Crop Residue Burning Authorization reminder

From Thursday, August 1, 2024 to Friday, November 15, 2024 crop residue burning is NOT AUTHORIZED, except by permit, in the municipalities of Rosser, Headingley, St. François Xavier, Cartier, Macdonald, Ritchot, Taché, Springfield, East St. Paul and West St. Paul.

For information about applying for a burning permit, please call 204-745-5646 or

Note that burning in the “Burning Permit Areas” requires a permit issued by Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources. Permits issued by the City of Winnipeg are required for burning within the boundaries of the City. Please consult your local RM office for any other restrictions.

Nighttime burning of crop residues is banned year-round.

Safe burning practices, including adequate fire-guarding and proper supervision, must be followed.

Smoke from any crop residue fire must NOT obscure any public roadway or create problems for neighboring residents.

Before you burn, please consider there may be alternative uses for your straw. Please find the hay and straw listing service on the Government of Manitoba web site here.

Caution is advised when burning crop residues.