Open burning & fires — Wilmot, Ontario

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

In the Township of Wilmot, Ontario, open burning & fires rules are set by Open Air Fire By-law No. 2021-40, verified 2026-09-25. Fines: $300.00. A permit is required. Permit issuer: Fire Chief.

Open Air Fire By-law No. 2021-40 adopted bylaw
permit required yes s. 3.1
permit issuer Fire Chief s. 2.1.10
allowed conditions No permit required for Township/Region fires, campgrounds, strike sites, traditional/cultural/ceremonial/religious purposes, barbeques, or certified heating/construction devices. s. 8.1
fine range $300.00 Schedule "A"
scout note

Township of Wilmot by-law to regulate the setting of open air fires, passed September 13, 2021 (repeals By-law 2004-42).

Machine-readable: open-burning.json · Official website: http://www.wilmot.ca/ · Last verified 2026-09-25 · Open burning & fires across Ontario · Open burning & fires in other municipalities