Open air burning is allowed in Mississauga, but you may need a permit depending on where, how and what you do it with.
You need a permit if you’re setting or maintaining a fire in any open place, yard, field or construction area not enclosed by a building or structure.
You don’t need a permit if you’re using:
If you’re planning on burning tree trimmings, branches, brush and hedge to discard them, you don’t need to. You can place them on your curb to be collected by the Region of Peel along with the usual curbside waste.
There are three types of permits that you can choose. All prices include HST.
To set or maintain a fire outdoors, you must ensure outdoor appliances and cooking fires are safe. You must also follow the rules and regulations listed in the Open Air Burning By-law: