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Below you will find information and application forms for a variety of different licences. If you have questions regarding licencing, please call 905-318-5932 or fill out the inquiry form below. Please be aware that the processing time for Lottery licences can be up to 4 weeks from the application date. Submitting applications with shorter notice might lead to processing challenges and potential delays in your projected timelines.

  • Animal Licences
  • Business Licences
  • Lottery Licences
  • Marriage Licences
  • Inspection Contact Info

Please refer to  Schedule O – Licensing for the current fees

  • Dog Licence

    Please refer to the Animal Control page for information related to Dog Licences.

  • Kennel Licence

    Below you’ll find information on how to obtain a kennel licence, including a step-by-step checklist. If you have any questions whatsoever, contact the Licensing Officer at licences@haldimandcounty.on.ca or 905-318-5932 ext. 6361.

    Do I need a kennel licence?

    Any person who owns, operates and manages a kennel in Haldimand County is required to obtain a kennel licence as per Animal Control By-Law No. 1396/13.

    All purebred and commercial kennels in which more than two (2) dogs over sixteen (16) weeks of age are boarded, bred, kept or trained must be licensed* (*with limited exceptions, i.e. veterinary clinics, municipal animal shelter, pet shops).

    Am I permitted to operate a Kennel?

    Kennels are only permitted in Agricultural zones and SOME Industrial zones. Any person who owns, operates and manages a kennel in Haldimand County is required to obtain a kennel licence as per Animal Control By-Law No. 1396/13.

    First time applicants:

    Contact the Licensing Officer for guidance, obtain your Kennel Licence application form, then follow the steps below.

    Step 1 – Building Department Approval:

    Submit a site plan to Haldimand County Building Department to ensure the kennel meets all zoning requirements outlined in the Animal Control by-law. You may contact the Building Department at 905-318-5932 or building@haldimandcounty.on.ca.

    Ensure your drawing shows the location of the kennel in relation to the dwelling unit, neighboring dwelling, dog runs, fencing and other buildings on the premises.

    Kennels shall not be located closer than:

    • 600m from an urban zone that permits a residential use;
    • 300m from an RH or RL Zone;
    • 125m from an IC, IN, IR, or OS Zone or any residential use located on a separate lot
    • 30 metres from any lot line.

    Step 2 – By-Law Department Approval:

    Once the Building Department signs off on your site plan, you may contact the By-Law Department to schedule an on-site inspection of your kennel premises. This inspection will ensure that site plan and physical premises are in compliance with the by-law. You may contact the Building Department at 905-318-5932 or bylaw@haldimandcounty.on.ca.

    Step 3 – Niagara and District SPCA Approval:

    Once By-Law authorizes you to proceed with your application, you must arrange for the Niagara SPCA to inspect your kennel. You may contact the Niagara SPCA and request an inspection by calling 1-888-222-0568 and selecting option 3. The Niagara SPCA must sign your Kennel Licence application form indicating that you have met all requirements.

    Step 4 – Submit Application with Supporting Documents & Fee:

    Once you have obtained the approvals listed above, you may submit your Kennel Licence application along with supporting documents in person or by mail to the attention of the Licensing Officer (Haldimand County Administration Building, 53 Thorburn St. S., Cayuga ON N0A 1A0). Only complete applications will be accepted, and the application fee is due at the time of submission (payable by cheque, cash, debit or credit).

    Be sure your application package includes:

    Completed Kennel Licence Application Form (with SPCA signature)
    Building Compliance Signoff Form
    By-Law Compliance Signoff Form
    Up-to-date rabies vaccination certificates for all canines
    Kennel Licence Application Fee (see Schedule O – Licensing for current fees)

    The Licensing Officer will review your application and should it meet all requirements, issue the licence along with numbered dog tags for each canine. It can take up to two (2) weeks to process kennel licence applications.

    Annual renewals:

    Kennel licences are valid for one year and must be renewed annually – by January 1 of the licensed year. Applications received on or after January 1 will be subject to a late fee.

    Be sure your renewal application package includes:

    Completed Kennel Licence Application Form (with SPCA signature)
    Up-to-date rabies vaccination certificates for all canines
    Kennel Licence Application Fee (see Schedule O – Licensing for current fees)

    You do not need Building & By-Law approval for renewal applications UNLESS there have been substantial changes to your kennel premises/site plan. In this case, consult the Licensing Officer before proceeding with your application.

    Reference & application documents:

    Animal Control By-law 1396/13
    Dog Kennel License Application
    Kennel By-law Approval Form

Please refer to Schedule B – Licensing for the current fees.

  • General Information

    Please e-mail licences@haldimandcounty.on.ca with any questions regarding lottery licences. You may also call 905-318-5932 ext. 6361 to speak with the Licensing Officer.

    The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) authorizes Haldimand County to provide lottery and gaming licenses to eligible organizations. The Criminal Code of Canada defines what types of gaming activities are illegal in Canada, and the provinces are assigned responsibility to operate, license and regulate legal forms of gaming.

