The Open Burning Ban for Gillies Bay has been lifted, effective October 15, 2023. Please ensure that you follow the Fire Smart recommendations when conducting any type of burning on your property.
GILLIES BAY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
BURNING BAN – 2023
All Open Burning within the Gillies Bay Fire Protection District is prohibited until further notice.
No Campfires
Tiki Torches, Chiminea’s, and non-CSA & ULC approved outdoor stoves and cooking devices.
NOTE
These regulations stay in effect regardless of what is posted on the WILDFIRE MANAGEMENT BRANCH WEB SITE.
Texada Island does not usually experience the same conditions as Vancouver Island or the Mainland.
GILLIES BAY RESIDENTS
If you hear the fire siren.
Please shut off any open taps until the fire emergency has been rectified.
Thank you for your Cooperation.
OPEN BURNING BAN – 2023
An Open Burning Ban within the Gillies Bay Fire Protection District goes into effect
May 15, 2023 until October 15, 2023
Burning Barrels included.
Campfires
Campfires are allowed within the Gillies Bay Fire Protection District until a total fire ban is implemented.
NOTE
These regulations stay in effect regardless of what is posted on the WILDFIRE MANAGEMENT BRANCH WEB SITE.
Texada Island does not usually experience the same conditions as Vancouver Island or the Mainland.
GILLIES BAY RESIDENTS
If you hear the fire siren.
Please shut off any open taps until the fire emergency has been rectified.
Rob McWilliam – Fire Chief www.gilliesbayvfd.ca 604-414-5121