Bulletins

WHAT: Pursuant to Section 3 (1)(c) of the National Parks of Canada Fire Protection Regulations, the starting and/or maintaining of any open flame fires within Gulf Islands National Park Reserve is prohibited by order of the Superintendent of the National Park Reserve.

PROHIBITED: This fire ban includes ALL campfires, charcoal briquettes, torches, candles, and use of outdoor wood burning stoves including cooking shelters.

EXEMPTIONS:
Provided they are under direct supervision and CSA approved or UL certified:
• Propane or gas fueled stoves and BBQs exclusively designed for cooking
• Portable propane fire pits
• Propane or gas fueled lanterns (enclosed flame)
• Catalytic or infrared style heaters

WHERE: The Gulf Islands National Park Reserve fire ban has been extended to include SMONEĆTEN and Prior Centennial campgrounds. A year-round campfire ban exists in all other areas of the Park Reserve.

WHY: To ensure public safety and the protection of natural resources.

WHEN: From July 16, 2026, at 1200h, until further notice.

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