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Report a Property Standards or Zoning Complaint

For all other complaints, please refer to the list below for the appropriate reporting method.

If you're concerned about the welfare of an animal in Ontario, you can reach out to the following resource for assistance, under the PAWS Act:
Ontario Animal Protection Call Centre
Phone: 1-833-9-ANIMAL (1-833-926-4625)
This service is available for reporting situations where animals, including pets, farm animals, or wild animals in captivity, may be in distress or experiencing neglect. Examples of situations to report include:
- Animals that are injured, in pain, sick, or suffering
- Animals that are lacking proper care, water, food, or shelter
Residents with concerns or questions may contact the Environmental Services Department:
During Regular Hours, Monday to Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm
Environmental Services Office @ 519-848-3620, press 7
After Hours (Emergencies Only)
Operator On-Call @ 519-323-1710
- Waste Water Treatment Plant Complaints (PDF)
- Drinking Water System Complaint Form (PDF)
For all information regarding waste management for the Township of Wellington North, please note that the County of Wellington is responsible for all garbage pick-up, yard waste pick up, landfill sites, organics pick up, and recycling (including new or replacement bins). Please visit the County of Wellington website, or call 519-837-2601 with any questions or concerns.
Solid Waste Services Division
Solid Waste Services Division
Engineering Services Department
74 Woolwich Street
Guelph, ON N1H 3T9
Website: Garbage & Recycling in the County of Wellington
Phone: 519-837-2601
Toll-free: 1-866-899-0248
Fax: 519-837-8138
wasteinfo@wellington.ca
Wellington County Solid Waste Calendar
Municipal Feedback Policy (PDF)
The Township of Wellington North is committed to providing high-quality services to its residents and visitors. The Township believes that stakeholder feedback is essential in shaping the growth of the Township. This Feedback Policy outlines the process through which residents, businesses, and visitors can share their thoughts with us. The goal is to continually enhance the quality of life in the Township of Wellington North by listening to the feedback received. The Township is committed to handling all feedback with respect, confidentiality, and a dedication to making meaningful improvements where needed. Stakeholder input is a crucial part of ongoing efforts to make the Township of Wellington North a better place to live, work, and visit. This policy is not intended for filing legal complaints.
Feedback Form
What to do if you find a wild animal that appears sick, injured, or orphaned.
Residing in the rural setting of Wellington North can mean coexisting closely with wildlife, which is often a source of enjoyment. However, occasional concerns arise due to wildlife encounters.
What you can do if a wild animal is causing damage to personal property
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RACCOONS: If you observe a raccoon exhibiting unusual behavior, refrain from approaching it. Allow it plenty of space, and ensure children and pets are kept at a safe distance. Given time, the raccoon will likely move on by itself. Should a raccoon persistently linger on your property, contacting a pest control service is necessary for its removal. The municipality does not handle the removal of raccoons (or any wildlife) from private properties.
To safeguard your children and pets: Discourage raccoons from visiting your yard by avoiding leaving food out and securely sealing recycling and waste containers until collection day. Educate your children about the importance of not approaching wild animals. Keep your dog leashed when outdoors and check for raccoons before allowing pets outside in your yard. Ensure your pets are vaccinated against distemper, as raccoons may carry this disease.
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FOXES: Foxes typically take shelter in dense thickets or heavy brush, however, in breeding season, you may find foxes closer to human population. Between the end of March and early April, a mother fox will give birth to between 4 to 5 kits. To avoid predators, a mother fox will choose a den site close to people, away from where their predators generally go. By September, most foxes have moved back to their more remote dens.
Foxes are omnivores, consuming a large variety of small mammals, birds, eggs, insects as well as fruits, grasses, sedges and tubers. They will take advantage of garbage or carrion if available. They are unlikely to attempt to take prey over 3.5 kg and are most actively hunting in the early morning and late evening.
How to prevent/deter foxes at your property
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COYOTES: Coyotes feed mainly on small animals such as mice and rabbits. Unless they are sick or have been fed by humans, coyotes are generally shy, cautious and non-confrontational. They remain active throughout the year but are often seen during dawn or dusk, particularly between January and March. To prevent conflicts with coyotes, refrain from leaving food accessible on your property, leash your dogs, keep cats indoors, supervise children and small pets outdoors, and refrain from approaching coyotes.
How to prevent and manage encounters with coyotes
The Township of Wellington North owns and is responsible for the care of trees located on public property.
If you have a concern about a tree on public property—such as a dead tree, a fallen limb, etc.—please use the "Report an Issue with Trees" webform. Please note that fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.
Report an Issue with Trees
If you have a concern about a tree on private property, please refer to the Tree Management and Care page.