Burning Regulations for the District of Sooke

There still seems to be a lot of confusion as to when residents can do outdoor burning in Sooke. Burning is permitted from October 1 to April 30 ONLY when the Venting Index as set by Environment Canada is rated GOOD. There are three ratings, Good, Fair and Poor. Only a GOOD rating for Southern Vancouver Island are days burning is permitted. To find out the Venting Index go to the following website: http://www.weatheroffice.pyr.ec.gc.ca/wxhealth/smoke/forecast_e.html?Smoke=YYJ

Note: The penalty for burning on poor or fair venting days or from May 1 to September 30 can be a ticket for $200.00. So better to check the forecast than get the ticket. For additional information check the District of Sooke Website at www.sooke.ca and look for Burning Regulations.

If you find someone burning on a day that is not permitted contact the Sooke Fire Rescue Service at 250 642-5422 during regular office hours. After hours and on weekends you can call our dispatcher - Langford Fire Department at 250 478-9555 and request the Sooke Duty Officer be called out for your complaint.