Animal Owners must supervise their pets when outside so they do not cause a nuisance by their behaviour, including barking. This is covered under the Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw.

Filing a complaint

If you know of a noise bylaw infraction and would like to report it, please call 311 (from within Calgary) or 403-268-CITY (2489) (from outside Calgary), use the 311 app or online below.

If the noise is caused by a criminal activity, call the Calgary Police Service at 403-266-1234 or if it is related to an emergency, dial 911.

To help us respond faster, please be ready with the following information:

  • Your name and address.
  • A primary and alternate phone number.
  • The address and exact location of the property for which you wish to register a complaint.
  • A brief and concise description of the complaint.

This information will remain confidential. No anonymous complaints will be accepted - you must identify yourself with the 311 service representative.

Learn more about filing a bylaw complaint and the process

Related bylaws

The City of Calgary regulates noise through the Community Standards Bylaw under sections 26-39.

This page is an overview of these regulations. Please refer to the actual bylaws for more detailed information. Original copies of the bylaw are available at the City Clerk's office.

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