Updated August 28th, 2024: Campfire prohibition to be lifted for the Coastal Fire Centre

The Category 1 campfire prohibition will be lifted in all regions of the Coastal Fire Centre area beginning 12:00 noon Pacific Standard Time (PST) on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.

Other activities which will now be permitted in the Coastal Fire Centre include:

The use of tiki and similar kinds of torches; and
The use of chimineas.
For detailed information, please refer to the map.

Although the fire danger has declined in the Coastal Fire Centre due to recent rainfall and cooler, more seasonal temperatures, the public is strongly encouraged to continue exercising extreme caution with any campfire. It is the responsibility of the individual to ensure that burning is done in a safe and responsible manner and in accordance with regulations. Before lighting any fire, check with local government authorities to see if any local burning restrictions are in place.

While campfires will be allowed in the Coastal Fire Centre, Category 2 and Category 3 open fires remain prohibited, including the use of fireworks, sky lanterns, binary exploding targets, burn barrels, burn cages and air curtain burners. These restrictions will remain in place until October 31, 2024, or until the Order is rescinded.

To learn more about the different open burning categories, visit our website here.