{"title":"Duncan dog licences: fees and how to get one","question":"How do I get a dog licence in Duncan, and what does it cost?","slug":"dog-licence","place":{"path":"ca/bc/duncan","name":"Duncan","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"pets-and-wildlife","name":"Pets, animals and wildlife"},"owner":"shared","owner_label":"More than one level of government","owner_body":null,"short_answer":"In the City of Duncan, every dog over 4 months old needs a licence each calendar year. A spayed or neutered dog costs $35 if paid by January 31 ($45 after), and an unaltered dog $60 ($75 after). Buy it at City Hall, at Coastal Animal Control Services, or online.","aliases":["dog license duncan","dog tag duncan","renew dog licence","how much is a dog licence"],"cost":"Paid by January 31 / after January 31: spayed or neutered dog $35 / $45; unaltered adult dog $60 / $75; dog deemed aggressive or dangerous $215 / $355; aggressive dog with proof of the Canine Good Neighbour Program $90 / $95; replacement tag, a dog turning 4 months old during the year, or a dog already licensed in another municipality $6. No fee for guide animals or police service dogs.","how_long":"Licences are valid for the calendar year, January to December, and must be renewed every year.","where":[{"type":"online","label":"City of Duncan online accounts","value":"https://remote.duncan.ca/vadimopen/Home.aspx"},{"type":"in_person","label":"Duncan City Hall","value":"200 Craig Street, Duncan, BC V9L 1W3"},{"type":"in_person","label":"Coastal Animal Control Services of BC","value":"2202 Herd Road, Duncan"},{"type":"phone","label":"City Hall","value":"250-746-6126"},{"type":"phone","label":"Coastal Animal Control Services","value":"250-748-3395"}],"documents":["A signed declaration that the dog is spayed or neutered, for the lower fee"],"forms":[{"title":"Animal Control, City of Duncan","url":"https://duncan.ca/city-hall/finance/animal_control/"},{"title":"Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197 (PDF)","url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/60229"},{"title":"Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 3212 (PDF)","url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/181386"},{"title":"Bylaw Offence Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 3200 (PDF)","url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/181059"}],"related":[{"slug":"how-many-pets","title":"How many dogs or cats you can keep in Duncan","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/duncan/how-many-pets/"},{"slug":"dog-leash-rules","title":"Duncan dog leash rules and off-leash areas","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/duncan/dog-leash-rules/"},{"slug":"dangerous-dogs","title":"Duncan rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/duncan/dangerous-dogs/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/north-cowichan","name":"North Cowichan","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-cowichan/dog-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/ladysmith","name":"Ladysmith","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/ladysmith/dog-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/north-saanich","name":"North Saanich","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-saanich/dog-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/lake-cowichan","name":"Lake Cowichan","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lake-cowichan/dog-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/sidney","name":"Sidney","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/sidney/dog-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/central-saanich","name":"Central Saanich","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/central-saanich/dog-licence/"}],"topic":{"title":"Dog licence fees in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/dog-licence/"},"facts":{"required":{"label":"Licence required","value":"Yes. Every dog over 4 months old must have a valid licence for the current year and wear the licence tag on its collar. A licence cannot be issued to anyone under 18.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/60229","title":"Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197, 2019 (PDF), City of Duncan","section":"s. 7.1.1, 7.1.9, 7.2.2","quotes":["No person may keep any Dog over the age of 4 months unless the City has issued to that person a valid and subsisting licence","A licence must not be issued to, or in the name of, any person under the age of 18 years."]},{"url":"https://duncan.ca/city-hall/finance/animal_control/","title":"Animal Control, City of Duncan","section":"Dog Licensing","quotes":["It is mandatory for every dog, over 4 months old, to be licensed yearly, and to wear the tag on their collar."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"issued_by":{"label":"Issued by","value":"The City of Duncan issues the licences. Coastal Animal Control Services of BC, under contract to the City, administers and enforces the bylaw and also sells licences.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://duncan.ca/city-hall/finance/animal_control/","title":"Animal Control, City of Duncan","section":"Animal Control; Dog Licensing","quotes":["Coastal Animal Control Services of BC is contracted to the City to administer and enforce regulations of the Animal Care and Control Bylaw.","Licences can be purchased at City Hall, 200 Craig Street (T: 250-746-6126), Coastal Animal Control Services of BC Ltd., 2202 Herd Road (T: 250-748-3395), or online."]},{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/60229","title":"Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197, 2019 (PDF), City of Duncan","section":"s. 7.1.1","quotes":["No person may keep any Dog over the age of 4 months unless the City has issued to that person a valid and subsisting licence"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fee_altered":{"label":"Fee, spayed or neutered","value":"$35 if paid by January 31; $45 if paid after January 31. The owner signs a declaration that the dog is spayed or neutered.","short":"$35 by January 31 ($45 after January 31)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/181386","title":"Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 3212, 2020, consolidated to August 24, 2026 (PDF), City of Duncan","section":"Schedule C, A. Licensing of Dogs","quotes":["Neutered or spayed dog (owner to sign a declaration) $35.00 $45.00"]},{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/60229","title":"Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197, 2019 (PDF), City of Duncan","section":"s. 7.1.7","quotes":["A reduced licence fee, as prescribed by the Fees and Charges Bylaw, applies for a Dog that is neutered or spayed"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fee_unaltered":{"label":"Fee, not spayed or neutered","value":"$60 if paid by January 31; $75 if paid after January 31 (unaltered adult dog).","short":"$60 by January 31 ($75 after January 31)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/181386","title":"Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 3212, 2020, consolidated to August 24, 2026 (PDF), City of Duncan","section":"Schedule C, A. Licensing of Dogs","quotes":["Unaltered adult dog $60.00 $75.00"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"other_fees":{"label":"Other fees and discounts","value":"Dog deemed aggressive or dangerous: $215 by January 31, $355 after. Aggressive dog with proof of the Canine Good Neighbour Program: $90, or $95 after. Replacement tag, a dog turning 4 months during the year, or a dog already licensed in another municipality: $6. Guide animals and police service dogs are exempt.