Level 2
May 22, 2026
Public Notice: Update on Local Restrictions and Burn Permits
Effective immediately the Rural Municipality of Cornwallis is enacting the following fire prevention and safety measures to protect residents, property, and emergency responders.
Level 2: Mid-Risk. Partial Fire Ban in Place
- All Open fires prohibited between the hours 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Fires outside of these hours must be in an approved CSA certified fire pit (this includes campfires);
- Motorized backcountry travel, including ATVs and other off-road vehicles, is prohibited during specified hours of 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.
- Burning is allowed only in enclosed fire pits, fire bowls, chimineas, and other outdoor receptacles (burn barrels) with a spark arrestor, grille or mesh covering all openings. Burning must be under constant supervision.
- Solid fuel burning appliances such as charcoal barbeques and smokers are also permitted.
- The use of commercial or consumer fireworks is prohibited.
- Ban is effective until further notice.
As a further fire prevention measure, burn permits issued are cancelled and will not be issued until fire danger conditions improve. Further restrictions may be implemented if the fire danger levels increase, or conditions change significantly.
Exercise caution when outdoors. Prevent equipment caused wildfires: * Keep machinery clean and in good repair. Avoid driving/parking in long cured grass.
Stay Safe. Stay Informed.
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✅ Important:
All outdoor fires must be under constant supervision at all times.
For each new burn, a new burn permit must be acquired from the office.
With the exception of bonfires and barbeques, burning shall be restricted to daytime hours.
For the use of fireworks, please contact the R.M of Cornwallis Office for more information.
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Brandon Fire Department: (204) 729-2410
Shilo Fire Department: (204) 765-3000 Ext. 3178
Wawanesa Fire Department: (204) 824-3444
Please check the RM of Cornwallis Burning By-Law to see what your area is allowed.
For more information on the current Manitoba Wild Fire Conditions please click here
