Level 1 Fire Ban Lifted in Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation

The Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Administration is advising community members and visitors that the Level 1 Fire Ban previously implemented within the community has been lifted, effective immediately.

The decision to lift the restriction follows a change in conditions, allowing the community to resume outdoor burning activities, while continuing to exercise caution and prioritize fire safety.

The Level 1 Fire Ban was originally implemented on June 5, 2026, as a proactive measure to address elevated fire risks and help protect community members, homes, forests, lands, and natural resources.

During the ban, all open fires, including recreational and outdoor fires, were prohibited. Certain appliances remained permitted, including gas barbecues, propane fireplaces, natural gas and propane-fuelled appliances, and charcoal briquette barbecues.

With the ban now lifted, residents and visitors are reminded that fire safety remains everyone's responsibility. Community members are encouraged to use caution when enjoying outdoor fires, ensure fires are properly attended at all times, and completely extinguish them before leaving the area.

Working together to prevent fires helps protect our people, our lands, and the natural resources that are important to future generations.

For more information, please contact the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Fire Department at 613-286-1018.