "2015-106", "adopted_date": "2015-12-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mcnab-braeside/backyard-hens/bylaw-2015-106/", "answer": "In the Township of McNab/Braeside, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6 on residential; 12 on rural lots less than 2 hectares; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Chicken coop permit required; no fee. Source: Backyard Chicken By-law 2015-106, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001632", "name": "Meaford", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/meaford/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/meaford/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/meaford/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 077-2014 to Regulate the Keeping of Backyard Poultry and Community Gardens", "document_number": "077-2014", "adopted_date": "2014-09-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/meaford/backyard-hens/bylaw-077-2014/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Meaford, Ontario, hens permitted: True; permit or licence: Permit required; no fee stated. Source: By-law 077-2014 to Regulate the Keeping of Backyard Poultry and Community Gardens, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001634", "name": "Merrickville–Wolford", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/merrickvillewolford/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/merrickvillewolford/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/merrickvillewolford/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Hens By-law 39-2024", "document_number": "39-2024", "adopted_date": "2024-07-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/merrickvillewolford/backyard-hens/bylaw-39-2024/", "answer": "In the Village of Merrickville–Wolford, Ontario, hens permitted: True. Source: Backyard Hens By-law 39-2024, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001637", "name": "Midland", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/midland/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/midland/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/midland/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 2024-36 (Animal Control and Feeding of Wildlife)", "document_number": "2024-36", "adopted_date": "2024-06-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/midland/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-36/", "answer": "In the Town of Midland, Ontario, hens permitted: False; bees permitted: True; livestock rule: Schedule 'B' farm animals (including horses, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs) only permitted on lands assessed and zoned as farmlands.. Source: Animal Control By-law 2024-36 (Animal Control and Feeding of Wildlife), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001638", "name": "Milton", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/milton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/milton/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/milton/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 90-2004 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "90-2004", "adopted_date": "2004-10-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/milton/backyard-hens/bylaw-90-2004/", "answer": "In the Town of Milton, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Domestic farm animals permitted only in Rural Area (GA, GB, A1, A2, NEC); prohibited in Urban/residential zones.; setback: not less than 1.2 meters (4') from the property line. Source: Animal Control By-law 90-2004 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001640", "name": "Minto", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/minto/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/minto/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/minto/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Exotic Animal By-Law 2020-73", "document_number": "2020-73", "adopted_date": "2020-11-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/minto/backyard-hens/bylaw-2020-73/", "answer": "In the Town of Minto, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 5; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock on property zoned other than agricultural.. Source: Exotic Animal By-Law 2020-73, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001641", "name": "Mississauga", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/mississauga/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mississauga/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/mississauga/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Care and Control By-law 0098-2004", "document_number": "0098-2004", "adopted_date": "2004-03-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mississauga/backyard-hens/bylaw-0098-2004/", "answer": "In the City of Mississauga, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Livestock (cattle, horses, goats, swine, sheep, etc.) prohibited; permitted only on lands zoned and used for agricultural purposes.; setback: Animal enclosures: at least 3 m (10 ft) from property line, 6.1 m (20 ft) from school, church, or residential building not on same lot; pigeon enclosures: at least 6.1 m (20 ft) from property line.. Source: Animal Care and Control By-law 0098-2004, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001642", "name": "Mississippi Mills", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/mississippi-mills/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mississippi-mills/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/mississippi-mills/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 14-21 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "14-21", "adopted_date": "2014-05-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mississippi-mills/backyard-hens/bylaw-14-21/", "answer": "In the Town of Mississippi Mills, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Livestock (cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, horses, etc.) prohibited except on rural or agricultural premises zoned permitting such use.; permit or licence: Annual dog licence required; fee as set forth in the approved Fee Schedule.. Source: Animal Control By-law 14-21 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001643", "name": "Mono", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/mono/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mono/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/mono/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Chicken Bylaw (Bylaw 2026-1)", "document_number": "2026-1", "adopted_date": "2026-01-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mono/backyard-hens/bylaw-2026-1/", "answer": "In the Town of Mono, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: four (4); roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Licence required; fee per annual Fees and Charges By-law; Annual Licence Cap of 25. Source: Backyard Chicken Bylaw (Bylaw 2026-1), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001644", "name": "Montague", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/montague/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/montague/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/montague/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 4214-2026", "document_number": "4214-2026", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/montague/backyard-hens/bylaw-4214-2026/", "answer": "In the Township of Montague, Ontario, hens permitted: False; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Ungulates (horses, cattle, swine, sheep, goats, any hoofed animal) prohibited; exempted on Agriculture-zoned land per s. 18.3.. Source: Animal Control By-law 4214-2026, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001649", "name": "Mulmur", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/mulmur/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mulmur/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/mulmur/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Chickens By-law No. 19-18", "document_number": "19-18", "adopted_date": "2018-06-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mulmur/backyard-hens/bylaw-19-18/", "answer": "In the Township of Mulmur, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: four (4); roosters prohibited: True. Source: Backyard Chickens By-law No. 19-18, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001655", "name": "Newmarket", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/newmarket/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/newmarket/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/newmarket/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 2020-30 (Urban Hens)", "document_number": "2020-30", "adopted_date": "2020-06-29", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/newmarket/backyard-hens/bylaw-2020-30/", "answer": "In the Town of Newmarket, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: three (3); roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Only animals raised in an agricultural setting to produce farming labour or agricultural commodities are permitted. Source: Animal Control By-law 2020-30 (Urban Hens), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001656", "name": "Niagara Falls", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/niagara-falls/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/niagara-falls/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/niagara-falls/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law 2019-35", "document_number": "2019-35", "adopted_date": "2019-03-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/niagara-falls/backyard-hens/bylaw-2019-35/", "answer": "In the City of Niagara Falls, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 10; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock on any premises unless zoned to permit it by Zoning By-law No. 79-200.. Source: Animal Control By-law 