The City of Toronto is reviewing the business licensing and zoning rules for pet establishments that work with and/or keep live animals on their premises (for example, businesses that offer grooming, training, daycare, or the overnight boarding of animals).  

Currently, the only pet-related businesses licensed by the City are pet shops. The City is considering extending similar rules, and implementing new ones, for other pet-related businesses, many of which may operate in Bloor West Village. This would help establish clear standards for the care of animals, reduce nuisance issues such as noise and odour, and ensure consumer protection. 

If this is of interest to you, there are upcoming opportunities to participate in an online survey and virtual consultations regarding businesses that work with and keep live animals on their premises including an online survey and two virtual consultations will be held to gather more detailed input: February 11 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.) and February 13 (5:30 – 7:30 p.m.) 

For more information, to access the online survey, and to register for the virtual consultations, please visit  Pet Establishment Licensing Review – City of Toronto.