Open burning & fires — Lipton, Saskatchewan

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

In the Village of Lipton, Saskatchewan, open burning & fires rules are set by Fire Prevention Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: not more than $5,000.00 for an individual and not more than $10,000.00 for a corporation. A permit is required. Permit issuer: Fire Chief.

Fire Prevention Bylaw adopted bylaw
permit required yes "no person shall light, ignite or start...a fire of any kind whatsoever in the open air without first having obtained a written permit"
permit issuer Fire Chief "written permit to do so from the Fire Chief"
allowed conditions Recreational fires in approved non-combustible appliance, minimum 10 feet from property line/structures, using only charcoal or seasoned wood, under competent adult supervision. s. 6, 7, 12 (Outdoor); Schedule "A"
fine range not more than $5,000.00 for an individual and not more than $10,000.00 for a corporation s. 14(2)
scout note

Village of Lipton Fire Prevention Bylaw; fire chief authority, solid fuel burning appliance permits (OCR confirmed).

Machine-readable: open-burning.json · Official website: http://villageoflipton.com/ · Last verified 2026-09-27 · Open burning & fires across Saskatchewan · Open burning & fires in other municipalities