2019-35, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001660", "name": "Norfolk", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/norfolk/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/norfolk/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/norfolk/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Care and Control By-Law 2014-46 (as amended, incl. 2019-67)", "document_number": "2014-46", "adopted_date": "2014-04-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/norfolk/backyard-hens/bylaw-2014-46/", "answer": "In the City of Norfolk, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: four (4); roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Livestock may only be kept in areas of the County zoned for that purpose by the applicable Zoning By-Law.. Source: Animal Care and Control By-Law 2014-46 (as amended, incl. 2019-67), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001663", "name": "North Dumfries", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/north-dumfries/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-dumfries/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/north-dumfries/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Chickens By-law 3646-26", "document_number": "3646-26", "adopted_date": "2026-06-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-dumfries/backyard-hens/bylaw-3646-26/", "answer": "In the Township of North Dumfries, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: No more than 4 Hens on a property less than 0.8 ha (2 acres) and no more than 10 Hens on properties equal to or larger than 0.8 ha (2 acres); roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Livestock prohibited in accessory buildings under Zoning By-law 689-83; hens permitted in residential zones via this By-law.. Source: Backyard Chickens By-law 3646-26, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001667", "name": "North Grenville", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/north-grenville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-grenville/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/north-grenville/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Laying Hen By-Law (By-law No. 96-2025)", "document_number": "96-2025", "adopted_date": "2025-12-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-grenville/backyard-hens/bylaw-96-2025/", "answer": "In the Municipality of North Grenville, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Livestock permitted only on land zoned for that purpose or lawfully used for that purpose.; hens permitted: True; max hens: seven (7). Source: Animal Care and Control By-Law (By-Law 97-24); Backyard Laying Hen By-Law (By-law No. 96-2025), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001672", "name": "North Stormont", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/north-stormont/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-stormont/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/north-stormont/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 08-2014 (2021 Consolidation), Section 3.4 Backyard Chickens", "document_number": "08-2014", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-stormont/backyard-hens/bylaw-08-2014/", "answer": "In the Township of North Stormont, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 10; roosters prohibited: True; setback: 3 m from side and rear lot lines and abutting dwellings; 7.5 m from place of worship or school. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 08-2014 (2021 Consolidation), Section 3.4 Backyard Chickens, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001676", "name": "Norwich", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/norwich/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/norwich/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/norwich/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law No. 39-2013, To Prohibit, Regulate and Restrict the Keeping of Animals", "document_number": "39-2013", "adopted_date": "2013-10-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/norwich/backyard-hens/bylaw-39-2013/", "answer": "In the Township of Norwich, Ontario, livestock rule: Livestock in Schedule B are restricted; prohibited in settlement areas and registered subdivisions unless zoned Agricultural or Existing Residential.. Source: By-law No. 39-2013, To Prohibit, Regulate and Restrict the Keeping of Animals, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001678", "name": "Oakville", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/oakville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/oakville/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/oakville/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-30", "document": "Animal Control By-law No. 2018-006 (consolidated)", "document_number": "2018-006", "adopted_date": "2018-04-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/oakville/backyard-hens/bylaw-2018-006/", "answer": "In the Town of Oakville, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Prohibited anywhere in the Town, except for agricultural use within an agricultural zone.. Source: Animal Control By-law No. 2018-006 (consolidated), verified 2026-08-30." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001680", "name": "Oliver Paipoonge", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/oliver-paipoonge/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/oliver-paipoonge/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/oliver-paipoonge/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law 01-2019 (Revised January 2025) - Section 3.18 Prohibited Uses", "document_number": "01-2019", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/oliver-paipoonge/backyard-hens/bylaw-01-2019/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Oliver Paipoonge, Ontario, hens permitted: False; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Keeping or raising livestock, exotic birds, reptiles, or wild animals prohibited on any residential lot or in any residential zone building.. Source: Zoning By-law 01-2019 (Revised January 2025) - Section 3.18 Prohibited Uses, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001682", "name": "Orangeville", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/orangeville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/orangeville/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/orangeville/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-30", "document": "Animal Control By-law No. 2024-026 (Office Consolidation, amended to August 11, 2025)", "document_number": "2024-026", "adopted_date": "2024-04-29", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/orangeville/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-026/", "answer": "In the Town of Orangeville, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: three (3); roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: No person shall keep or cause to be kept an animal identified as prohibited in Schedule A to this By-law.. Source: Animal Control By-law No. 2024-026 (Office Consolidation, amended to August 11, 2025), verified 2026-08-30." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001683", "name": "Orillia", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/orillia/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/orillia/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/orillia/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Municipal Code Chapter 287 - Hen Coop Licensing", "document_number": "287", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/orillia/backyard-hens/chapter-287/", "answer": "In the City of Orillia, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 4; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Licence required; fee of $100. Source: Municipal Code Chapter 287 - Hen Coop Licensing, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001685", "name": "Oshawa", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/oshawa/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/oshawa/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/oshawa/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Animal Care and Control By-law 14-2010", "document_number": "14-2010", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/oshawa/backyard-hens/bylaw-14-2010/", "answer": "In the City of Oshawa, Ontario, hens permitted: False; roosters prohibited: True; bees permitted: True; livestock rule: Horses, cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, and most hoofed mammals prohibited under Schedule 'A'.. Source: Animal Care and Control By-law 14-2010, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001688", "name": "Owen Sound", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/owen-sound/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/owen-sound/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/owen-sound/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Keeping of Certain Kinds of Animals By-law 1997-089", "document_number": "1997-089", "adopted_date": "1997-06-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/owen-sound/backyard-hens/bylaw-1997-089/", "answer": "In the City of Owen Sound, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Domesticated horse, ass, cattle, goat, deer, swine, sheep, or fowl permitted only in General Rural Area per Zoning By-law.; setback: 7.5 metres of any adjacent dwelling. Source: Keeping of Certain Kinds of Animals By-law 1997-089, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001691", "name": "Parry Sound", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/parry-sound/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/parry-sound/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/parry-sound/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Backyard Hens By-law 2021-7164", "document_number": "2021-7164", "adopted_date": "2021-09-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/parry-sound/backyard-hens/bylaw-2021-7164/", "answer": "The Town of Parry Sound, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Backyard Hens By-law 