PEI·NewA fire ban for Prince Edward Island that has been in place since mid-August will end at midnight on Monday and will not be renewed, the provincial government says.The fire closure will not be renewed, province saysThinh Nguyen · CBC News · Posted: Sep 22, 2025 11:08 AM EDT | Last Updated: 22 minutes agoThe fire ban in Prince Edward Island will end at midnight on Monday. (Kaitie Fraser/CBC)A fire ban for Prince Edward Island that has been in place since mid-August will end at midnight on Monday and will not be renewed, the provincial government says.In a news release, the province said campfires used for heating and warmth will be allowed again starting Tuesday, with the permission of property owners and if permitted under local bylaws.”Forestry officials advised me that the forecasted weather conditions will reduce the risk of forest fires across the Island; however, Islanders should still be very cautious when they are considering having a campfire,” Environment, Energy and Climate Action Minister Gilles Arsenault was quoted as saying in the release.A fire ban still remains in place in P.E.I. National Park. Visitors to any Parks Canada locations must follow rules put in place by that agency, which issued a fire ban two days before the provincial restrictions came into effect.While the wildfire risk is expected to ease, officials are reminding Islanders to take precautions if they plan to have a campfire: Make sure weather conditions are suitable in the area at the time of the fire. Use a suitable fire structure to contain fire to a small area, such as a fire pit or stone fire break. Have plenty of water, a shovel or other fire suppression tools on hand before starting the fire. Add small amounts of material at a time to help keep the fire small and under control at all times. Fully extinguish any recreational campfire before leaving the fire site. Forestry officials are reminding residents to continue to monitor burning restrictions before making any decisions to burn brush, leaves or cut grass. Burning is only allowed after 2 p.m. if conditions allow. Check for restrictions before burning. Select a safe burn site away from buildings and other flammable materials. Continuously monitor to ensure the fire is contained to its defined space. Fully extinguish the fire before leaving the fire site. Campfires and Category 1 domestic brush burns do not require a permit, but permits are required for other categories of outdoor fires.
Campfires to be allowed again on P.E.I. as fire ban lifts Monday night
