Modern Mississauga and the City of Mississauga have come together to present an ongoing series called “Ask the City.”
We’ll share relevant information here and answer your questions about our city.

Today’s question is about setting off fireworks.

When and where am I allowed to set off fireworks in Mississauga?

Photo captured by Mississauga’s very talented Sanjin Avdicevic Photography

If you’re planning to set off fireworks for the long weekend, you need to make sure you’re following the City’s by-law, rules and regulations.

The City allows fireworks without a permit on Victoria Day, Canada Day, Chinese New Year and Diwali; however, if you’re hoping for a different day to use your fireworks, you’ll need a permit. A City fireworks permit will outline the address where the fireworks can be used. As stated in the by-law, you can’t set off fireworks in Mississauga:

· on a public street or roadway

· in a park without a valid approved permit

Fireworks should only be purchased from a licensed retailer permitted to sell fireworks in Mississauga.

Have a complaint about fireworks in your neighbourhood?

· On private property, call 3-1-1 from Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you’re outside of City limits, call 905-615-4311. For emergencies after hours, call 905-615-3000.

· On public roadways, contact Peel Regional Police.

· In parks, contact the facility watch program at 905-615-4060 (24 hours).

For more information about fireworks, visit mississauga.ca/portal/residents/fireworksregulations

Make sure you’re safe by reviewing fireworks safety before you start!

If you’ve got a question about the City, we want to hear from you!
Please send your questions to info@modernmississauga.com with “Ask the City” in the subject line.