No Daytime Burning 2024

Beginning April 1, there will be no daytime burning permitted (between the hours of 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.) until October 31, 2024.

If you are planning on having an open air burn in Trent Lakes, you must have a burn permit. A burn permit is free and is valid until December 31st of the year you obtained it. Learn more about burn permits here.

When do I need a burn permit?
You need a burn permit for the following types of fires:

• Brush fires
• Campfires
• Burn barrels
• Chimenea's and outdoor open air fireplaces
• Special burn permit

You don't need a burn permit for:

• Certified propane and natural gas fire pits, fire tables, or barbeques that are TSSA approved.

Call before and after each burn
Each time you start a fire and put it out you must call 800-374-4009 ext. 301 or 705-738-3800 ext. 301. This helps our staff recognize if a fire is planned and we will also inform you if there is a burn ban in effect.

Fire rules and regulations
You must follow these fire rules and regulations:

• You can only have an open air fire between 6 p.m. and 8 a.m. from April 1 to October 31.
• Fires must be 0.61 m (2 feet) wide by 0.61 m (2 feet) deep and 0.61 m (2 feet) tall.
• The fire must be placed 7.6 m (25 feet) from any lot lines, buildings, structures, trees or combustible materials.
• You must attend and watch the fire at all times.
• You must have equipment available to put out the fire.