Caution Updated:

  • New! The Bow River is exceeding safe flow rates for boating and swimming. The Calgary Fire Department has issued a boating advisory. For your safety, stay off the river. Learn more

Information in the bylaw specified penalty reference guide is provided solely for the user’s information and should not be construed as legal or professional advice. Visit the City of Calgary bylaw page​ for official bylaw information.​​

Section​Penalty​Offence​
Section: 3Penalty: ​$250Offence: Fight in public
Section: ​4Penalty: ​$300Offence: ​Urinate or defecate in public
Section: ​5Penalty: ​$100Offence: ​Spit in public
Section: ​6(1)Penalty: ​​$250Offence: ​Loitering and obstructing
Section: ​6(2)Penalty: ​$50Offence: ​Stand or put feet on a table/bench/planter/sculpture
Section: ​7Penalty: ​$50Offence: ​Carry a visible knife in public​
Section: ​7.1Penalty: ​$500Offence: ​Harassment
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