With the current fire danger rating at high, charcoal barbecues are banned at all District parks and beaches until further notice.
Propane barbecues, however, are still allowed.
As a reminder, smoking and vaping are also not permitted in any DNV parks, playgrounds, recreation areas, or trails.
To protect air quality and prevent the spread of fire, open fires are not allowed in the District.
This includes fires on the ground — such as campfires — as well as fires in containers, even those containers commonly sold in local stores.
Open fires may be allowed with a special occasion permit from the Fire Chief, under the condition that these fires do not cause nuisance with smoke or fumes.
All specially permitted fires must be under constant supervision with fire extinguisher on site.
Charcoal barbecues are also banned at all District of West Vancouver parks.
