Fire permits needed for open burning

Individuals wishing to conduct open burning in Leduc County between March 1 and Oct. 31 need a fire permit.

Fire permits allow us to keep track of open burning across the county, while also providing us the opportunity to discuss fire safety and safe burning practices with our residents. Together, we can prevent brushfires and keep fires controlled.

Brad Gurmin, fire marshal

Fire permits are free and are required for each open burn, and can be obtained from a local fire guardian. 

While there is no charge for obtaining a fire permit, there are penalties for burning without one. Further, fire permit holders must abide by all fire restrictions and bans issued for Leduc County, which are posted to albertafirebans.ca.

Open burning is not allowed in hamlets, localities and subdivisions. Contained fires – in approved fire pits or burn barrels – or fires used for cooking or warmth, don’t require a fire permit.