Open burning & fires — Claresholm, Alberta

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

In the Town of Claresholm, Alberta, open burning & fires rules are set by Fire Protection Bylaw #1782, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: not less than $300.00 and not more than $10,000.00. A permit is required. Permit issuer: Fire Chief or designate.

Fire Protection Bylaw #1782 adopted bylaw
permit required yes s. 8.8
permit issuer Fire Chief or designate s. 8.4
allowed conditions Permit required. Agricultural Transitional or Direct Control zones. Supervised by adult. Wind under 15 km/hr. Notify dispatch 1 hour prior. No burning 10pm-7am. Class A combustibles only. s. 8.3, 8.5
fine range not less than $300.00 and not more than $10,000.00 s. 14.9
scout note

Governs fire protection services and open burning regulation within the Town of Claresholm.

Machine-readable: open-burning.json · Official website: http://www.townofclaresholm.com · Last verified 2026-09-27 · Open burning & fires across Alberta · Open burning & fires in other municipalities