Open burning & fires — Digby, Nova Scotia

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

In the Town of Digby, Nova Scotia, open burning & fires rules are set by A By-law Respecting Outdoor Fires No. 2018-04, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: fine not exceeding $500.00; $250.00 payment in lieu of prosecution.

A By-law Respecting Outdoor Fires No. 2018-04 adopted bylaw
permit required no Part 3
allowed conditions recreational cooking/wood fires in approved appliance/propane pit, located 15+ ft from buildings/property line, adult present, extinguisher available; no fire during NSDNR fire ban Part 3.3; Part 2.5
fine range fine not exceeding $500.00; $250.00 payment in lieu of prosecution Part 6.1-6.2
scout note

Regulates all outdoor fires in the Town of Digby for fire safety and smoke-nuisance control. First reading 4 Sept 2018; second reading 5 Nov 2018.

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