For Lakefield:

You can water your lawn from May 15 until further notice
Only during these times: 7–9 AM and 6–10 PM

For Woodland Acres:

You can water your lawn from June 1 until further notice
Anytime between 7 AM and 10 PM

Important for both places:

If your house number is even, water on even-numbered days (like the 2nd, 4th, 6th…)
If your house number is odd, water on odd-numbered days (like the 1st, 3rd, 5th…)

For more information, check out the Watering Restrictions By-law.

Emergency Alert

Total Burn Ban Lifted – No Brush Burning Still in Effect in Selwyn Township
The Selwyn Fire Department has lifted the Total Burn Ban that was implemented on August 11, 2025, due to high fire risk conditions. Recent improvements in weather and fire risk levels allow for the safe resumption of some burning activities; however, restrictions remain in place.

Permitted:
- Campfires, outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, and chimineas
Prohibited:
- Yard waste and brush burning
- Agricultural burns
Selwyn Township Issues Total Burn Ban Effective Immediately
The Selwyn Fire Department has issued a Total Burn Ban, effective immediately and until further notice, due to increased fire risk in the region. All burn permits are now void.

This ban applies to all open-air burning, including:
- Yard waste and brush burning
- Campfires and bonfires
- Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, and chimineas
- Agricultural burns
- Fireworks

Contact Us

Township of Selwyn

1310 Centre Line
Selwyn, Ontario
Canada K9J 6X5

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