Fire and Fireworks Permits
Fire permits
The Fire Permit Bylaw governs burning activities in Parkland County.
You can obtain a fire permit for up to a 90-day period depending on the type of burning. They are free of charge and available online or in person at the Parkland County Centre or the Entwistle Community Recreation Centre.
To apply online, Residents can now choose to create an account on the fire permit site. It will auto-fill your name and address information from your profile and show you a list of your permit applications. Please review these registration instructions or call Customer Service if you require any assistance at 780-968-8888.
Apply for a Fire Permit
Type of Burning | Less than 10 Acres | 10 Acres or Greater |
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Fire pit or burn barrel with a screen |
No permit required |
No permit required |
Fire pit without screen |
Permit required. 90-day permits are available. |
Permit required. 90 day permits are available. |
Burning an uncontained pile of burnable debris (yard cleaning, debris/slash pile, windrow) |
Permit required. Permits are available from December 1st until March 31st. Permits are for 10 days. |
Permit required. 30 day permits are available. |
Smudge fire contained with a screen |
Contact Fire Services |
No permit required |
Smudge fire contained without a screen |
Contact Fire Services |
Permit required. 30 day permits are available. |
Incinerator burning |
Contact Fire Services |
Contact Fire Services |
Note: Fire hazard ratings and conditions may restrict the length of your fire permit.
What can I burn? |
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You can burn non-combustible debris such as:
You cannot burn prohibited or combustible waste as they may release dense smoke, offensive odours or toxic substances. Prohibited waste includes:
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Do I need to put out any signage during my burn? |
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If burning within 1/2 KM (500m) of a Primary or Secondary highway, smoke signs are required
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How do I submit a burning complaint? |
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Am I allowed to burn my crops? |
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The Government of Alberta has produced a fact sheet for Un-harvested and overwintered crops including potential downsides to crop burning. If you are considering burning what is left of your crops before seeding this spring, please note the following: BEFORE YOU BURN:
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While You Burn:
Have a mobile phone ready and be prepared to call 911 if the fire gets out of control. The earlier you call, the better. Don't attempt to extinguish the fire yourself - call us first!
Fireworks permits
Parkland County's Fire Permit Bylaw and the Alberta Fire Code provide regulations so you can enjoy fireworks safely.
Consumer Fireworks
Fireworks permits are available for the following days:
- New Year's Day: 8:00 p.m. on December 31 to 1:00 a.m. on January 1
- Canada Day: 8:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. on July 1
- Labour Day: 8:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. on the first Monday of September
You can apply for a fireworks permit online. Parkland County's Fire Permit Bylaw prohibits consumer fireworks on all other days of the year.
Display Fireworks / Pyrotechnics
A licensed display fireworks supervisor may apply for a single day permit on any day of the year. Applications must be submitted for review and processing at least 14 days before the event.
Apply for a Fireworks Permit