Use of Consumer Fireworks

The City reminds residents that the use of fireworks are permitted on the Victoria Day and Canada Day holiday or on the three calendar days immediately preceding Victoria Day and Canada Day as per the City’s bylaw 520.5.7. The use of personal fireworks is deemed approved by the Chief Fire Official if they meet the following conditions:

• The fireworks are discharged on Victoria Day and Canada Day or on the three calendar days immediately preceding Victoria Day and Canada Day.
• Fireworks are discharged between sunset and 11:00 p.m. on the days specified above.
• Fireworks are discharged on lands owned by the person who sets off the consumer fireworks, or if he or she is not the owner, they have written permission from the property owner prior to doing so.
• The discharge of fireworks is performed in a safe manner so that fallout or debris lands on property the person owns or if he or she is not the owner, that they have written permission from the property owner to do so.
• The discharge of fireworks occurs in appropriate weather conditions
• Fireworks are discharged in accordance with the manufacturer’s safety instructions for each individual ordinance.
• The discharge of fireworks only occurs when a suitable means of extinguishment is readily available.
• The discharge of the fireworks are only handled and discharged by persons over 18 years of age.
• After discharge, the fireworks, casings, or other debris, are completely extinguished so as not to create a fire hazard.

Residents are also reminded to continue adhering to the gathering restrictions and physical distancing measures in place to reduce the spread of Covid-19. Do not gather with family and friends in person, instead set up a video call or pick up the phone to connect. Please limit your celebrations to those you live with only, even if this does not include all members of your family.

For more information, please contact the City’s Customer Contact Centre at 519-759-4150.