Open burning & fires — Sidney, British Columbia

Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?

In the Town of Sidney, British Columbia, open burning & fires rules are set by Fire Department Service Level Establishment and Fire Regulation Bylaw No. 2087, verified 2026-10-26. A permit is required. Permit issuer: Fire Chief or Fire Prevention Officer. Allowed conditions: Special permits for community event fires may be issued; Fire Department controlled fires for training and demonstrations.

Fire Department Service Level Establishment and Fire Regulation Bylaw No. 2087 adopted bylaw
permit required yes s. 39(a)
permit issuer Fire Chief or Fire Prevention Officer s. 39(a)
allowed conditions Special permits for community event fires may be issued; Fire Department controlled fires for training and demonstrations. s. 39(a)-(b)
scout note

Section 39: burning within the Town is not permitted, including residential, construction, demolition and land-clearing waste and beach fires. Fire Chief may issue special permits for community events; fire department may do training burns.

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