Peace River Forest Area - March 27, 2025

Get your fire permit

As of March 1, fire permits are now required for all burning within the Forest Protection Area, with the exception of campfires.

Fire permits are free and can be requested online. You may also request your permit by calling your local forestry office. 

Peace River Forest Area | Permit Line (780) 624-6190 

To prevent spring wildfires, revisit your brush pile or windrow burning projects to ensure all hot spots are extinguished.

• Spread out the remaining material.
• Soak the area and ensure there is no heat or smoke.
• Check your burn site multiple times in the coming weeks to ensure it has not reignited.

Farming safely during fire season 

Spring work is here, and while this time of year can often be cold, rainy, or snowy, the risk of agricultural wildfires remains present. Dry vegetation and crop residue is highly flammable, so extra precautions must be taken to prevent fires on the farm. 

What can be done: 

• Keep machinery clean. Clear out any debris around hot spots and pinch points.
• Maintain electrical components and equipment
• Grease mobile components of equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations
• Regularly clean air filters
• Regularly check coolant and oil levels
• Keep a full, up to date ABC fire extinguisher in or near the cab and know how to use it 

Accidents happen. Having a full, up to date fire extinguisher on farm equipment can stop fires from growing, preventing large-scale damage to property, livelihoods, and landscapes. 

Read the FireSmart Farm and Acreage Guide to learn more about farm fire safety.