Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the Specialized Municipality of Strathcona County, Alberta, permit required: True; permit issuer: Chief Commissioner; allowed conditions: Recreational fires, fires in County-owned park receptacles, and smudge fires are permitted without a fire permit.; fines: $100–$2,000 (first offence $100–$500; second $200–$1,000; third+ $500–$2,000); maximum $10,000 on summary conviction. Source: Bylaw 4-2021 Outdoor Fire, verified 2026-06-08.
Bylaw 4-2021 Outdoor Fire
adopted bylaw
permit required
True
"must not build, ignite, or allow an outdoor fire unless that person"
permit issuer
Chief Commissioner
"The Chief Commissioner is authorized to issue fire permits under this bylaw"
allowed conditions
Recreational fires, fires in County-owned park receptacles, and smudge fires are permitted without a fire permit.
"fires are permitted without a valid and subsisting fire permit"
fine range
$100–$2,000 (first offence $100–$500; second $200–$1,000; third+ $500–$2,000); maximum $10,000 on summary conviction
Schedule "A"
scout note
Regulates outdoor fires, burning permits, and open burning activities in Strathcona County.
Bylaw 5-2021 Fire Services
adopted bylaw
Governs fire services, fire safety requirements, and related regulations in Strathcona County.