Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the Summer Village of Val Quentin, Alberta, open burning & fires rules are set by Bylaw 238-11 Fire Pit Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: $500.00. Allowed conditions: Cooking using Portable Barbecuing Appliance; recreational burning in Acceptable Fire Pits with clean fuel, no Prohibited Debris, control means, adult present.
| allowed conditions | Cooking using Portable Barbecuing Appliance; recreational burning in Acceptable Fire Pits with clean fuel, no Prohibited Debris, control means, adult present. | PART 2 OPEN AIR FIRES PROHIBITED 1) |
| fine range | $500.00 | PART 4 OFFENSES AND PENALTIES 1) |
Regulates the use of fire pits and open burning within the Summer Village of Val Quentin.