TOTAL FIRE BAN LIFTED- August 29 2025

PUBLIC NOTICE – TOTAL FIRE BAN LIFTED
NIGHT BURNING PERMITTED

 

Effective 9:00 a.m. August 29, 2025, the Municipality of Hastings Highlands will lift the fire ban due to significant rainfalls and improvement in air quality. 

If dry conditions become a concern in the future, another Fire Ban may be required. Open air burning, including small campfires, is now permitted, but residents are reminded to be extra cautious as surrounding grasses and dry branches can easily ignite.

The Municipality of Hastings Highlands reminds residents that all burning regulations still apply. The burning regulations are as follows:

·       The fire is ignited at 7:00 p.m. or later and is extinguished at 7:00 a.m. or earlier during the period from April 1st to October 31st;

·       Small campfires no larger then 2 feet by 2 feet for cooking and warmth are permitted.

·       The fire is at least 5 meters from any combustible materials.

·       A responsible person capable of extinguishing the fire has adequate tools, water and human resources to contain the fire; and

At this time, The Municipality reminds residents that due to conditions the burning of large brush fires, yard waste is prohibited until further notice.

For more information about the Municipality of Hastings Highlands Open Air Fire Bylaw (2020-047) and Fireworks Bylaw (2020-062) please visit https://hastingshighlands.ca/services/fire/

Bryce Robinson
Fire Chief                                                                           


 

Regular Meeting of Council, October 15, 2025

October 08, 2025

PUBLIC NOTICE

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Regular Meeting of Council 9:00 a.m.

Location: HH Council Chambers, 33011 Hwy 62, Maynooth, ON

Public: Please enter through the rear door of the Municipal Office Building. Seating is limited due to safety and accessibility requirements, and is available on a first-come, first-serviced basis. Meeting to be live-streamed for the public on YouTube.

The proposed Bylaws and/or Policies are available for viewing in the Council Agenda: 

-Bylaw 2025-059 To Accept the Road Widening for Part of West Diamond Lake Road in front of 439 West Diamond Lake Road
-Bylaw 2025-061 To Accept the Road Widening for Part of West Diamond Lake Road in front of 447 West Diamond Lake Road
-Bylaw 2025-063 To Amend Bylaw 2023-088 Terms of Reference for the Committee of Adjustment
-Bylaw 2025-064 To Confirm the Proceedings of Council

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