What is the difference between a by-law and a policy?

A bylaw is a law made in accordance with the powers conferred to the Council of Five Rivers under the Local Governance Act of New Brunswick. A municipal bylaw is no different than any other law of the land. It can be enforced with penalties and challenged in court, and it must comply with higher levels of law (from the provincial or federal government). Municipal bylaws are enforced by municipally appointed by-law enforcement officers and are enforceable through the public justice system. In many cases, offenders can be charged with a criminal offence for the breach of a bylaw. A policy is a written statement approved by Council. In most cases, a policy (a) articulates a purpose, (b) defines key objectives and/or values, (c) prescribes the actions to be taken or steps to be followed in different situations, and (d) defines any related roles, responsibilities, and authority. Many municipalities use policies to address areas such as procurement, grants, development incentives, and asset management.