2021-7164, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001693", "name": "Pelham", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/pelham/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/pelham/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/pelham/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Backyard Hens By-law 44-2023", "document_number": "44-2023", "adopted_date": "2023-07-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/pelham/backyard-hens/bylaw-44-2023/", "answer": "In the Town of Pelham, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6); roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Licence required; new licence fee per Fees and Charges By-law; renewal requires no fee. Source: Backyard Hens By-law 44-2023, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001696", "name": "Perry", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/perry/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/perry/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/perry/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Poultry By-law (Backyard Hens) 2023-51", "document_number": "2023-51", "adopted_date": "2023-10-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/perry/backyard-hens/bylaw-2023-51/", "answer": "In the Township of Perry, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 7; roosters prohibited: True; setback: 1 m from side or rear lot line; 3 m from windows/doors of abutting dwellings; 15 m from any school; 7.5 m from any church or business. Source: Poultry By-law (Backyard Hens) 2023-51, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001699", "name": "Perth East", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/perth-east/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/perth-east/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/perth-east/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 24-2025 - Backyard Chicken Licensing (two-year pilot program)", "document_number": "24-2025", "adopted_date": "2025-05-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/perth-east/backyard-hens/bylaw-24-2025/", "answer": "In the Township of Perth East, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: maximum of four (4) backyard chickens/hens; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: licence required; one-time administrative fee of $75.00. Source: By-law 24-2025 - Backyard Chicken Licensing (two-year pilot program), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001701", "name": "Petawawa", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/petawawa/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/petawawa/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/petawawa/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 1806/26 - Backyard Chickens By-law", "document_number": "1806/26", "adopted_date": "2026-02-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/petawawa/backyard-hens/bylaw-1806-26/", "answer": "In the Town of Petawawa, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6 on lots less than one acre; 12 on lots one acre or larger; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Licence required; fee $50. Source: By-law 1806/26 - Backyard Chickens By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001702", "name": "Peterborough", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/peterborough/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/peterborough/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/peterborough/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 21-112 - Animal By-law (Schedule A: Prohibited Animals)", "document_number": "21-112", "adopted_date": "2021-12-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/peterborough/backyard-hens/bylaw-21-112/", "answer": "In the City of Peterborough, Ontario, hens permitted: False; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Galliformes (chickens), Anseriformes (ducks/geese), Artiodactyla (deer, elk), Perissodactyla (zebra, tapir) prohibited citywide; pot-bellied pigs excepted.. Source: By-law 21-112 - Animal By-law (Schedule A: Prohibited Animals), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001709", "name": "Point Edward", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/point-edward/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/point-edward/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/point-edward/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Village of Point Edward Comprehensive Zoning By-law 25 of 2012 (as amended)", "document_number": "25", "adopted_date": "2012-09-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/point-edward/backyard-hens/bylaw-25/", "answer": "In the Village of Point Edward, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Keeping of Livestock prohibited in all zones; livestock includes cattle, horses, swine, sheep, laying hens, chickens, turkeys, ducks, goats, rabbits.. Source: Village of Point Edward Comprehensive Zoning By-law 25 of 2012 (as amended), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001712", "name": "Powassan", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/powassan/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/powassan/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/powassan/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2023-13 - Backyard Chickens", "document_number": "2023-13", "adopted_date": "2023-05-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/powassan/backyard-hens/bylaw-2023-13/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Powassan, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: five (5) chickens; roosters prohibited: True; setback: 5 metres from the rear lot line; 5 metres from any side lot line. Source: By-law 2023-13 - Backyard Chickens, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001715", "name": "Prince", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/prince/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/prince/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/prince/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law 2015-19 (livestock prohibition)", "document_number": "2015-19", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/prince/backyard-hens/bylaw-2015-19/", "answer": "In the Township of Prince, Ontario, hens permitted: False; bees permitted: False; livestock rule: Livestock, poultry, and bees prohibited in Hamlet Zone; no livestock on Rural Area lots 0.8 ha or less.. Source: Zoning By-law 2015-19 (livestock prohibition), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001716", "name": "Prince Edward", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/prince-edward/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/prince-edward/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/prince-edward/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 108-2023, Backyard Hen By-law (amending By-law 234-2020)", "document_number": "108-2023", "adopted_date": "2023-06-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/prince-edward/backyard-hens/bylaw-108-2023/", "answer": "In the City of Prince Edward, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6 in settlement area; 10 on Rural Residential (RR) zoned lots; roosters prohibited: True. Source: By-law 108-2023, Backyard Hen By-law (amending By-law 234-2020), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001718", "name": "Quinte West", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/quinte-west/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/quinte-west/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/quinte-west/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 11-138, Backyard Hen Licensing and Control By-law", "document_number": "11-138", "adopted_date": "2011-09-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/quinte-west/backyard-hens/bylaw-11-138/", "answer": "In the City of Quinte West, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 4; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Hen coop licence required; fee as set out in Schedule C of the Consolidated Fees By-law. Source: By-law 11-138, Backyard Hen Licensing and Control By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001720", "name": "Ramara", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/ramara/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/ramara/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/ramara/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Bylaw 2022.54 - Temporary Use (Backyard Chickens)", "document_number": "2022.54", "adopted_date": "2022-06-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/ramara/backyard-hens/bylaw-2022-54/", "answer": "The Township of Ramara, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Bylaw 2022.54 - Temporary Use (Backyard Chickens), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001729", "name": "Renfrew", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/renfrew/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/renfrew/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/renfrew/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Prohibited Animal Bylaw (By-law No. 26-2016)", "document_number": "26-2016", "adopted_date": "2016-04-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/renfrew/backyard-hens/bylaw-26-2016/", "answer": "In the Town of Renfrew, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Domestic fowl, horses, donkeys, mules, cattle, goats, swine, mink, fox, or sheep only on properly zoned lands.. Source: Prohibited Animal Bylaw (By-law No. 26-2016), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001731", "name": "Richmond Hill", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/richmond-hill/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/richmond-hill/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/richmond-hill/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Responsible Pet Ownership and Animal Regulation By-law No. 22-25", "document_number": "22-25", "adopted_date": "2025-03-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/richmond-hill/backyard-hens/regulations-22-25/", "answer": "The City of Richmond