Bulletins

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

Broken Group Islands Unit: PROHIBITED ACTIVITY – Fire ban

Issued: May 15, 2026

Ends: October 31, 2026

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 the Broken Group Islands Unit of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is prohibited by order of the Superintendent of the national park reserve.

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: Within the Broken Group Islands Unit of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve.

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

WHEN: From May 15, 2026 at 1200h, until further notice.

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

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