Permits are not required for backyard fires, recreational campfires or boil-ups on or within 300 metres of forest land.
Due to dry current conditions the 2025 forest fire season is now in effect with approximately 40 wildfires already reported. Forest fire season is in effect until September 30 for the entire province. A burn permit is required, which are free and available at provincial forest management district offices. Permits are not required for backyard fires, recreational campfires or boil-ups on or within 300 metres of forest land.
To report a wildfire, call 1-866-709-FIRE (3473).
On driver with minor injuries after two-vehicle collision closes Northern Peninsula Highway Wednesday night
Auditor General tables two reports with government; one on fraud and the other on emergency plans
NL Summer Games needs 200 volunteers as Corner Brook gets set to host in August
Route 430 reopens today but one person taken to hospital after two-vehicle collision last night
No injuries but damage done after a tractor trailer jackknifed near Steady Brook this morning
