Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
Local Government District of Pinawa has 2 adopted bylaws on file, verified against the original documents on 2026-06-09.
| permit required | True | Starting Fire in Open Air - a) |
| permit issuer | Fire Chief | Starting Fire in Open Air - a) |
| allowed conditions | With written permission; or small contained fire in a barbeque, grill or similar device used to cook food | Starting Fire in Open Air - a), c) |
| fine range | not less than $100.00 or more than $1000.00 | Part VIll: PENALTY PROVISION - (c) |
Regulates fire prevention and emergency services in Pinawa.
| allowed conditions | Allowed in approved fire pits, attended, with extinguishing resources, outside ban hours (08:00-20:00 Very High; all Extreme), and wind under 20km/h. | s. 3.2, 4.2, 7.2, 7.4, 7.5 |
| fine range | $250.00, $500.00, $1,000.00 plus all costs for fire suppression | s. 12.1 |
Regulates outdoor fire risk reduction and controlled burning.