Drones, also known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles or UAVs, have recently entered the mainstream market in Canada and are now widely used both commercially and recreationally. Commercial drone use is heavily regulated and compliance is required in order to fly. Bottom line is you can only fly for "fun" (see link with the flowchart)
Basic Transport Canada UAV Flow Chart
https://www.tc.gc.ca/media/documents/ca-opssvs/flying-unmanned-aircraft-find-out-if-you-need-permission-from-transports-canada.pdf
UAV operators need to keep in mind is that the onus is on the operator to fully review and understand the regulations and ensure they are operating legally. If you merely assume what is required based on summaries and reports by traditional media you could be in for a shock and potentially facing fines as Transport Canada is stepping up enforcement
Properties where drone flight is dangerous or prohibited:
Densely populated urban areas (inside cities like Brandon)
Properties near main roads/thoroughfares, or adjacent to crowded public spaces (parks, schools, etc.).
Don't Fly Basics
Not within 9km of: forest fires, airports, heliports, aerodromes, or built-up areas.
Not within 30m of people, animals, buildings, structures, and vehicles which are not involved in the operation (for UAVS 2kg or less)
Not within 150m of people, animals, buildings, structures, and vehicles which are not involved in the operation (for UAVS 2.1kg or more)
Not over military bases, prisons, or in controlled or restricted airspace.
Not over crowds
Not over 90m high.
Not in special aviation events, air shows, or system demonstration.
Not on private property without permission.
Here is a pretty good overview explanation
http://blog.bennettjones.com/2016/06/23/five-things-to-know-before-flying-a-drone-over-real-estate-or-construction-sites/
Transport Canada Drone Info and Regulations
https://www.tc.gc.ca/media/documents/ca-opssvs/flying-unmanned-aircraft-find-out-if-you-need-permission-from-transports-canada.pdf https://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/civilaviation/opssvs/flying-drone-safely-legally.html https://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/civilaviation/opssvs/getting-permission-fly-drone.html
How does Transport Canada/Police enforce the regulations?
If TC receives a report of an incident, an inspector(s) will check if the operator followed the rules and safety guidelines. Local police may also be involved if other laws were broken, including the Criminal Code and privacy laws.
For example:
If an operator doesn’t meet a condition in one of the exemptions, they will no longer qualify to fly under the exemption and must apply for an SFOC.
If an operator flies a UAV without an SFOC and breaks the rules, Transport Canada can issue fines up to $5,000 for a person and up to $25,000 for a corporation.