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

Open burning & fires — Queens, Nova Scotia: By-law No. 2 - Burning

In the Regional municipality of Queens, Nova Scotia, open burning & fires rules are set by By-law No. 2 - Burning, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: $50-$500; default imprisonment up to 30 days. A permit is required. Permit issuer: Chief Officer of the Fire Department for Liverpool (Issuing Authority).

By-law No. 2 - Burning adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 4(1)
permit issuer	Chief Officer of the Fire Department for Liverpool (Issuing Authority)	s. 8
allowed conditions	Permit required (Liverpool, Apr 1-Oct 15); fire 30 ft from residence; no burning 10:00 p.m.-9:00 a.m.; residential lots 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.; attended; no Municipal Solid Waste	s. 10(a); s. 10(i); s. 10(j)
fine range	$50-$500; default imprisonment up to 30 days	s. 12

scout note

Regulates open burning within the Region of Queens Municipality; first reading 16 Feb 1998, second reading/passed 16 Mar 1998.