To reduce the possibility of people causing wildfires, Whistler always requires a fire permit to have a campfire or set off fireworks. Below is the ongoing list of additional seasonal bans and fire-related information bulletins the community is required to follow. This information is constantly updated. Please check back before engaging in fire-related activity in our community.
Campfires
By direction of the Fire Chief, the campfire ban in Whistler has been lifted effective Friday, September 13, 2024 at noon.
Please remember that a Fire Permit is required to have a campfire in Whistler, see application below.
Bonfires or open air fires are not permitted in public areas or Whistler’s parks at any time.
A CSA-rated or ULC-rated portable campfire apparatus that uses propane fuel is still allowed in Whistler, so long as the height of the flame is less than 15 centimetres, and it is used in accordance with the manufacturer recommendations.
To report a wildfire please call 911 or 1800 663 5555 or dial *5555 from your cell phone
Permit use
All conditions of the Fire Permit must be adhered to. Failure to do so could result in a fine.
Permit validity
Fire Permits expire on December 31 and must be renewed annually. Campfire Permits are not valid if there is a municipal of provincial campfire ban in effect.
Apply for a campfire permit by completing the WFRS Fillable Fire Permit Application and, if applicable, the WFRS Fillable Fire Permit Permission Letter. Please email the completed form(s) to fire@whistler.ca.
Barbecues in parks
When the Fire Danger Rating is High or Extreme, only propane barbecues are allowed in Whistler parks providing they are being used safely and in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.
Briquette barbecues are not permitted in Whistler parks when the Fire Danger Rating is High or Extreme.
Provincial campfire bans
The Province of British Columbia also implements fire bans and restrictions. These apply to BC Parks, Crown lands, and private lands outside of the municipal boundaries.
Find BC Wildfire Service Fire Bans and Restrictions.
Fireworks
A permit is required to hold a commercial fireworks display in Whistler. Only professionally-launched fireworks are permitted for commercial events. Consumer fireworks are not permitted in Whistler when the Fire Danger Rating is High or Extreme.
Yard waste burning not permitted
Yard waste cannot be burned in Whistler. Non-commercial yard waste may be dropped off at Function Junction Depot, free of charge, from April to November. Find out more about free yard waste drop off.
You can also participate in our FireSmart Program.
