Outdoor fires produce smoke that contains a number of toxic substances. Open fires are prohibited within our Municipalities. Fire is not without safety hazards. Although bonfires may seem safe, the smoke they produce contains more than 100 different toxic substances, including:
Smoke can also cause immediate discomfort, such as irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract, bronchial congestion and headaches. As well, smoke can aggravate the symptoms of many illnesses, affecting the health of persons with cardiovascular problems in addition to being a nuisance for neighbours.
Therefore, in light of the risks bonfires present, they must be controlled.
Permit application:
Outdoor fires are prohibited by several by-laws (bonfires, burning branches or green waste, burning garbage, burning construction debris, garden fires, etc.) However, special authorization may be given for temporary activities involving fire outdoors. For such activities, you must apply for a permit.
Please note that domestic use of a certified appliance such as a barbecue, outdoor fireplace with chimney, patio heater or similar appliances do not require a permit.
Outdoor fires produce smoke that contains a number of toxic substances. Open fires are prohibited within our Municipalities. Fire is not without safety hazards. Although bonfires may seem safe, the smoke they produce contains more than 100 different toxic substances, including:
- fine particles
- carbon monoxide
- volatile organic compounds
- polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
- nitrogen oxides
- and other irritants
Smoke can also cause immediate discomfort, such as irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract, bronchial congestion and headaches. As well, smoke can aggravate the symptoms of many illnesses, affecting the health of persons with cardiovascular problems in addition to being a nuisance for neighbours.
Therefore, in light of the risks bonfires present, they must be controlled.
Permit application:
Outdoor fires are prohibited by several by-laws (bonfires, burning branches or green waste, burning garbage, burning construction debris, garden fires, etc.) However, special authorization may be given for temporary activities involving fire outdoors. For such activities, you must apply for a permit.
Please note that domestic use of a certified appliance such as a barbecue, outdoor fireplace with chimney, patio heater or similar appliances do not require a permit.