Planning a Fire? Know the New Burn Permit Rules
Public Service Announcement
Planning a Fire? Know the New Burn Permit Rules
January 27, 2026 – Iqaluit, Nunavut
The City of Iqaluit would like to inform residents of important updates to the process for obtaining burn permits, in accordance with Iqaluit Bylaw 324.
Beginning this year, residents and businesses will be required to submit only one burn permit application per calendar year. There are two types of permits available, depending on the size and purpose of the burn.
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