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Abbotsford agricultural open-burning permits: fall 2026 checks
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Abbotsford’s fall 2026 open-burning permit season is October 1 to November 30 for agricultural waste in eligible rural areas. The permit fee is $50.
Key information
Abbotsford’s fall 2026 open-burning permit season is October 1 to November 30 for agricultural waste in eligible rural areas. The permit fee is $50. Check address eligibility and the Fraser Valley ventilation forecast before applying or burning.
On this page
Plan your next step
| Task or feature | What to know |
|---|---|
| Check property | Address eligibility lookup |
| Buy permit | $50; fall window only |
| Before burning | Check regional ventilation forecast |
This is a seasonal agricultural permit
The city’s fall notice covers agricultural waste in rural areas. It does not authorize a general backyard fire or household-waste disposal. Burning outside the designated seasons is prohibited under the current page’s 2026 by-law reference.
The page also records the May 1-September 30,2026 open-burning ban. At the checked October date, the fall permit window has begun, but eligibility and suitable conditions still have to be satisfied. A calendar window alone is not permission.
Before buying and before each burn
Use the city’s address lookup to establish eligibility. Read the linked regulations and guidelines for the material and site, then purchase the seasonal permit. The stated charge is $50 Canadian, due at purchase.
Before burning, consult the Fraser Valley Ventilation Index. The city says the smoke-control regulation uses today’s 4 p.m. forecast. Forecast information is also available through 1-888-281-2992. A permit does not remove that weather-condition check.
Conflicting references and an alternative
The current page cites Fire Service By-law 3710-2026 for the season, but an older application-instruction passage still names 3055-2020. Confirm the governing application instructions with Fire Rescue instead of treating the two references as interchangeable.
Fire Rescue is at Fire Hall 1,32270 George Ferguson Way, phone 604-853-3566. The city links alternatives to open burning; using a permitted disposal route can avoid waiting for suitable ventilation and a seasonal permit.
Places covered by this guide
Fire Hall 1
32270 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford, British Columbia
The city lists Fire Rescue’s contact location here. Phone 604-853-3566 for the open-burning permit program.
- Office phone
- 604-853-3566
Sources: Official Fire Hall 1 listing
Map points and address queries identify the recorded place. They do not certify a visitor entrance, accessible route or current operating status.
Useful questions and answers
What is the fall 2026 permit window?
October 1 through November 30,2026.
What material and setting does this program cover?
Agricultural waste in eligible rural areas, not unrestricted household or urban backyard burning.
Is the permit fee paid later?
No. The stated $50 Canadian fee is due when the permit is purchased.
What should I check first?
Use the city address lookup to see whether the property is eligible, and read the linked burning regulations.
Can I burn outside the designated season?
The current city page says no.
Was there a summer 2026 ban?
Yes. The page lists an open-burning ban from May 1 through September 30,2026.
Does having a permit mean any weather is suitable?
No. Permit holders must check the Fraser Valley Ventilation Index before burning.
Which forecast does the page identify?
Today’s 4 p.m. forecast for the smoke-control regulation check.
Can I get forecast information by phone?
Yes, through the automated toll-free line 1-888-281-2992.
Who can clarify the two by-law references?
Abbotsford Fire Rescue at 604-853-3566. The current season cites 3710-2026; an older instruction still cites 3055-2020.
Official information and next steps
Facts checked on October 14, 2026. Seasonal conditions and available appointments can change.