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/181386","title":"Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 3212, 2020, consolidated to August 24, 2026 (PDF), City of Duncan","section":"Schedule C, A. Licensing of Dogs","quotes":["Dog deemed aggressive or dangerous $215.00 $355.00","Replacement licence (tag), or a dog that attains the age of 4 months","Dog licensing fees do not apply to Guide Animals, with a valid certification under the Guide Animal Act, or Police Service Dogs."]},{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/60229","title":"Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197, 2019 (PDF), City of Duncan","section":"s. 7.1.6","quotes":["Fees paid for Dog licences are non-refundable"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"renewal":{"label":"Renewal","value":"Licences are valid for the calendar year, January to December, and must be renewed yearly. The lower fee applies if paid by January 31.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://duncan.ca/city-hall/finance/animal_control/","title":"Animal Control, City of Duncan","section":"Dog Licensing; Licensing Fees","quotes":["The licences are valid for the calendar year from January to December.","Paid by January 31st | Paid After January 31st"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"how_to_get":{"label":"How to get one","value":"Buy or renew at City Hall, 200 Craig Street (250-746-6126), at Coastal Animal Control Services, 2202 Herd Road (250-748-3395), or online through the City's account portal. A spayed or neutered rate needs a signed declaration.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://duncan.ca/city-hall/finance/animal_control/","title":"Animal Control, City of Duncan","section":"Dog Licensing","quotes":["Licences can be purchased at City Hall, 200 Craig Street (T: 250-746-6126), Coastal Animal Control Services of BC Ltd., 2202 Herd Road (T: 250-748-3395), or online.","Dog owners can now access their dog licence account online."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine_unlicensed":{"label":"Fine, unlicensed dog","value":"Bylaw notice: $100 ($85 if paid within 14 days; $115 if paid more than 28 days after receiving it). No licence tag worn: $50 ($40 early, $60 late). No municipal ticket (MTI) amount is listed for this offence.","short":"Notice $100 ($85 if paid in 14 days); no ticket","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/181059","title":"Bylaw Offence Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 3200 (PDF, consolidated June 8, 2026), City of Duncan","section":"Schedule A, Animal Care and Control Bylaw s. 7.1.1, 7.2.2","quotes":["No dog licence $100.00 $85.00 $115.00 YES","No dog licence tag $50.00 $40.00 $60.00 YES"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197, 2019 (licence rules); fees are in the Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 3212, 2020.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/60229","title":"Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197, 2019 (PDF), City of Duncan","section":"s. 1 (Title)","quotes":["This bylaw may be cited as the “Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197, 2019”."]},{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/60229","title":"Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197, 2019 (PDF), City of Duncan","section":"s. 7.1.2","quotes":["must pay the fee prescribed in the City’s Fees and Charges Bylaw"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":9,"stated":9,"matched":9,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nUnder the [Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197](https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/60229), every dog over 4 months old in the City of Duncan must have a valid licence for the current year and wear the tag on its collar. The City issues licences. Coastal Animal Control Services of BC, under contract to the City, enforces the bylaw and also sells licences. A licence cannot be issued to anyone under 18.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Buy or renew online through the City's account portal, at City Hall, or at Coastal Animal Control Services.\n2. For the lower fee, sign a declaration that the dog is spayed or neutered.\n3. Pay by January 31 to get the lower rate.\n4. Put the tag on your dog's collar.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Licence fees are in the [Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 3212](https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/181386). They are not refunded and not reduced for part of a year.\n- Guide animals and police service dogs are exempt.\n- Not having a licence is a bylaw notice of $100 ($85 if paid within 14 days, $115 after 28 days), under [Bylaw No. 3200](https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/181059). Not wearing the tag is $50 ($40 early, $60 late). No municipal ticket amount is listed for these.\n- An unlicensed dog that is impounded costs $100 for a first offence, separate from the licence fee.\n- A dog deemed aggressive or dangerous has extra rules; see the dangerous dogs answer.","sources":[{"url":"https://duncan.ca/city-hall/finance/animal_control/","title":"Animal Control, City of Duncan","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/60229","title":"Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197, 2019 (PDF), City of Duncan","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/181386","title":"Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 3212, 2020, consolidated to August 24, 2026 (PDF), City of Duncan","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://duncan.civicweb.net/document/181059","title":"Bylaw Offence Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 3200 (PDF, consolidated June 8, 2026), City of Duncan","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 9 of 9 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/duncan/dog-licence/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/duncan/dog-licence.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/duncan/dog-licence.json"}}