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Getting ready to set off your Victoria Day or Canada Day fireworks? Learn what kinds of fireworks are permitted in the City of Burlington and check out our safety tips.

You must follow these rules for the sale, purchasing and use of fireworks in Burlington:

The sale of low-hazard family fireworks is regulated by our Business Licensing Bylaw.

Even with low-hazard fireworks, there are still risks. Watch this National Fire Protection Association fireworks safety video:

If you are having fireworks at your event or tournament, you will require:

If there is an immediate danger to health or property due to fireworks, call 9-1-1.

If you have a fire safety concern related to the use of fireworks, please contact our non-emergency line at 905-637-8253.

If you have a personal safety concern related to fireworks, contact the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) Non-Emergency Line at 905-825-4777.

You can report noise complaints from fireworks by calling the HRPS Non-Emergency Line at 905-825-4777 or our bylaw office after hours answering service at 905-335-7731 (press 3).

The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to go to a public display or enjoy one virtually hosted by trained and certified professionals. If you choose to have a family or an informal neighbourhood fireworks display, check out these tips:

Sparklers are particularly popular with kids. They may be small in size, but they burn extremely hot. Even after burning out, sparklers can stay hot. Place sparklers and fireworks in a metal bucket of water or sand to cool down after use.

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