Open burning permits start October 1
Some residents of the Central Okanagan will be allowed to conduct open burning as of later this week
Starting this Friday, open burning permits will be available for eligible property owners in the Regional District of Central Okanagan from their local fire service.
Those meeting the requirements of local fire protection bylaws are eligible to receive a permit. If necessary, each fire jurisdiction enforces its own bylaw regulations.
Qualifying property owners that are entitled to burn within the four Central Okanagan East or Central Okanagan West electoral area fire protection areas (Ellison, Joe Rich, North Westside, Wilson’s Landing) may call the Regional District at 250-469-6223 to obtain a permit. Residents with questions about the burn permit process in the Central Okanagan should contact their local fire service.