Drones and UAV Use
UAV / Drone Use by Media (Commercial) / Private Citizen
The operation of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) AKA “Drone” within or near an emergency scene is prohibited by Transport Canada. Illegal operation could result in an investigation by Transport Canada and / or the Niagara Regional Police. For more information please visit the Transport Canada Website
No Fly Zones
It should be noted that the Niagara Region does have designated No Fly Zones and Cautionary Fly Zones. Click the link to view the interactive map.
How to Interpret the Map
The map uses colour to identify areas that require additional caution, or are prohibited from drone flights. Areas filled with red are prohibited. Areas filled with yellow require additional caution due to other air traffic. Areas filled with orange require permission from the Nav Canada, Parks Canada, National Defence, or an airport operator. Clicking on any shape will present an information window providing further details.
Contact Us
Niagara Regional Police Service
Headquarters 5700 Valley Way Niagara Falls,
ON L2E 1X8
T: 905-688-4111
1 District - St. Catharines & Thorold
T: 905-688-4111 Ext: 1024233
2 District - Niagara Falls & Niagara on the Lake
T: 905-688-4111 Ext: 1022200
3 District - Welland & Pelham
T: 905-688-4111 Ext: 1023300
5 District - Fort Erie
T: 905-871-2300
6 District - Port Colborne & Wainfleet
T: 905-735-7811
8 District - Grimsby, Lincoln & West Lincoln
T: 905-945-2211