Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the City of Warman, Saskatchewan, open burning & fires rules are set by Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2017-16, verified 2026-09-29. Fines: first offence $50.00; second $200; third or subsequent $200–$2,000 (individual) or up to $5,000 (corporation). Permit issuer: the Department. Allowed conditions: Fire in non-combustible receptacle ≤1m, covered with screen (openings ≤13mm), fuelled by charcoal or seasoned wood only, supervised, no windy conditions.
Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2017-16
adopted bylaw
permit required
no
s. 18(1)
permit issuer
the Department
s. 18(7)
allowed conditions
Fire in non-combustible receptacle ≤1m, covered with screen (openings ≤13mm), fuelled by charcoal or seasoned wood only, supervised, no windy conditions
s. 18(1)–(5)
fine range
first offence $50.00; second $200; third or subsequent $200–$2,000 (individual) or up to $5,000 (corporation)
s. 44(2)
scout note
Adopted City of Warman Fire Prevention Bylaw 2017-16 (adopts the National Fire Code). Opened and OCR-confirmed.