TAKE NOTICE that the proposed Open Air Burning By-lawwill be brought to Council for second (final) reading on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 320 Esplanade, Sydney, NS.
Intent:
• To repeal the existing Burning By-law and adopt a new Open Air Burning By-law that modernizes the Municipality’s regulations governing outdoor burning, improves public and firefighter safety, aligns with current provincial wildfire restrictions, and establishes clear requirements for permitted open-air burning.
Copies of the proposed New Open Air Burning By-law are available from the Office of the Municipal Clerk and on the CBRM website.
Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed amendments is welcome to make a presentation at the Public Hearing or make a written submission. Written submissions will be accepted by email (clerksoffice@cbrm.ns.ca) or mail no later than 4:00 p.m. on July 29th, 2026. Written submissions must include your full name and address for the public record.
For further information, please contact:
Office of the Municipal Clerk
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
clerksoffice@cbrm.ns.ca
902-563-5010