Bulletins

WHAT: Pursuant to Section 7(1) of the National Parks General Regulations, of the Canada National Parks Act, the following activity is restricted or prohibited by order of the Superintendent:

This fire ban includes ALL open fires, EXCEPT provided they are under direct supervision and certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA Group) or Underwriters Laboratories (UL):
• portable propane fire pits (prohibited at overflow campgrounds)
• gas or propane stoves and barbeques designed for cooking or heating
• propane or gas fuelled lanterns (enclosed flame)
• candles
• patio heaters (propane, catalytic or infrared/radiant)

WHERE: This fire ban covers Redstreak Campground in Kootenay National Park.

WHY: For the prevention of wildfire during elevated Fire Danger conditions in Kootenay National Park.

PENALTY: Violators may be charged under the Canada National Parks Act: maximum penalty $25 000.

Start date: 2026-07-23

1300H

End date: Until further notice

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