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

Open burning & fires — Kamloops, British Columbia: Fire Prevention and Public Safety Bylaw No. 10-44, 2025

In the City of Kamloops, British Columbia, open burning & fires rules are set by Fire Prevention and Public Safety Bylaw No. 10-44, 2025, verified 2026-08-28. Fines: Minimum $750.00 (Schedule "A"); maximum $50,000 (s. 11.2). A permit is required. Permit issuer: Fire Chief.

Fire Prevention and Public Safety Bylaw No. 10-44, 2025 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 8.1
permit issuer	Fire Chief	s. 8.2
allowed conditions	With Fire Chief permit if safe; or without permit for Member training, BC Wildfire controlled burns, or training centre fires approved by Fire Chief.	s. 8.1, 8.2, 8.4
fine range	Minimum $750.00 (Schedule "A"); maximum $50,000 (s. 11.2)	Schedule "A"; s. 11.2

scout note

Division 8: prohibits Open Air Fires without a permit; sets permit process for hazard abatement, fuel modification, and agricultural burning; backyard wood fires banned, propane/gas/charcoal cooking appliances allowed. Repeals prior Bylaw No. 10-37.