Winter burning regulations are in effect from Nov. 1 to March 31.  During this period burn permits are not required, and burn ban periods are not in effect.

However, there is still a responsibility for burning safely.  People are still responsible for their burns and must be in attendance at their burns.

The following safety guidelines should be observed:

• Burning hours are from two hours before sunset until two hours after sunrise.

• Burning shall be done in a proper incinerator or in a pile, with flammables cleared at least three metres in all directions and  15 metres from any excess brush, buildings, or forest area.  If burning in a pile, the pile is not to exceed two metres in diameter and two metres high

• Campfires are permitted from 1900 hours until 1000 hrs. the next morning, with a maximum size of 2 ft. by 2 ft. with a flame height not exceeding 2 ft.