Open burning & fires — Thorsby, Alberta

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

In the Town of Thorsby, Alberta, open burning & fires rules are set by Burning and Fireworks Bylaw #2024-10, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: $100.00 to $10,000.00. A permit is required. Permit issuer: Thorsby Chief Administration Officer.

Burning and Fireworks Bylaw #2024-10 adopted bylaw
permit required yes Part III 1(2)
permit issuer Thorsby Chief Administration Officer Part III 1(2)
allowed conditions Fires allowed in fireplaces, fire pits, or portable receptacles complying with safety standards, supervision, prohibited material restrictions, and not during fire bans. Part III 1(3), 4(1), 5(1), 8(1)
fine range $100.00 to $10,000.00 Appendix "A"
scout note

Governs open burning and the discharge of fireworks within the Town of Thorsby. Sets conditions for permitted fires, prohibited materials, and fireworks discharge rules.

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