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Family Fireworks

Family Fireworks are low-hazard firework articles designed for recreational use by the public which are classified as type F.1 explosives under the Canadian Explosives Act and Regulations, including but not limited to: showers, golden rain, lawn lights, pinwheels, roman candles, and volcanoes, but does not include party poppers or sparklers containing less than 2 mg of explosive substance.

These can be discharged without a permit during the holiday periods that are listed in the Fireworks Bylaw:

Fireworks permitted holidays

Family fireworks can only be discharged on the following holidays:

  • Victoria Day - three (3) days before and three (3) days after
  • Canada Day - three (3) days before and three (3) days after
  • Diwali - on the day of only
  • Lunar New Year - on the day of only

Apply for a Family Fireworks Permit

To discharge Family Fireworks outside of the above holidays, you must submit a Family Fireworks Permit Application. This application will be reviewed and approved by the Fire Chief or Official Fire Designate. 

Once approved, a fee is required and must be paid before the permit is valid. 

Apply for Family Fireworks Permit

View the full Fireworks Bylaw (PDF) 

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