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PEI Watershed Groups
PEI Watershed Groups - updated November 2025
Contact information for groups can be found here.
Forests, Fish and Wildlife Land Securement Flow Chart - 16MAR2023
Land Securement Flow Chart - updated November, 2025
Burning Permits
Visit the Categories of Outdoor Fires page for more information about these categories, what you are allowed to burn, and when you may burn. You may also view our Burning Permits Handout (3.7MB) for information. How do I apply for a burn permit for Category 2,3 or 4? Click the blue button at the bottom of this page to submit your application online, or click Burning Permit to access the online form. You will need to have the civic address and/or the Property Identification Number(s) on hand for the requested burn location. Make sure you accept the disclaimer and acceptance statements stating...
Wildfire Response in PEI
Forest fires in PEI fall under the jurisdiction and authority of Environment, Energy and Climate Action – Forests, Fish and Wildlife Division. Forest fire risk Each year, Canada continually sees frequent and severe forest fires, becoming increasingly susceptible to their effects...
Domestic Brush Burning - Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to obtain a burning permit? For Category 1 fires (burning of piles smaller than two metres by three metres) and campfires - no, but you now need to check the burn restrictions to see when you are allowed to burn. For Category 2,3, and 4 fires – yes, you do still require...
Recreational Campfires
Under certain conditions, fire closure orders may prohibit campfires due to high risk of wildfire. Notice will be posted here if a fire closure order is in effect. If you reside within a municipality, contact your local city, town, or village government office to ensure you abide...
Reporting Wildfires and Forest Fires
Who do I call to report a wildfire on PEI? To report a wildfire, forest fire or grass fire emergency, call 911 and include the following information: Community name where the fire is occurring, Route number and/or road name, Civic number of the property where the fire is...
Categories of Outdoor Fires
If you light a fire, you must ensure it is extinguished before leaving the area. What are the burning categories? Category 1 Fires A burning permit is not required for Category 1 fires. Your municipality may have a burning restriction that supersedes the provincial burning map...
FireSmart
Burn restrictions and the fire weather index is updated daily at 2pm on the Burning Restrictions page. What is FireSmart? FireSmart Canada leads the development of resources and programs designed to empower the public and increase neighbourhood resilience to wildfire across...