    Council has the authority to issue licences for most lottery events conducted in Haldimand County including:

    • Bazaar gaming events;
    • Bingo events with prize boards of up to $5,500;
    • Break open ticket events that are not conducted in conjunction with another licensed gaming event, and where the tickets are sold within Haldimand County;
    • Raffles with prizes of up to $50,000.

    Lottery Group Eligibility

    Determining an organization’s eligibility for lottery licensing involves several steps and licensing officials must make eligibility decisions on a case-by-case basis by considering the specific circumstances of each organization. Licensing officials must also determine the eligible use of proceeds for each organization.

    Licences are only issued for the following charitable reasons:

    • The relief of poverty;
    • The advancement of education;
    • The advancement of religion;
    • Other charitable purposes that benefit the community.

    An organization must demonstrate how it has carried out charitable activities that benefit Ontario residents in a way that is consistent with its mandate for at least one year. If applying for subsequent licences, the organization must be in compliance with previous reporting requirements.

    Filling out the Lottery Licensing Eligibility Application is the first step in being considered as a possible eligible lottery group. (Note: An individual is not eligible for a lottery licence.)

    How to Apply

    To get started, contact the Licensing Officer and obtain a Lottery Licensing Eligibility Application or fill out the online version.

    Once complete, you may submit your application with supporting documentation to:

    Licensing Officer 
    53 Thorburn Street South, Cayuga, ON  N0A 1E0
    905-318-5932
    licences@haldimandcounty.on.ca

    Fee

    • 3% of the retail value of all prizes to be given away (bazaars – 3% or $10/wheel)

    Please note that all financial lottery activity must be conducted within a lottery trust account.

  • Bazaar

    Please note: Filling out the Lottery Licensing Eligibility Application is the first step in being considered as a possible eligible lottery group. (Note: An individual is not eligible for a lottery licence.)

    A bazaar is a sale of goods held to raise money for a charity.
    • Wheels of fortune – three wheel maximum ($2 maximum for individual bets).

    Review the AGCO’s Terms & Conditions for bazaar licences.

    Bazaar Application
    Bazaar Report

  • Bingo

    Please note: Filling out the Lottery Licensing Eligibility Application is the first step in being considered as a possible eligible lottery group. (Note: An individual is not eligible for a lottery licence.)

    Bingo is a game of chance where players are awarded a prize or prizes for being the first to complete a specified arrangement of numbers on bingo paper, based on numbers selected at random.

    Review the AGCO’s Terms & Conditions for bingo licences.

    Bingo Application
    Bingo Report

  • Break Open Tickets

    Please note: Filling out the Lottery Licensing Eligibility Application is the first step in being considered as a possible eligible lottery group. (Note: An individual is not eligible for a lottery licence.)

    Break open tickets are instant win lottery tickets. They are commonly known as pull tab or Nevada tickets and by brand name “Pocket Slots”. Break open tickets are made of cardboard, have one or more perforated cover window tabs hiding winning and losing numbers or symbols, and are played by tearing off the cover tabs.

    Review the AGCO’s Terms & Conditions for break open tickets.

    Break Open Ticket Application
    Break Open Ticket Report

  • Raffle

    Please note: Filling out the Lottery Licensing Eligibility Application is the first step in being considered as a possible eligible lottery group. (Note: An individual is not eligible for a lottery licence.)

    A raffle is a lottery system where tickets are sold for a chance to win a prize in a draw. The different types of raffles are usually identified by how the winner is determined. Raffle prizes may consist of merchandise or cash, or a combination of the two. The value of the prizes to be awarded, including any taxes must be $50,000 or less in order for Haldimand County to issue a licence.

    The following are permitted raffle lottery events:

    • Stub draw
    • Elimination draw
    • Calendar draw
    • “Golf ball drop” raffle lottery
    • Rubber duck race
    • 50/50 draw
    • Blanket raffle
    • Meat spin/turkey roll
    • “Name the raffle” lottery
    • Bossy bingo/cow patty bingo

    Review the AGCO’s Terms & Conditions for raffle licences.

    Raffle Application
    Blanket Raffle Application (if more than one type of raffle event will be held)
    Raffle Information Guide
    Raffle Report

Inspection contact list

Please note that application forms must be submitted in full, with all supporting documentation required (see checklists on each specific application). Applicants must arrange inspections with all required agencies.

  1. Haldimand County Building Division Contact
    (905) 318-5932
    E-mail for all inspection requests/letters of approval: building@haldimandcounty.on.ca
  2. Haldimand County Planning Contact
    (905) 318-5932
    E-mail for all zoning-related inquiries/letters of approval: planning@haldimandcounty.on.ca
  3. Haldimand County By-law Division Contact:
    E-mail for all inspection requests/letters of approval: bylaw@haldimandcounty.on.ca
  4. Haldimand County Fire Services Contact:
    (905) 318-5932 ext. 6227
    E-mail for all inspections/letters of approval: rgeerdink@haldimandcounty.on.ca
  5. Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Contact:
    HNHU.org
    E-mail for all inspection requests: EHThotline@hnhss.ca

Licensing Inquiry

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