Hill, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Responsible Pet Ownership and Animal Regulation By-law No. 22-25, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001732", "name": "Rideau Lakes", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/rideau-lakes/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/rideau-lakes/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/rideau-lakes/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-Law 2019-60 - Regulate Backyard Chickens in Residential Areas", "document_number": "2019-60", "adopted_date": "2019-11-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/rideau-lakes/backyard-hens/bylaw-2019-60/", "answer": "The Township of Rideau Lakes, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-Law 2019-60 - Regulate Backyard Chickens in Residential Areas, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001733", "name": "Russell", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/russell/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/russell/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/russell/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Urban Hens By-Law (By-law 2023-094)", "document_number": "2023-094", "adopted_date": "2023-09-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/russell/backyard-hens/bylaw-2023-094/", "answer": "In the Township of Russell, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 3 (lots 500–2,999 sq. m); 5 (lots ≥3,000 sq. m); roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: License required; fee as set out in the fees and charges bylaw. Source: Urban Hens By-Law (By-law 2023-094), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001736", "name": "Sarnia", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/sarnia/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/sarnia/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/sarnia/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Animal Control By-law 234 of 1992 ('A By-Law Respecting Dogs, Rabbits, Pigeons and Domestic Fowl', consolidated, amended by By-laws 178 of 2019 and 84 of 2024)", "document_number": "234", "adopted_date": "1992-12-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/sarnia/backyard-hens/bylaw-234/", "answer": "In the City of Sarnia, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6 standard size chickens; 12 bantam/miniature chickens; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Domestic fowl (roosters, capons, turkeys, ducks, geese, guinea fowl) restricted to agriculturally zoned lands only. Source: Animal Control By-law 234 of 1992 ('A By-Law Respecting Dogs, Rabbits, Pigeons and Domestic Fowl', consolidated, amended by By-laws 178 of 2019 and 84 of 2024), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001737", "name": "Saugeen Shores", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/saugeen-shores/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/saugeen-shores/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/saugeen-shores/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-30", "document": "Chicken By-law 42-2017 (consolidated with By-law 41-2019)", "document_number": "42-2017", "adopted_date": "2017-05-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/saugeen-shores/backyard-hens/bylaw-42-2017/", "answer": "In the Town of Saugeen Shores, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 5; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Registration required; fee incorporated in Town's Fees & Charges By-law. Source: Chicken By-law 42-2017 (consolidated with By-law 41-2019), verified 2026-08-30." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001740", "name": "Scugog", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/scugog/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/scugog/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/scugog/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Prohibited Animals By-law 13-15", "document_number": "13-15", "adopted_date": "2015-03-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/scugog/backyard-hens/bylaw-13-15/", "answer": "In the Township of Scugog, Ontario, hens permitted: False; bees permitted: False; livestock rule: Livestock prohibited except in a Rural Area Zone.; permit or licence: Prohibited Animal License required; fee per Fees and Charges By-law. Source: Prohibited Animals By-law 13-15, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001742", "name": "Selwyn", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/selwyn/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/selwyn/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/selwyn/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Animal By-law (Consolidated 2019-104 & 2024-080)", "document_number": "2019-104", "adopted_date": "2019-12-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/selwyn/backyard-hens/bylaw-2019-104/", "answer": "In the Township of Selwyn, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Animals incidental to farm/agricultural use only permitted in agricultural zones.. Source: Animal By-law (Consolidated 2019-104 & 2024-080), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001743", "name": "Severn", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/severn/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/severn/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/severn/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2023-33 (as amended by 2023-77), Care, Restriction, Regulation and Prohibition of Various Animals", "document_number": "2023-33", "adopted_date": "2023-12-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/severn/backyard-hens/bylaw-2023-33/", "answer": "In the Township of Severn, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: twelve (12) chickens per property; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Domestic farm animals and domestic fowl permitted only in Rural (RU), Agricultural (AG), and Greenlands (GL) zones.. Source: By-law 2023-33 (as amended by 2023-77), Care, Restriction, Regulation and Prohibition of Various Animals, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001744", "name": "Shelburne", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/shelburne/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/shelburne/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/shelburne/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 15-2018, Animal Care and Control By-law (as amended)", "document_number": "15-2018", "adopted_date": "2018-03-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/shelburne/backyard-hens/bylaw-15-2018/", "answer": "In the Town of Shelburne, Ontario, hens permitted: False; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Artiodactyla (cattle, goats, sheep, pigs) and Perissodactyla (horses, donkeys, mules) prohibited throughout municipality.; permit or licence: Dog licence required; fee $25.00 (altered) or $35.00 (unaltered). Source: By-law 15-2018, Animal Care and Control By-law (as amended), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001745", "name": "Shuniah", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/shuniah/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/shuniah/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/shuniah/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Backyard Chickens By-law 2974-17", "document_number": "2974-17", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/shuniah/backyard-hens/bylaw-2974-17/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Shuniah, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: five; roosters prohibited: True; setback: 10 metres from any neighbouring residential dwelling; 3 metres from property line; 3 metres from any window or door of residential building. Source: Backyard Chickens By-law 2974-17, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001747", "name": "Sioux Lookout", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/sioux-lookout/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/sioux-lookout/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/sioux-lookout/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 09-23, Regulate the Keeping of Animals Within the Municipality", "document_number": "09-23", "adopted_date": "2023-05-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/sioux-lookout/backyard-hens/bylaw-09-23/", "answer": "The Municipality of Sioux Lookout, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 09-23, Regulate the Keeping of Animals Within the Municipality, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001749", "name": "Smiths Falls", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/smiths-falls/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/smiths-falls/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/smiths-falls/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Backyard Hens By-law (By-law No. 10616-2025)", "document_number": "10616-2025", "adopted_date": "2025-05-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/smiths-falls/backyard-hens/bylaw-10616-2025/", "answer": "In the Town of Smiths Falls, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6); roosters prohibited: True; setback: 1.2 metres (4 feet) from rear and side lot lines; 3 metres (10 feet) from abutting dwelling windows/doors; no front yard. Source: Backyard Hens By-law (By-law No. 10616-2025), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001750", "name": "Smooth Rock Falls", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/smooth-rock-falls/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/smooth-rock-falls/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/smooth-rock-falls/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-Law No. 2024-24; Backyard Chicken Pilot Project", "document_number": "2024-24", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/smooth-rock-falls/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-24/", "answer": "The Town of Smooth Rock Falls, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-Law No. 2024-24; Backyard Chicken