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

Open burning & fires — Gibbons, Alberta: Community Standards Bylaw PI 2/18

In the Town of Gibbons, Alberta, open burning & fires rules are set by Community Standards Bylaw PI 2/18, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: First offence $250.00; second offence $500.00; third and subsequent offences $750.00; maximum $10,000.00. A permit is required. Permit issuer: Fire Chief.

Community Standards Bylaw PI 2/18 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	Part III, s. 1(a): "No person shall permit a fire within the Town unless a permit has been obtained"
permit issuer	Fire Chief	Part III, s. 1(a): "a permit has been obtained for burnable debris purposes from the Fire Chief"
allowed conditions	Cooking food with portable appliance, portable fire receptacles, burning in outdoor fireplaces attached to dwelling, Town campgrounds with approved facilities, and acceptable fire pits are exempt from permit.	Part III, s. 1(b): exemptions list (i)–(v)
fine range	First offence $250.00; second offence $500.00; third and subsequent offences $750.00; maximum $10,000.00	Appendix "B", Part V, s. 2 (i–iii); Part V, s. 2(a): "not exceeding $10,000.00"

scout note

Regulates conduct on private and public properties including outdoor fires, fire pits, unsightly premises, snow removal, and general community nuisances. Passed third reading 14 February 2018.