Can I burn today in Montague?
Montague’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)
- 1 · Low risk
- Measured at
- Ottawa
- Observed
- 3:00 PM EDT Wednesday 9 September 2026 · rating measured at the centre of Lanark County, which covers a wide area
A rating is not permission. Montague requires a permit, and a fire ban can be declared at any time. Township of Montague Fire Department decides — not this page.
Date of issue to December 31 of the year issued; renewed annually
Apply for a burn permit online at montaguetwp.burnpermits.com or register in person at the fire station
Comply with setback and hours conditions
No fire between 6:00pm-6:00am except compliant campfires/outdoor fireplaces.
Permit required (Section 2)
No person shall set or maintain an open-air fire without first having obtained the necessary permit from the Fire Chief.
Built-up area restriction (Section 3)
Despite Section 2, no person shall set or maintain an open-air fire within built up areas that cannot meet the setback provisions outlined in Sections 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19 of this by-law, as determined by the Fire Chief.
Wind conditions (Section 5)
No person shall set or maintain an open-air fire when the wind is in such a direction or intensity to cause any or all of the following: a) the possible spread of the fire beyond the approved burn site; b) a decreased in visibility on any highway; c) excessive smoke.
Burn hours (Section 16(g))
between the hours of 6:00pm and 6:00am, with the exception of campfires and outdoor fireplaces that comply with the requirements of this by-law; or...
Permit validity and renewal (Section 12)
A permit issued under this section is valid on the date of issue and for the balance of the calendar year in which the permit is issued. Permits must be renewed annually.
Flying lanterns prohibited (Section 22)
No person shall use flying lanterns at any time.
Repeal of prior by-laws (Section 39)
That by-laws 3635-2018 and 3785-2020 be repealed in their entirety this date.
A live readout of air quality, wind and fire danger for Montague — 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 — Township of Montague Fire Department decides.