Pilot Project, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001754", "name": "South Dundas", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/south-dundas/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-dundas/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/south-dundas/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Township of South Dundas Zoning By-law No. 2010-48 (office consolidation, November 2022)", "document_number": "2010-48", "adopted_date": "2010-07-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-dundas/backyard-hens/bylaw-2010-48/", "answer": "In the Municipality of South Dundas, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Livestock keeping permitted only in Rural (RU) and Agricultural (AG) zones; poultry and birds are classified as livestock.. Source: Township of South Dundas Zoning By-law No. 2010-48 (office consolidation, November 2022), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001755", "name": "South Frontenac", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/south-frontenac/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-frontenac/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/south-frontenac/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2003-75 – Hobby Farm hen allowance (Sec. 5.41)", "document_number": "2003-75", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-frontenac/backyard-hens/bylaw-2003-75/", "answer": "In the Township of South Frontenac, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: ten (10); bees permitted: True; livestock rule: Livestock not permitted on lots under 1.2 ha; 1–5 animal units allowed on hobby farms 1.2–9.9 ha per lot-size table.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2003-75 – Hobby Farm hen allowance (Sec. 5.41), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001756", "name": "South Glengarry", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/south-glengarry/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-glengarry/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/south-glengarry/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law – Prohibited Uses (3.32)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-glengarry/backyard-hens/comprehensive-zoning-by-law-prohibited-uses/", "answer": "In the Township of South Glengarry, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Livestock keeping permitted only in Rural (RU) Zone or Agricultural (AG) Zone, subject to Minimum Distance Separation Requirements.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law – Prohibited Uses (3.32), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001757", "name": "South Huron", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/south-huron/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-huron/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/south-huron/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 29-2014 – Domestic Birds, Animals and Exotic Animals (Consolidated)", "document_number": "29-2014", "adopted_date": "2014-05-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-huron/backyard-hens/bylaw-29-2014/", "answer": "In the Municipality of South Huron, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: twenty (20) in total of domestic fowl or rabbits; setback: at least 3m from the lot line and at least 15m from any lot line that abuts a school or church property. Source: By-law 29-2014 – Domestic Birds, Animals and Exotic Animals (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001758", "name": "South River", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/south-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-river/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/south-river/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 49-2022 – Regulate the Keeping of Poultry and Livestock (Amended)", "document_number": "49-2022", "adopted_date": "2022-11-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-river/backyard-hens/bylaw-49-2022/", "answer": "In the Village of South River, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6); roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock other than hens within the limits of the Village of South River.. Source: By-law 49-2022 – Regulate the Keeping of Poultry and Livestock (Amended), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001759", "name": "South Stormont", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/south-stormont/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-stormont/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/south-stormont/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2021-032 – Responsible Pet Ownership By-law", "document_number": "2021-032", "adopted_date": "2021-04-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-stormont/backyard-hens/bylaw-2021-032/", "answer": "In the Township of South Stormont, Ontario, livestock rule: Keeping livestock outside a permitted zone is an offence under the by-law.. Source: By-law 2021-032 – Responsible Pet Ownership By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001760", "name": "South-West Oxford", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/south-west-oxford/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-west-oxford/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/south-west-oxford/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 76-2017 – Animal Care and Control (Consolidated 2023)", "document_number": "76-2017", "adopted_date": "2017-12-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-west-oxford/backyard-hens/bylaw-76-2017/", "answer": "In the Township of South-West Oxford, Ontario, livestock rule: No person shall keep or raise any livestock within any Residential Zone.. Source: By-law 76-2017 – Animal Care and Control (Consolidated 2023), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001761", "name": "Southgate", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/southgate/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/southgate/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/southgate/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law 19-2002 – Livestock on Residential Lots (Sec. 5.22)", "document_number": "19-2002", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/southgate/backyard-hens/bylaw-19-2002/", "answer": "In the Township of Southgate, Ontario, hens permitted: False; roosters prohibited: False; livestock rule: Horses, domestic fowl, cattle, bison, goats, swine, mink, sheep, mules prohibited unless property is appropriately zoned.; hens permitted: True. Source: By-law 2026-066 – Exotic Animal By-law; Zoning By-law 19-2002 – Livestock on Residential Lots (Sec. 5.22), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001763", "name": "Southwold", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/southwold/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/southwold/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/southwold/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Backyard Hen Licence By-Law 2024-59", "document_number": "2024-59", "adopted_date": "2024-10-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/southwold/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-59/", "answer": "In the Township of Southwold, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Licence required; fee per User Fees By-law (By-law No. 2024-53); township cap of 20 licences/year. Source: Backyard Hen Licence By-Law 2024-59, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001765", "name": "Springwater", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/springwater/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/springwater/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/springwater/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Backyard Chickens Licensing By-law 2020-091", "document_number": "2020-091", "adopted_date": "2020-11-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/springwater/backyard-hens/bylaw-2020-091/", "answer": "In the Township of Springwater, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 4; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Licence required; initial application $25.00/year, renewal $10.00/year. Source: Backyard Chickens Licensing By-law 2020-091, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001770", "name": "St. Thomas", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/st-thomas/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/st-thomas/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/st-thomas/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Animal Control By-law 71-2011 (as amended to By-law 115-2021)", "document_number": "71-2011", "adopted_date": "2011-05-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/st-thomas/backyard-hens/bylaw-71-2011/", "answer": "In the City of St. Thomas, Ontario, hens permitted: False; roosters prohibited: True; bees permitted: False; livestock rule: No person shall keep horse, bovine, donkey, mule, pig, goat, sheep, or other listed livestock in the City.. Source: Animal Control By-law 71-2011 (as amended to By-law 115-2021), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001771", "name": "St.-Charles", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/st-charles/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/st-charles/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/st-charles/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Backyard Hen By-Law 2026-16", "document_number": "2026-16", "adopted_date": "2026-03-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/st-charles/backyard-hens/bylaw-2026-16/", "answer": "In the Municipality of St.