Provincial fire ban lifted

June 03, 2026

Media Release, Community Safety, Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency

Key points from this story:

• Provincial fire ban lifted June 3, 2026
• Ban included ATVs and UTVs
• Open fires, controlled burns prohibited
• Crown land and provincial parks included
• Local bans may still apply
• Report wildfires: 1-800-667-9660 or 911

The fire ban prohibited any open fires, controlled burns and fireworks in the District (a single incorporated municipality within the NSAD), including, but not limited to, resort subdivisions, northern settlements and titled and leased properties within the fire ban area are included. The fire ban area also included all Crown land, Provincial parks and recreational sites.

The public is reminded that provincial parks, municipalities and R.M.s may still have their own local fire ban, restriction or advisory in place. A list of fire restrictions in provincial parks and recreation sites can be found on the SaskParks website https://saskparks.tourismsaskatchewan.com/alerts-restrictions and the SPSA interactive fire ban map. https://gis.saskatchewan.ca/portal/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=f0a6d16a99944a788be8a633870a4590

Municipalities and provincial parks should continue to monitor local conditions and implement fire bans or burning restrictions as required.

Anyone who spots a wildfire can call 1-800-667-9660, dial 9-1-1 or contact their closest SPSA Forest Protection Area office.

An interactive map of fire bans in the province, fire ban frequently asked questions, fire risk maps and fire prevention tips can all be found at: https://www.saskpublicsafety.ca/.