Burn Ban Today

Is there a burn ban in Victoria County today?

Nova Scotia · Monday, October 12, 2026

No

No — there is no burn ban in Victoria County right now

Burning allowed 2 pm – 8 am

Checked · Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources (BurnSafe)

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Nova Scotia burn bans today

Annapolis County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amAntigonish County: Burning allowed 2 pm – 8 amCape Breton County: Burning allowed 2 pm – 8 amColchester County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amCumberland County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amDigby County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amGuysborough County: Burning allowed 2 pm – 8 amHalifax County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amHants County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amInverness County: Burning allowed 2 pm – 8 amKings County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amLunenburg County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amPictou County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amQueens County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amRichmond County: Burning allowed 2 pm – 8 amShelburne County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amYarmouth County: Burning only 7 pm – 8 amVictoria County: Burning allowed 2 pm – 8 am
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Nearby counties

None of the 8 closest counties has a burn ban.

Questions about burning in Victoria County

Is there a burn ban in Victoria County today?

No. Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources (BurnSafe) lists Victoria County as “Burning allowed 2 pm – 8 am”. Status checked Oct 12, 3:34 AM ADT.

Can I have a campfire or burn brush in Victoria County?

No burn ban is reported, but local bylaws still apply: many municipalities need a fire permit for brush or open burning, and fire pits must meet size and distance rules. Never leave a fire unattended.

Who issues burn bans in Nova Scotia?

During wildfire season (March 15 to October 15) the province sets burning restrictions for each county every day at 2 pm. No brush burning or campfires are allowed between 8 am and 2 pm, and municipal bylaws can be stricter.

Where does this information come from?

From Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources (BurnSafe), checked every hour on Burn Ban Today. Confirm with Victoria County or your local fire department before burning.