-Charles, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 5 within Town Limits or on Waterfront Residential; 10 outside Town Limits; 20 outside Town Limits on properties ≥5 acres; roosters prohibited: True; setback: 5m from rear or side property line, or 10m from any dwelling unit on neighbouring property, whichever is more restrictive; 5m from any well or well cap; 30m from shoreline of any body of water. Source: Backyard Hen By-Law 2026-16, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001773", "name": "Stone Mills", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/stone-mills/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/stone-mills/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/stone-mills/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2020-1021 - Backyard Hens By-law", "document_number": "2020-1021", "adopted_date": "2020-08-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/stone-mills/backyard-hens/bylaw-2020-1021/", "answer": "In the Township of Stone Mills, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6 in Hamlet; 18 in Rural Area; setback: 1.2 m from rear and interior side lot lines; 3.0 m from adjacent dwelling windows/doors. Source: By-law 2020-1021 - Backyard Hens By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001781", "name": "Tecumseh", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/tecumseh/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/tecumseh/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/tecumseh/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2025-087 - Animal Care and Control By-law, Section 17 (Keeping of Specific Animals)", "document_number": "2025-087", "adopted_date": "2025-06-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/tecumseh/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-087/", "answer": "In the Town of Tecumseh, Ontario, hens permitted: False; bees permitted: True; livestock rule: Livestock permitted only on premises designated Agricultural in a Zoning By-law; prohibited elsewhere.. Source: By-law 2025-087 - Animal Care and Control By-law, Section 17 (Keeping of Specific Animals), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001788", "name": "The Blue Mountains", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/the-blue-mountains/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/the-blue-mountains/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/the-blue-mountains/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2026-40 - Backyard Hens By-law", "document_number": "2026-40", "adopted_date": "2026-07-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/the-blue-mountains/backyard-hens/bylaw-2026-40/", "answer": "In the Town of The Blue Mountains, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 6; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Registration with Chicken Farmers of Ontario (CFO) Family Food program required; no fee stated. Source: By-law 2026-40 - Backyard Hens By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001789", "name": "The Nation", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/the-nation/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/the-nation/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/the-nation/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 61-2022 - Animal Care and Control By-law", "document_number": "61-2022", "adopted_date": "2022-05-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/the-nation/backyard-hens/bylaw-61-2022/", "answer": "The Municipality of The Nation, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 61-2022 - Animal Care and Control By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001791", "name": "Thessalon", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/thessalon/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/thessalon/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/thessalon/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2737 - Backyard Chicken By-law (Backyard Hen Permit System)", "document_number": "2737", "adopted_date": "2026-04-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/thessalon/backyard-hens/bylaw-2737/", "answer": "In the Town of Thessalon, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 4; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Initial licence fee $50.00; annual renewal fee $25.00. Source: By-law 2737 - Backyard Chicken By-law (Backyard Hen Permit System), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001795", "name": "Tillsonburg", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/tillsonburg/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/tillsonburg/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/tillsonburg/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2021-013 - Animal Care and Control (Consolidated)", "document_number": "2021-013", "adopted_date": "2021-01-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/tillsonburg/backyard-hens/bylaw-2021-013/", "answer": "In the Town of Tillsonburg, Ontario, hens permitted: False; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Cattle, horses, pigs, sheep, goats and other livestock listed as prohibited in Schedule A; banned town-wide under s. 14.; setback: 3.1 m (10 ft) from property line; 6.1 m (20 ft) from any school, church, or residential building not on same lot. Source: By-law 2021-013 - Animal Care and Control (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001796", "name": "Timmins", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/timmins/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/timmins/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/timmins/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 1994-4232 - Regulate and Prohibit Keeping of Certain Kinds of Animals (Office Consolidation to 2005)", "document_number": "1994-4232", "adopted_date": "1994-04-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/timmins/backyard-hens/bylaw-1994-4232/", "answer": "In the City of Timmins, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Livestock and horses prohibited except in rural agricultural (AT) or rural wilderness (AW) zones, confined to owner's property.; setback: No pigeon coop closer than 10 meters to a dwelling on any abutting or adjacent property.. Source: By-law 1994-4232 - Regulate and Prohibit Keeping of Certain Kinds of Animals (Office Consolidation to 2005), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001797", "name": "Tiny", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/tiny/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/tiny/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/tiny/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 05-101 - Keeping of Certain Classes of Animals (Animal Control By-law)", "document_number": "05-101", "adopted_date": "2005-11-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/tiny/backyard-hens/bylaw-05-101/", "answer": "In the Township of Tiny, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Poultry and other livestock permitted only on lands zoned Rural A or Restricted Rural A1; prohibited elsewhere.. Source: By-law 05-101 - Keeping of Certain Classes of Animals (Animal Control By-law), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001798", "name": "Toronto", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/toronto/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/toronto/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/toronto/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 349, Animals", "document_number": "349", "adopted_date": "1999-02-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/toronto/backyard-hens/chapter-349/", "answer": "In the City of Toronto, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Prohibited citywide; permitted only on lands zoned agricultural or at specific named City premises. Source: Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 349, Animals, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001799", "name": "Trent Hills", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/trent-hills/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/trent-hills/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/trent-hills/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2018-078, Amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-105 With Respect to Livestock on Smaller Rural Properties", "document_number": "2018-078", "adopted_date": "2018-09-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/trent-hills/backyard-hens/bylaw-2018-078/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Trent Hills, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: Six (6) hens; livestock rule: Livestock permitted on lots under 8 hectares in Rural, Agricultural, Rural Residential, Special Rural Residential, and Shoreline Residential zones.; permit or licence: Application for authorization required annually; no fee stated. Source: By-law 2018-078, Amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-105 With Respect to Livestock on Smaller Rural Properties; Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-105 (March 2026 Office Consolidation) - Livestock/Chickens on Small Lots, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001806", "name": "Uxbridge", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/uxbridge/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/uxbridge/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/uxbridge/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Prohibited Animal By-law (By-law No. 2013-168)", "document_number": "2013-168", "adopted_date": "2013-11-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/uxbridge/backyard-hens/bylaw-2013-168/", "answer": "In the Township of Uxbridge, Ontario, hens permitted: False; bees permitted: False; livestock rule: Livestock prohibited throughout Township except in areas zoned Rural (RU) per Township Zoning By-law.. Source: Prohibited Animal By-law (By-law No. 2013-168), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001810", "name": "Warwick", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/warwick/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/warwick/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/warwick/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Animal Control By-law (By-law No. 93 of 2023, amended by By-law 78 of 2024)", "document_number": "93", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/warwick/backyard-hens/bylaw-93/", "answer": "In