Bulletins

WHAT: Pursuant to section 3(1)(c) of the National Parks of Canada Fire Protection Regulations, the starting and/or maintaining of fires within Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site is hereby PROHIBITED by order of the Superintendent, Banff National Park of Canada.

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

- gas or propane stoves and barbeques designed for cooking or heating

- propane or gas fueled lanterns (enclosed flame)

- patio heaters (propane, catalytic or infrared/radiant).

WHERE: This fire ban covers the entire Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site.

WHY: For the prevention of wildfire during elevated Fire Danger conditions in Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site

PENALTY: It is an offence under the Canada National Parks Act to contravene these prohibitions. Failure to comply may result in the immediate cancellation of the camping permit, eviction from the campground, and violators may be charged. Violators may be charged under the Canada National Parks Act: maximum penalty$25 000.

Start date: June 6, 2025

End date: Until further notice

Approved by:

Salman Rasheed
Superintendent, Banff Field Unit