Imagine mountain biking through the Brandon Hills. In winter, stop for a moment on a groomed ski trail to catch your breath while listening to the forest sheltered sounds of nature.
As per the Manitoba Emergency Management Organization:
"The Southeast corner of the province has an extreme fire danger. The remainder of the province has a low to moderate fire danger".
Therefore, there are no current burn or travel restrictions in place at this time, within our municipality. However, the Manitoba government reminds all Manitobans provincial burning permits are required for all outdoor fires, including fireworks, set within the municipality from April 1 to Nov. 15 annually.
Permits can be acquired at our office Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Burn permits may be cancelled or restricted at short notice if fire danger conditions require.
- ROAD 102W IS CLOSED COMPLETELY FROM ROAD 55N TO 56N
- ROAD 54N IS CLOSED COMPLETELY FROM 101W TO 99W
- ROAD 101W IS CLOSED - LOCAL TRAFFIC ONLY - FROM 55N - 54N
DUE TO UNSAFE CONDITIONS, UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. -Public Works
LEVEL 3 FIRE BAN IS IN EFFECT
Under the advice of the Government of Manitoba Wildfire Information website, Fire Bulletin #3 (May 8, 2025), There is a complete ban on ALL BACK COUNTRY motorized vehicles, including ATVs, at all hours within the municipality. ALL forms of burning are strictly prohibited within the Municipality during this time. This includes, but is not limited to, fireworks; and, the burning of grass, leaves, crop residue, and bushes. Any fire not contained within a CSA certified fire pit or outdoor solid fuel appliances, are not allowed! Fires in certified appliances ARE permitted, but only if: Used according to manufacturer’s guidelines; Used safely and legally within municipal and provincial regulations; and, even with certified appliances, burning is discouraged when wind speeds exceed 25km/h. As a further wildfire prevention measure, burn permits will not be issued until fire danger conditions improve. Further restrictions may be implemented if the fire danger levels increase, or conditions change significantly. Failure to comply with the listed restrictions may result in prosecution under the Manitoba Wildfires Act with fines of up to $100,000 depending on the severity of the offence.