Open burning & fires — Port Hardy, British Columbia
Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the District Municipality of Port Hardy, British Columbia, open burning & fires rules are set by Regulations for the Control of Burning and Smoke Bylaw No. 15-2012 (consolidated March 27, 2019), verified 2026-10-26. Fines: minimum fine of Five Hundred Dollars ($500). A permit is required. Permit issuer: District of Port Hardy.
Regulations for the Control of Burning and Smoke Bylaw No. 15-2012 (consolidated March 27, 2019)
adopted bylaw
permit required
yes
s. 3.1
permit issuer
District of Port Hardy
s. 3.1
allowed conditions
Recreational and beach fires are exempt from permit; other burning allowed with permit if debris originates on parcel, no prohibited materials, alternatives pursued, and provincial acts followed.
s. 3.3; s. 3.2(a)-(d)
fine range
minimum fine of Five Hundred Dollars ($500)
s. 14.3
scout note
Permit from the District required for open burning (s.3.1); none for recreational or beach fires (s.3.3). Category A and B open fires only Oct 1-Apr 30 and not during Coastal Fire Centre bans; Category B only on mapped zones (Sched B1-B4). Prohibited materials in Sched A; Category A daylight hours.
Frequently Requested Bylaws (Port Hardy) - burning and smoke control bylaw link
Index listing Burning and Smoke Control Bylaw 15-2012 consolidated.