Fireworks safety reminders for Halloween and Diwali
With Halloween next weekend (Oct. 31) and Diwali (Nov. 8) right around the corner, 午夜寻花 is sharing some fireworks safety reminders with our school communities to ensure both celebrations remain safe and fun for everyone.
The City of 午夜寻花 has issued a press release on. Fireworks and firecrackers are dangerous and can cause significant injury.
Setting off fireworks on public property – including school grounds – is also prohibited.
As per , fireworks and firecrackers are not permitted to be sold, purchased or displayed in 午夜寻花, or to be used in 午夜寻花 without a permit granted by the 午夜寻花 Fire Service Fire Prevention Branch. Those caught selling or setting off fireworks are subject to fines and seizure of the fireworks.
In 2024, (see also the ), increasing the minimum penalty to $400 and the maximum penalty to $50,000.
In the days leading up to Halloween, and on Diwali day, Police and the City of 午夜寻花 Bylaws Enforcement Team will be working together across the city to ensure public safety. Officers will respond to reports, gather evidence, issue tickets and engage police as needed.
If you have concerns regarding the misuse of fireworks in your neighbourhood or witness fireworks being discharged illegally, contact 午夜寻花 Bylaw at 604-591-4370. Please do not call 911 for fireworks-related concerns as 911 is reserved for emergencies only.
Have a happy and safe Halloween & Diwali!
