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Emergency Services Fees

Beaver Emergency Services Commission charges for emergency response to structure fires, wildland fires on private property & motor vehicle accidents & incidents.  Fees/rates available here

Current Fire Ban Status

Fire Restriction

All Fire Permits are Suspended and No New Permits are being issued at this time.

The Beaver County region does not fall within the Forest Protection Areas of Alberta

Fire Safety Codes

Fire Safety Inspections and inspections for Occupancy Permits are administered by Beaver Emergency Services Commission(BESC) and could take up to 10 days. Contact the BESC office 780-336-3041 for information.

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  • Administration Office
  • 4924 - 53 Avenue, Viking Alberta
  • PO Box 449, Viking AB T0B 4N0
  • Phone: 780.336.3041
  • Fax: 780.336.3047
  • info@besc.ca
  • Office Hours: 8:30-4:30 Closed for Lunch
  • Beaver Emergency Services Commission 2023
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Effective immediately Monday September 15, 2025, Beaver Emergency Services Commission has declared a FIRE RESTRICTION for all Municipalities in Beaver County

Fire Restriction

 

 

The Beaver County Region, including all towns, villages and hamlets therein, are now under a Fire Restriction.

There is an increased risk of wildfire due to dry conditions and prolonged high temperatures.

 

The Beaver County Region, including all towns, villages and hamlets therein, are now under a Fire Restriction as there is an increased risk of wildfire due to dry conditions and prolonged high temperatures.

All existing fire permits are cancelled and open burns must be extinguished. Fire permits will not be issued during the restriction.

All open-air burning, including large and small brush piles consisting of leaves and/or tree prunings used for yard cleanup, are prohibited.

Fireworks and exploding targets are also prohibited during the restriction.

Fires in approved fire pits or appliances that don’t require a fire permit are still allowed. Details can be found at https://besc.ca/fire-permits/

Construction guidelines for an approved fire pit can be found at https://besc.ca/fire-permits/fire-pits-and-burn-barrels/. An application is not required to have an approved pit. Property owners are responsible to ensure the fire pit meets the guidelines

Residents should also exercise caution when engaging in activities that could provide an unintended ignition source (welding, grinding, ATV use, etc.).

Fire officials will continue to monitor conditions. A fire ban may be issued without further notice. We will update the public of any change at www.besc.ca and www.albertafirebans.ca.

 

Off-Highway Vehicles can start wildfires – check frequently to ensure hotspots are free of debris, and make sure mufflers and spark arrestors are working properly.

Ensure winds are projected to be less than 10 km/hr for the duration of your burn.

Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished.

This Fire Restriction will remain in effect until further notice.