Fire Ban in Effect

No Outside Burning Until Further Notice

Please be advised that the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) has announced a Restricted Fire Zone is in effect as of Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 12:01 a.m. local time for the Northwest region.

In collaboration with this announcement, City of Kenora Fire and Emergency Services has issued a City-Wide fire ban for the City of Kenora.

All outside burning is prohibited, including brush and grass burning, backyard fire pits, or cook stoves that use solid fuels (wood or charcoal). BBQs that use propane are permitted with extreme caution.  

All burning permits are cancelled until further notice.

The City of Kenora fire ban will remain in effect until the Restricted Fire Zone is lifted by MNRF.

Have questions? Call Kenora Fire and Emergency Services at 807-467-2090

Transfer Station is Open

The Transfer Station has reopened following the flood clean-up. All services have resumed and the facility is operating its regular hours.

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Kenora's Winter Culinary Event All March Long

By City of Kenora - Mar 02, 2026
Frost Bites, Kenora's annual winter culinary event, kicks off today and runs all March long.
Nine local restaurants are serving up creative twists on three fan favourites, burgers, pizza, and tacos and the best part? You can enjoy all three features at every participating location throughout the entire month.

How it works

  • Order a featured Frost Bites item
  • Receive a stamp on your passport
  • Each stamp equals one ballot toward our grand prize draw
The more you try, the more chances you have to win!
Passports are available at City Hall, the Lake of the Woods Discovery Centre, and all participating restaurants.
Completed passports must be dropped off at the Lake of the Woods Discovery Centre by Wednesday, April 15 at 12:00 p.m. The winner will be announced shortly after.

New this year

Cast your vote on the Frost Bites page at VisitKenora.ca for your favourite Frost Bites dish.
Get out, explore, and taste your way through Frost Bites!
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1 Main Street South
Kenora ON P9N3X2

Phone: 807-467-2000
After hours: 807-467-2080

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Closed on Holidays

 

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