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, September 24, 2025

September 18, 2025

PUBLIC NOTICE

Wednesday, September 24, 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 2025-051 To Amend the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw for 377 North Baptiste Lake Road by removing the Holding provision
-Bylaw 2025-052 To Amend the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw for Part of Lot 7, Concession 1, being Part 10, HSR-227, in the Geographic Township of Herschel
-Bylaw 2025-056 To Amend the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw for Purdy Cemetery, St. Paul's Cemetery, Maynooth Rink, and Birds Creek Park
-Bylaw 2025-054 To Authorize the Permanent Closing and Conveyance of the Shore Road Allowance in front of 2218 'C' Papineau Lake Road
-Bylaw 2025-055 To Authorize the Permanent Closing and Conveyance of the Shore Road Allowance in front of 37 Davis Lane
-Bylaw 2025-053 To Accept Transfer of Part of Purdy Cemetery
Bylaw 2025-050 to Amend Bylaw 2025-001 User Fees and Services Charges (HOUSEKEEPING ITEM)
-Bylaw 2025-057 To Confirm the Proceedings of Council

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