the Township of Warwick, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: No person shall keep farm animals or livestock (chickens, goats) in a Residential Area unless permitted by the Zoning By-Law.. Source: Animal Control By-law (By-law No. 93 of 2023, amended by By-law 78 of 2024), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001812", "name": "Waterloo", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/waterloo/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/waterloo/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/waterloo/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw 2009-047 (Schedule C - Fowl and pigeons)", "document_number": "2009-047", "adopted_date": "2021-05-31", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/waterloo/backyard-hens/bylaw-2009-047/", "answer": "In the City of Waterloo, Ontario, hens permitted: True; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Farm animals (cattle, horses, mules, goats, swine, sheep, etc.) shall not be kept except in areas zoned agricultural.; permit or licence: Grandfathered chicken keepers must register with the City within 60 days of bylaw approval; no fee stated. Source: Animal Control Bylaw 2009-047 (Schedule C - Fowl and pigeons), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001813", "name": "Wawa", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/wawa/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/wawa/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/wawa/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law No. 891-93 to Prohibit and Regulate the Keeping of Animals within the Township of Michipicoten (now the Municipality of Wawa)", "document_number": "891-93", "adopted_date": "1993-10-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/wawa/backyard-hens/bylaw-891-93/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Wawa, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Horses, cows, goats, sheep, swine, and similar livestock prohibited except on Rural (RU) zoned land.. Source: By-law No. 891-93 to Prohibit and Regulate the Keeping of Animals within the Township of Michipicoten (now the Municipality of Wawa), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001818", "name": "West Elgin", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/west-elgin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/west-elgin/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/west-elgin/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Backyard Hens By-law 2026-01", "document_number": "2026-01", "adopted_date": "2026-01-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/west-elgin/backyard-hens/bylaw-2026-01/", "answer": "In the Municipality of West Elgin, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: six (6); roosters prohibited: True; setback: 2 m of any dwelling; 3 m of any lot line. Source: Backyard Hens By-law 2026-01, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001820", "name": "West Lincoln", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/west-lincoln/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/west-lincoln/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/west-lincoln/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2017-70", "document_number": "2017-70", "adopted_date": "2017-06-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/west-lincoln/backyard-hens/bylaw-2017-70/", "answer": "In the Township of West Lincoln, Ontario, hens permitted: True; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: Prohibited on residential lots; permitted only on premises zoned for livestock under Zoning By-law 2017-70; hens permitted: True. Source: Animal Care and Control By-law 2023-54 (amended by 2025-08); Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2017-70, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001821", "name": "West Nipissing", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/west-nipissing/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/west-nipissing/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/west-nipissing/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Backyard Chicken By-law 2024/74", "document_number": "2024/74", "adopted_date": "2024-12-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/west-nipissing/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-74/", "answer": "In the Municipality of West Nipissing, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: 10 hens for lots 4050–10,000 sq m in R1/R2/R3/SR zones; up to 50 or no limit for larger lots in RR/RU/A1/A2 zones; none permitted on lots less than 4050 sq m in any zone; roosters prohibited: True; permit or licence: Registration with the Municipality required; no fee stated. Source: Backyard Chicken By-law 2024/74, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001824", "name": "Whitby", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/whitby/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/whitby/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/whitby/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Prohibited and Regulated Animals By-law 7392-18", "document_number": "7392-18", "adopted_date": "2018-04-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/whitby/backyard-hens/bylaw-7392-18/", "answer": "In the Town of Whitby, Ontario, hens permitted: False; bees permitted: True; livestock rule: Livestock prohibited except on agricultural property in rural area of at least five (5) acres in size.. Source: Prohibited and Regulated Animals By-law 7392-18, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001825", "name": "Whitchurch-Stouffville", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/whitchurch-stouffville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/whitchurch-stouffville/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/whitchurch-stouffville/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Animal Control By-law 2025-031-RE", "document_number": "2025-031-RE", "adopted_date": "2025-04-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/whitchurch-stouffville/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-031-re/", "answer": "In the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: No owner shall keep any small or large livestock animal on any residential, commercial, industrial, or institutional zoned property.. Source: Animal Control By-law 2025-031-RE, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001828", "name": "Whitewater", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/whitewater/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/whitewater/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/whitewater/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law Number 23-05-1598 (A by-law to regulate the keeping and control of animals)", "document_number": "23-05-1598", "adopted_date": "2023-05-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/whitewater/backyard-hens/bylaw-23-05-1598/", "answer": "In the Township of Whitewater, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: four (4); roosters prohibited: True; bees permitted: False. Source: By-law Number 23-05-1598 (A by-law to regulate the keeping and control of animals), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001829", "name": "Wilmot", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/wilmot/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/wilmot/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/wilmot/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2023-19 (Exotic Animals By-law, Section 5 Backyard Hens)", "document_number": "2023-19", "adopted_date": "2023-04-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/wilmot/backyard-hens/bylaw-2023-19/", "answer": "In the Township of Wilmot, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: up to four laying hens; roosters prohibited: True; livestock rule: No person shall own, harbour, possess, keep, sell or offer for sale any livestock within settlement areas of the Township of Wilmot.. Source: By-law 2023-19 (Exotic Animals By-law, Section 5 Backyard Hens), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001830", "name": "Windsor", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/windsor/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/windsor/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/windsor/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 8156 (Prohibiting/Regulating the Keeping of Animals)", "document_number": "8156", "adopted_date": "1985-03-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/windsor/backyard-hens/bylaw-8156/", "answer": "In the City of Windsor, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Horses, donkeys, mules, cattle, goats, swine, sheep and domestic fowl are prohibited at all premises.; setback: at least forty (40) feet from any school, church, dwelling or other premises used for human habitation. Source: By-law 8156 (Prohibiting/Regulating the Keeping of Animals), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001832", "name": "Woodstock", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/woodstock/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/woodstock/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/woodstock/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Municipal Code Chapter 0232 - Livestock (Keeping of Livestock)", "document_number": "0232", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/woodstock/backyard-hens/chapter-0232/", "answer": "In the City of Woodstock, Ontario, hens permitted: True; max hens: ten (10) Avian Livestock; roosters prohibited: True; bees permitted: True. Source: Municipal Code Chapter 0232 - Livestock (Keeping of Livestock), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001833", "name": "Woolwich", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/woolwich/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/woolwich/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/woolwich/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 26-2024, Section 4 - General Regulations (Accessory Buildings)", "document_number": "26-2024", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/woolwich/backyard-hens/bylaw-26-2024/", "answer": "In the Township of Woolwich, Ontario, hens permitted: False; livestock rule: Cattle, sheep, goats, poultry not permitted in residential accessory buildings; horses for transportation regulated by s. 4.3.