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Fireworks Legality in Toronto, Ontario
Understand how local bylaws treat consumer fireworks, and when usage is allowed.
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Typical fines and enforcement
CAD $600-$1,000
Municipal Code Chapter 466 and parks bylaws are enforced by bylaw officers. Typical fines include $600 for possession or discharge in parks, $700 for use after 11:00 p.m. on permitted days, and $1,000 for firecrackers or unpermitted use on other days. Report violations via 311.
Always confirm with the latest official notices or municipal postings before making plans.
City rules at a glance
Consumer fireworks are restricted to limited device types.
Sale periods: Temporary vendors may sell consumer fireworks on Victoria Day and Canada Day and the seven days before each, plus Diwali Day and the seven days before.
Use hours: Consumer fireworks may be discharged without a permit on private property until 11:00 p.m. on Victoria Day and Canada Day; all other days require a Toronto Fire Services permit and still end by 11:00 p.m.
Permit required: Yes
Age restrictions: 18+ required to discharge consumer fireworks; children under 18 may not set them off and must be supervised.
Official guidance
Source: Use & Disposal of Fireworks - City of Toronto
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Polite neighbour notice
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Hi neighbour, Just a quick reminder that consumer fireworks in Toronto, Ontario are restricted to specific devices and hours. Listed hours: Consumer fireworks may be discharged without a permit on private property until 11:00 p.m. on Victoria Day and Canada Day; all other days require a Toronto Fire Services permit and still end by 11:00 p.m.. Could we stick to the permitted schedule so everyone stays safe and compliant? Reference: https://www.cityrules.info/fireworks/canada/ontario/toronto
Frequently asked questions
Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.