Special Effect Pyrotechnics

Special Effect Pyrotechnics are explosives used to produce a special effect in a film or television production or a performance before a live audience. They are explosives which may be classified as type F.3 in Canada’s Explosives Act.

Fireworks accessories classified as Type F.4 under the Act; black powder and hazard category PE 1 black powder substitutes classified as Type P.1; smokeless powder and hazard category PE 3 black powder substitutes classified as Type P.2; initiation systems classified as Type I (such as blasting accessories); detonating cord classified as Type E.1; and low-hazard special purpose explosives (Type S.1) and high-hazard special purpose explosives (Type S.2).

Apply for a Special Effects Pyrotechnics Permit

To discharge Special Effects Pyrotechnics in the County of Brant, you must submit a Special Events Pyrotechnics Permit Application. This application will be reviewed and approved by the Fire Chief or Official Fire Designate.

View the full Fireworks Bylaw (PDF)

 

Page last updated on October 16, 2025

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