Here’s some background information:

– The Fire permit is a legal document that allows you to burn at a specific time and location.

 – It is required between April 1st and October 31st and must be renewed (at no cost) annually.

 – By getting a fire permit, you are taking responsibility for conducting a burn safely.

 – You must follow the rules on the burn permit and have the fire fighting equipment specified on hand (typically a shovel/rake/garden hose, etc. See the permit for specifics).

👉 For fires other than a campfire, a fire permit is required.

What qualifies as a campfire?

A campfire is a small, controlled, outdoor fire used for warmth, cooking, or casual socializing and is typically contained within a fire ring or pit.

It is not a bonfire (which is intentionally large, meant to be visible at a distance, and usually associated with public events) and it is not a controlled burn (which is done for wood debris or vegetation disposal). If your fire is bigger than a campfire, you need a permit.

Please be considerate with your burns. Here are some basic guidelines:

✅ Conduct a burn only when the winds are low and are blowing away from structures or flammable materials.

✅ Make sure smoke isn’t going to be an annoyance for your neighbours.

✅ Please follow the “Don’t Scare Your Neighbours” principle – keep the burns to a reasonable size and well controlled so we don’t get needless 911 calls.

Where to get your permit?

You can visit the Township Office (3670 5th Side Road), or get the form from the Township website at the following links:

https://jocelyn.ca/township-office/applications-licences-and-permits/

Here’s a direct link to the form: https://form.jotform.com/242065819873264