07/16/2026
Total Burn Ban in Effect - July, 16, 2026🔥
Effective immediately, the Selwyn Township Fire Department has issued a Total Burn Ban until further notice due to hazardous air quality cause by smoke from the wildfires in Northern Ontario.
All burning has been prohibited to help protect public health, reduce additional smoke in the community, and minimize the risk of fire. All existing burn permits are now void.
Prohibited:
• Yard waste and brush burning
• Campfires and bonfires
• Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, and chimineas
• Agricultural burns
• Fireworks
Please take precautions to stay safe:
• Keep yourself, your family members and pets indoors as much as possible and keep windows and doors closed.
• Limit time outdoors. Reschedule or cancel outdoor sports, activities, and events.
• Check on family members, friends, and neighbours who may be more vulnerable to poor air quality.
Violations of the burn ban may result in fines. The ban will be lifted when conditions improve. Please spread the word and encourage neighbours to abide by the ban.
For more information, please visit selwyntownship.ca/fire or contact the Selwyn Fire Department at 705-292-7282. See less
