Can I burn today in Casselman?
Casselman’s by-law does not set out what each fire danger rating allows, so this page cannot tell you whether today is a burning day. Today’s rating is beside this, and the fire hall below has the answer.
- Air quality (AQHI)
- 2 · Low risk
- Measured at
- Cornwall
- Observed
- 2:00 AM EDT Thursday 10 September 2026 · rating measured at the centre of United Counties of Prescott and Russell, which covers a wide area
A rating is not permission. Casselman requires a permit, and a fire ban can be declared at any time. Casselman Fire Department decides — not this page.
Up to 30 days or one event
Organizations or people organizing a special event in Casselman complete the online Open Air Fire Permit application form at casselman.ca/en/fire-permit (or apply in person), providing applicant details, fire location/date/duration, and a screenshot of the exact fire location
Outdoor fireplaces and cooking devices for personal use do not require a permit at all, only compliance with their own condition sections.
Permit required, and limited to special events (General Requirements)
No person or organization shall, unless otherwise authorized by the provisions of this or any other by-law of the Corporation, set, or permit to be set, a fire in the open air without first obtaining a fire permit as provided in this by-law. No person or organization shall set, or permit to be set, a fire in the open air for burning grass or garbage. ... A fire permit shall only be issued to organizations or people who are organizing a special event in the Village of Casselman.
Outdoor fireplace exemption (no permit required)
A fire permit is not required to set fire in an outdoor fireplace. An outdoor fireplace cannot be used when a fire ban has been declared by the Fire Chief.
Outdoor fireplace conditions
The outdoor fireplace: is approved for such use; is not located on a balcony; is not located on any combustible surface; is in good working order; and is located at least 3 metres from any structure and property lines; ... Burning in an outdoor fireplace shall not take place when winds are present or when weather conditions cause smoke to remain low.
Maximum permit duration and fire ban suspension
No fire permit shall be issued for any period of time exceeding thirty (30) days or one event. No permit shall be issued during a fire ban as designated by the Fire Chief.
General setback (open fires)
No open air fires are to be set at less than three (3) meters of any lot line or structure.
Cooking device conditions
The cooking device: is not located on a balcony; is located at least 1 metre from any structure or as specified by the manufacturer if the required clearance is more than 1 metre; is in good working order; and is attended by a person competent to supervise it.
Fire Department intervention lien amount
When the Municipal Law Enforcement Officer or Fire Department causes the work to be done pursuant to Section 4.1, the Corporation shall have a lien for the amount of $1,000.00 and an administrative fee of ten (10%) percent.
A live readout of air quality, wind and fire danger for Casselman — free, for any municipality, customer or not. See it and get the link.
By-laws change. This page summarises public documents and is not legal advice or permission to burn — Casselman Fire Department decides.