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Crop Residue Burning Restrictions – August 1 to November 15, 2025

From Friday, August 1 to Saturday, November 15, 2025, crop residue burning is not authorized except by permit in the following municipalities:

  • Rosser
  • Headingley
  • St. François Xavier
  • Cartier
  • Macdonald
  • Ritchot
  • Taché
  • Springfield
  • East St. Paul
  • West St. Paul

Special Notice for August 21, 2025:
Due to poor ventilation conditions, crop residue burning is not authorized anywhere in Manitoba on Thursday, August 21, except by permit.

Permit Information

To apply for a burning permit, please contact:

📞 204-745-5646 or 1-800-265-1233 (toll-free)
📧 Email: CropResidueBurning@gov.mb.ca
🌐 Website: www.manitoba.ca

  • Burning in designated Burning Permit Areas requires a permit issued by Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources.
  • Burning within City of Winnipeg boundaries requires a permit from the City of Winnipeg.
  • Please consult your local RM office for additional restrictions.

Important Reminders

  • Nighttime burning of crop residues is banned year-round.
  • Safe burning practices must be followed, including:
    • Adequate fire-guarding
    • Proper supervision
    • Ensuring smoke does not obscure public roadways or affect neighboring residents

Before burning, consider alternative uses for your straw. Visit the Hay and Straw Listing Service:
🔗 http://web31.gov.mb.ca/HayListClntExtrnl/

Caution is advised when burning crop residues.

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