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Aire d'exercice canin du parc Jarry
Fenced dog run in large Jarry Park in Villeray. A well-liked spot for dog socializing, near the sports fields and IGA Stadium.
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Aire d'exercice canin du parc La Fontaine
Fenced dog run in the heart of La Fontaine Park on the Plateau. A go-to meeting point for local dog owners, steps from the park's paths and pond.
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Aire d'exercice canin du parc Maisonneuve
Dog enclosure in Maisonneuve Park, next to the Botanical Garden and Olympic Stadium. Plenty of green space for on-leash walks around the run.
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Camping du parc national d'Oka (Sépaq)
Serviced campground in Oka National Park, 45 minutes from Montreal. Designated camping loops welcome campers with dogs, near the park's dog beach zone.
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Camping du parc national de la Jacques-Cartier (Sépaq)
Camp at the bottom of a glacial valley 30 minutes from Quebec City. Designated 'dogs allowed' sites are available in some of the park's camping sectors.
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Camping Petit-Gaspé — Forillon (Parcs Canada)
Wooded campground in Forillon's South Area, close to the sea. Like the park's other campgrounds, it welcomes leashed pets.
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Suggest a placeFrequently asked questions
Are dogs allowed in Sépaq national parks?
Yes — since 2019, most Sépaq national parks allow leashed dogs (max 3 m) on designated trails and in some camping loops. Permitted zones vary by park: check each park's dog access page before heading out.
Are dogs allowed on restaurant patios in Quebec?
Since 2018, Quebec regulations allow restaurant owners to welcome dogs on their patios, at their discretion. Indoor dining rooms remain off-limits to dogs, except for service dogs.
Do I need a licence for my dog in Montreal?
Yes. In Montreal, as in most Quebec municipalities, a dog licence (tag) is mandatory, and it is required to use off-leash dog runs.
Are dogs allowed in Parks Canada parks?
In most Parks Canada national parks, dogs are allowed on-leash (max 3 m) on the majority of trails and in campgrounds. Some areas (supervised beaches, sensitive wildlife zones) are off-limits — check each park's pets page.
Where does this site's information come from?
Only from legal sources: municipal and government open data (CC BY 4.0, open government licences) and official websites of the establishments and public agencies (Sépaq, Parks Canada). Every listing cites its sources and shows its last-verified date.