Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the Town of Tisdale, Saskatchewan, permit required: False; allowed conditions: Fire contained in non-combustible receptacle (concrete/brick/sheet metal, ≤75cm firebox), covered with heavy gauge screen, located ≥2.4m from combustibles, burning only charcoal or seasoned wood, not in windy conditions, reasonably supervised.; fines: $250 first offence; $500 second offence; $750–$10,000 third/subsequent (individual); up to $25,000 (corporation). Source: Fire Services Bylaw 8/23, verified 2026-06-13.
Fire Services Bylaw 8/23
adopted bylaw
permit required
False
s. 10
allowed conditions
Fire contained in non-combustible receptacle (concrete/brick/sheet metal, ≤75cm firebox), covered with heavy gauge screen, located ≥2.4m from combustibles, burning only charcoal or seasoned wood, not in windy conditions, reasonably supervised.
s. 10, s. 11, s. 12
fine range
$250 first offence; $500 second offence; $750–$10,000 third/subsequent (individual); up to $25,000 (corporation)
s. 20(a), 20(b), 20(c)
scout note
Establishes the Tisdale Fire Department and provides for fire and rescue services. Confirmed adopted.