Beaver Creek
Fire Department

should you burn today?

Before you do, ask

Category 2 & Category 3 Open Fire Prohibition

Effective 12 noon, Friday May 30, 2025 - Category 2 and Category 3 open fires will be prohibited throughout the Coastal Fire Centre's jurisdiction, with the exception that only Category 3 fires will be prohibited in the Haida Gwaii Forest District. This prohibition will be in place until October 31, 2025, or until the order is rescinded.

Campfire allowed -  0.5m high by a 0.5m wide or smaller, or to cooking stoves that use gas, propane or briquettes

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low

medium

severe

To report a wildfire, call
1(800)663-5555

Category 2 open fire

  1. Burns material in one pile not exceeding 2 m in height and 3 m in width,

  2. Burns material concurrently in 2 piles each not exceeding 2 m in height and 3 m in width, or

  3. Burns stubble or grass over an area that does not exceed 0.2 ha.

Category 3 open fire

  1. Material in 3 or more piles each not exceeding 2m height & 3m width,

  2. Material in one or more piles each exceeding 2m height or 3m width,

  3. One or more windrows, each not exceeding 200m length or 15m width,

  4. Stubble or grass over an area exceeding 0.2 ha.

Also prohibited are the activities listed below 

  • Fireworks; as defined in the Fireworks Act;

  • Binary Exploding Targets;

  • Burn Barrels or Burn Cages of any size or description;

  • Controlled air incinerators

  • Air curtain burners; and

  • Carbonizers.

Upcoming

Events

August 18 - August 22, 2025

Port Alberni, BC
7500 Beaver Creek Road

Learn, Play, and Stay Safe!
Join us for a series of fun and educational kids programs including “Little Fire Fighters,” “Little Paramedic,” “Campfire Safety Day,” “Nature Kids,” and a special Search & Rescue adventure. These hands-on events teach safety, first aid, outdoor survival, and environmental care—while earning badges and making memories along the way!

Our Mission

The Beaver Creek Volunteer Fire Department is committed volunteers dedicated to providing emergency response to our community.

Our Services

what we offer to our community

Fire Suppression

Our team is trained to respond quickly and effectively to all types of fires, from residential to wildland. We utilize the latest equipment and techniques to ensure the safety of our community and minimize property damage.

Emergency response

Whether it’s a medical emergency, a hazardous materials incident, or a natural disaster, we are prepared to provide immediate assistance. We work closely with other emergency services to coordinate responses to complex situations.

Safety education

Prevention is a key part of our mission. We offer a variety of public safety education programs designed to help our community stay safe.

Community engagement

Building strong relationships with the community is vital to our success. We engage with residents through events, open houses, and volunteer opportunities.

Upcoming events

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