Fire Permits
Fire permits are $25 (cash or cheque only) for the period of January 1st to December 31st of the year of purchase. Special Permits for burning slash piles can be purchased for $10 but the area must be inspected prior to issuing the permit. Permits are also available to camp grounds. Please call for further information.
FAILURE TO ABIDE BY THE RULES OF THE FIRE PERMIT WILL RESULT IN REVOCATION
FAQ's about Fire Permits
Do I have to own the property?
Yes, should you not own the property on which you wish to burn, you must come with written permission from the owner. This includes property which you are renting.
Is my fire pit approved?
A covered pit bought from a retailer such as Canadian Tire or Home Depot is an approved fire pit. Any homemade or makeshift pits must be inspected prior to the issue of the permit.
What kind of wood can I burn?
Only untreated wood, such as small logs and twigs may be burned.
YOU CAN NOT BURN: Garbage, pressure treated wood, nails, leaves, grass, screws, other metal, plastic or accelerant (i.e. gasoline, lighter fluid).
When/where can I get the permit?
The permit can be purchased at 133 Cedar Street South in Timmins, at the Timmins Fire Department. Unfortunately it cannot be purchased at the volunteer halls as they are un-manned. For a permit in Connaught please contact Regular permits may be purchased 7 days a week. Permits for slash piles may be purchased between 8:30 and 4:30 Monday to Friday. Please call prior to coming in to buy a special permit, as the Fire Prevention Officers must be able to meet you and inspect the site.
What times can I burn?
Unless otherwise noted, you can only burn between the hours of 7pm and 7am.
What happens if my neighbour complains?
If your neighbour has a complaint (i.e. Smoke blowing in through windows, health concerns, etc.) we ask that you please be courteous and put out the fire. Should a complaint come in to the Fire Department we will investigate, and if it is deemed necessary we will revoke the permit. Where we are able we will also issue a full refund.
Where can I set up my fire pit?
The fire pit must be 10 feet away from any combustibles (i.e. your deck, house, fence, etc.) and on a cement pad, gravel, patio stones or other non flammable base.
*FIRE PITS MUST NEVER BE SET UP ON A WOODEN DECK OR PATIO*