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 26-2024, Section 4 - General Regulations (Accessory Buildings), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001834", "name": "Zorra", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/zorra/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/zorra/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/on/zorra/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Animal Control By-law 43-15 (Office Consolidation, Section 7.3 Livestock added by By-law 62-24)", "document_number": "43-15", "adopted_date": "2024-12-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/zorra/backyard-hens/bylaw-43-15/", "answer": "In the Township of Zorra, Ontario, livestock rule: No person shall keep or raise any livestock in any zone other than an Agricultural Zone.. Source: Animal Control By-law 43-15 (Office Consolidation, Section 7.3 Livestock added by By-law 62-24), verified 2026-08-29." } ], "not_on_file": [ { "municipality_id": "gx-001391", "name": "Addington Highlands", "path": "/ca/on/addington-highlands/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001392", "name": "Adelaide Metcalfe", "path": "/ca/on/adelaide-metcalfe/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001393", "name": "Adjala-Tosorontio", "path": "/ca/on/adjala-tosorontio/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001395", "name": "Ajax", "path": "/ca/on/ajax/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001396", "name": "Alberton", "path": "/ca/on/alberton/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001398", "name": "Algonquin Highlands", "path": "/ca/on/algonquin-highlands/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001399", "name": "Alnwick/Haldimand", "path": "/ca/on/alnwick-haldimand/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001400", "name": "Amaranth", "path": "/ca/on/amaranth/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001405", "name": "Arran–Elderslie", "path": "/ca/on/arranelderslie/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001406", "name": "Ashfield–Colborne–Wawanosh", "path": "/ca/on/ashfieldcolbornewawanosh/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001407", "name": "Asphodel–Norwood", "path": "/ca/on/asphodelnorwood/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001409", "name": "Athens", "path": "/ca/on/athens/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001410", "name": "Atikokan", "path": "/ca/on/atikokan/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001412", "name": "Aurora", "path": "/ca/on/aurora/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001415", "name": "Bancroft", "path": "/ca/on/bancroft/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001417", "name": "Bayham", "path": "/ca/on/bayham/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001421", "name": "Black River-Matheson", "path": "/ca/on/black-river-matheson/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001422", "name": "Blandford-Blenheim", "path": "/ca/on/blandford-blenheim/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001423", "name": "Blind River", "path": "/ca/on/blind-river/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001424", "name": "Bluewater", "path": "/ca/on/bluewater/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001425", "name": "Bonfield", "path": "/ca/on/bonfield/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001427", "name": "Bracebridge", "path": "/ca/on/bracebridge/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001434", "name": "Brock", "path": "/ca/on/brock/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001435", "name": "Brockton", "path": "/ca/on/brockton/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001436", "name": "Brockville", "path": "/ca/on/brockville/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001437", "name": "Brooke-Alvinston", "path": "/ca/on/brooke-alvinston/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001438", "name": "Bruce County", "path": "/ca/on/bruce-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001440", "name": "Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan", "path": "/ca/on/brudenell-lyndoch-and-raglan/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001442", "name": "Burlington", "path": "/ca/on/burlington/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001443", "name": "Burpee and Mills", "path": "/ca/on/burpee-and-mills/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001446", "name": "Calvin", "path": "/ca/on/calvin/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001447", "name": "Cambridge", "path": "/ca/on/cambridge/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001449", "name": "Carling", "path": "/ca/on/carling/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001450", "name": "Carlow/Mayo", "path": "/ca/on/carlow-mayo/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001451", "name": "Casey", "path": "/ca/on/casey/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001452", "name": "Casselman", "path": "/ca/on/casselman/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001453", "name": "Cavan Monaghan", "path": "/ca/on/cavan-monaghan/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001454", "name": "Central Elgin", "path": "/ca/on/central-elgin/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001456", "name": "Central Huron", "path": "/ca/on/central-huron/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001458", "name": "Centre Hastings", "path": "/ca/on/centre-hastings/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001459", "name": "Centre Wellington", "path": "/ca/on/centre-wellington/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001461", "name": "Champlain", "path": "/ca/on/champlain/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001462", "name": "Chapleau", "path": "/ca/on/chapleau/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001463", "name": "Chapple", "path": "/ca/on/chapple/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001464", "name": "Charlton and Dack", "path": "/ca/on/charlton-and-dack/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001466", "name": "Chatsworth", "path": "/ca/on/chatsworth/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001467", "name": "Chisholm", "path": "/ca/on/chisholm/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001468", "name": "Clarence-Rockland", "path": "/ca/on/clarence-rockland/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001469", "name": "Clarington", "path": "/ca/on/clarington/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001470", "name": "Clearview", "path": "/ca/on/clearview/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001472", "name": "Cobourg", "path": "/ca/on/cobourg/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001473", "name": "Cochrane", "path": "/ca/on/cochrane/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001474", "name": "Cockburn Island", "path": "/ca/on/cockburn-island/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001476", "name": "Collingwood", "path": "/ca/on/collingwood/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001477", "name": "Conmee", "path": "/ca/on/conmee/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001478", "name": "Cornwall", "path": "/ca/on/cornwall/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001480", "name": "Dawn-Euphemia", "path": "/ca/on/dawn-euphemia/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001481", "name": "Dawson", "path": "/ca/on/dawson/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001483", "name": "Deseronto", "path": "/ca/on/deseronto/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001484", "name": "District Municipality of Muskoka", "path": "/ca/on/district-municipality-of-muskoka/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001485", "name": "Dorion", "path": "/ca/on/dorion/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001490", "name": "Dufferin County", "path": "/ca/on/dufferin-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001491", "name": "Dutton/Dunwich", "path": "/ca/on/dutton-dunwich/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001493", "name": "Ear Falls", "path": "/ca/on/ear-falls/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001494", "name": "East Ferris", "path": "/ca/on/east-ferris/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001495", "name": "East Garafraxa", "path": "/ca/on/east-garafraxa/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001497", "name": "East Hawkesbury", "path": "/ca/on/east-hawkesbury/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001500", "name": "Elgin County", "path": "/ca/on/elgin-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001501", "name": "Elizabethtown-Kitley", "path": "/ca/on/elizabethtown-kitley/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001502", "name": "Elliot Lake", "path": "/ca/on/elliot-lake/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001503", "name": "Emo", "path": "/ca/on/emo/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001505", "name": "Enniskillen", "path": "/ca/on/enniskillen/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001508", "name": "Essa", "path": "/ca/on/essa/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001509", "name": "Essex", "path": "/ca/on/essex/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001510", "name": "Essex County", "path": "/ca/on/essex-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001511", "name": "Evanturel", "path": "/ca/on/evanturel/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001514", "name": "Fort Erie", "path": "/ca/on/fort-erie/", 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