All outdoor burning in the Township of Springwater requires a burn permit.
Get a burn permit
Get your recreational burn permit for $15 online or in person during regular operating hours at:
- Township Administration Centre
Recreational burn permits |
Recreational fires are the only outdoor fires permitted in Anten Mills, Centre Vespra, Elmvale, Hillsdale, Midhurst, Minesing, Orr Lake, Phelpston and Snow Valley. Only property owners can get a burn permit for their household. Rules
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Open air burn permits |
Open air burn permits are only issued to rural properties within Springwater. Get an open air burn permit for $15 at Fire Station 3 (cash or cheque only) or at the Township Administration Centre. Only property owners can get a burn permit for their household. Rules
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Restricted burn areas
Properties in restricted burn areas are only able to get a recreational fire permit. Open air burning creates too large of a fire risk.
Check the fire danger rating
Always check the current fire rating online or on community signs before burning. Absolutely no fires are allowed during a fire ban.
Current fire danger rating: Moderate
Fire danger ratings |
The fire danger rating determines the relative seriousness of burning conditions and threat of fire. There are four levels:
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Fire rating signs |
Check the fire rating at any of these outdoor community signs:
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You are responsible for any fire you light! Failure to comply with our Open Burning By-law can result in charges and an invoice for firefighting costs.
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