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Canadian Resources: Province by Province
Question: What resources are available for dog bite victims in Canada?
Answer: Dog bite victims can access provincial laws that hold dog owners accountable, along with mental health resources such as the Canadian Mental Health Association in each province and territory to support their recovery and well-being.
Provincial Resources for Dog Bite Victims
Understanding the laws and resources related to dog bites and mental health across Canada is essential for ensuring safety, promoting well-being, and accessing the right support when needed. Each province and territory has its own regulations governing animal control and legal liability in dog bite cases, as well as distinct mental health services tailored to local communities. This guide provides a regional breakdown of where to find reliable information on dog bite laws and mental health resources throughout Canada, organized by Western, Central, Eastern regions, Ontario and Quebec, and the Territories.
Western Canada: British Columbia & Alberta
Dog Bite Laws
- British Columbia: Dog owners are liable for damages caused by their dogs. Local governments can pass bylaws concerning dangerous dogs.
- Alberta: Dangerous Dogs Act allows municipalities to control or destroy dogs that pose a danger.
Mental Health Resources
British Columbia
- HealthLink BC
- Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) British Columbia
- BC Virtual Mental Health Supports
Alberta
Central Canada: Saskatchewan & Manitoba
Dog Bite Laws
- Saskatchewan: The Dangerous Animals Bylaw addresses dangerous dogs and owner accountability.
- Manitoba: The Animal Liability Act details owner liability for injuries or damage caused by their animals.
Mental Health Resources
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Ontario & Quebec
Dog Bite Laws
- Ontario: The Dog Owners' Liability Act holds owners strictly liable for injuries and allows municipalities to regulate dangerous dogs.
- Quebec: The Act to Promote the Protection of Persons by Establishing a Framework with Regard to Dogs enforces strict regulations on owners of potentially dangerous dogs.
Mental Health Resources
Ontario
- CMHA Ontario
- The Government of Ontario website lists available mental health resources
Quebec
Eastern Canada: Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia
Dog Bite Laws
- Newfoundland and Labrador: The Animal Health and Protection Act holds owners liable for damages or injury as a result of the action of their animal.
- Prince Edward Island: The Dog Act governs dog owner responsibilities and penalties for bites.
- New Brunswick: Municipal bylaws are empowered under the Municipalities Act to control animal behavior.
- Nova Scotia: The Municipal Government Act permits towns to address dangerous dog issues.
Mental Health Resources
Newfoundland and Labrador
Prince Edward Island
New Brunswick
Nova Scotia
Canadian Territories: Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Dog Bite Laws
- Yukon: The Animal Protection Act and municipal bylaws regulate dangerous dogs.
- Northwest Territories: The Dog Act provides authority to deal with dangerous dogs.
- Nunavut: The Dog Act requires owners to maintain control of their animals and avoid harm to others.
Mental Health Resources
Yukon
Northwest Territories
Nunavut
