No. The Township looked into a permit system in 2021, but currently no permit is required.
Fire Ban Status
CURRENT STATUS: There is no Fire Ban in place.
In addition to municipal fire bans, the Ministry of Natural Resources may also have a fire ban or declare a Restricted Fire Zone for some or all of our region. See this link for the latest information and to check their interactive map. If you live in an area under a Restricted Fire Zone, you must follow MNR guidelines.
Fire Ban Descriptions
| Level 1 Fire Ban | No fireworks and open air burning (for example, grass, brush, or other combustible materials) except for campfires and cooking fires. |
|---|---|
| Total Fire Ban | No open air burning of any kind, including campfires and cooking fires. Only cooking appliances with a mechanical shut-off, such as a barbecue or propane stove are permitted. |
South Frontenac Fire and Rescue personnel will continue to monitor conditions and notify the public of any status changes.
Fire bans can be put in place at any time. Our Open Air Burning By-Law, By-law 2012-68 outlines what types of open air burning is permitted when.
Residents are reminded that any infraction can result in significant financial penalties. If you have questions or concerns, contact SFFR at 613-376-3027 or by email at fireadmin@southfrontenac.net. We’ve listed some common questions below.
Do I need a permit for open air burning?
What is the best way to burn or get rid of brush?
You can have an open air fire to burn brush or burn it in an incinerator or pit. Follow the guidelines in the by-law. Approved brush pile fires must be less than 10 feet x 10 feet. Always make sure there is at least 20 feet between the fire and any building, wooded area or neighbouring property. Never burn brush if conditions are dry or there are high winds. You can also take brush to our Loughborough or Portland Waste Disposal Sites.
Do I need a permit to set off fireworks?
You do not need a permit for a family fireworks display, but note fireworks displays are subject to our Noise By-law. We encourage you to read the safety tips on the Fire Prevention page and always follow instructions when lighting fireworks. For larger community displays, you do need to fill out an application for a special or significant event, and have it approved by Council.
Contact Us
South Frontenac
Fire and Rescue
Mailing address:
4432 George St. Box 100
Sydenham ON, K0H 2T0
T: 613-376-3027
TF: 1.800-559-5862
(if calling within the
613 area code)
fireadmin@southfrontenac.net
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