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

Open burning & fires — Birch Cove, Alberta: 171-25 Fire Bylaw

In the Summer Village of Birch Cove, Alberta, open burning & fires rules are set by 171-25 Fire Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: $250.00 (first offence, most violations) to $10,000.00 (summary conviction maximum); specified penalties range $250–$5,000 depending on offence and repetition. A permit is required. Permit issuer: Summer Village (CAO), in consultation with the Fire Chief.

171-25 Fire Bylaw adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	"unless the Person has obtained an Approval pursuant to this Bylaw"
permit issuer	Summer Village (CAO), in consultation with the Fire Chief	"issued by the Summer Village in consultation with the Fire Chief"
allowed conditions	Recreational fire in Acceptable Fire Pit/Fireplace or CSA-certified BBQ/portable appliance or propane/natural gas fire table on residential parcel only, supervised, flame ≤1m, no Prohibited Debris	"a Recreational Fire within an Acceptable Recreational Fire Pit or Acceptable Fireplace"
fine range	$250.00 (first offence, most violations) to $10,000.00 (summary conviction maximum); specified penalties range $250–$5,000 depending on offence and repetition	"liable on summary conviction, to a fine not exceeding ten thousand dollars"

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Regulates fire use and open burning within Birch Cove.