Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the City of Steinbach, Manitoba, open burning & fires rules are set by Burning By-Law No. 2205, verified 2026-08-28. Fines: Full Fine $500 ($250 Discounted); False alarm 3rd+ $1000 ($500 Discounted). Permit issuer: designated employee. Allowed conditions: Open-air fires must comply with s. 3.2 rules. Plant-based yard-waste burning permitted without permit in May and October.
Burning By-Law No. 2205
adopted bylaw
permit issuer
designated employee
s. 5.1
allowed conditions
Open-air fires must comply with s. 3.2 rules. Plant-based yard-waste burning permitted without permit in May and October.
s. 3.2, 3.4
fine range
Full Fine $500 ($250 Discounted); False alarm 3rd+ $1000 ($500 Discounted)
Schedule "A"
scout note
Governs the prevention and control of fires and regulates open burning within the City for the protection of life and property from fire.