Current trends in Port Moody’s public spaces

Why do we need a People, Dogs, and Public Spaces Strategy? Here’s what we’re seeing in the community:

• existing off-leash areas and amenities (see map) are serving a growing number of people and dogs
• new residential developments typically offer limited opportunities for dog‑related amenities on site
• there is a need for more consistent signage in and around designated off-leash areas
• dogs are off leash in areas where they are required to be on leash, leading to conflicts or uncomfortable interactions between walkers, hikers, cyclists, children, and dogs, as well as negative impacts on wetlands, wildlife, and environmentally sensitive areas
• a considerable amount of dog waste, both bagged and unbagged, is being left behind in shared spaces
  
  

The Strategy will be a city-wide framework that balances access and amenities for dog owners/walkers with ecological protection and safe enjoyment of public spaces for all residents and visitors.