Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the Village of Keremeos, British Columbia, open burning & fires rules are set by Fire Regulation Bylaw No. 855, verified 2026-09-24. Fines: not less than Two Hundred Dollars ($200.00) nor more than the maximum penalty provided under the Offence Act. Allowed conditions: Burning permitted with good ventilation index, outside April 15–Oct 15 unless Fire Chief deems safe, using only seasoned firewood originating on-site.
Fire Regulation Bylaw No. 855
adopted bylaw
allowed conditions
Burning permitted with good ventilation index, outside April 15–Oct 15 unless Fire Chief deems safe, using only seasoned firewood originating on-site.
"No open fires will be initiated unless the local ventilation index"; "originate on a parcel of land within the Village"
fine range
not less than Two Hundred Dollars ($200.00) nor more than the maximum penalty provided under the Offence Act
"fine of not less than Two Hundred Dollars ($200.00)"
scout note
Regulates open burning and fire safety within the Village of Keremeos.