Fireworks for the general public can only be unloaded in private rural areas. Permits cannot be issued for properties within the boundaries of Sherwood Park or rural hamlets. They cannot be released on public land without special permission from the county and are prohibited at any time in any of the rural hamlets. Consumer fireworks can be purchased, owned, or turned off privately by Strathcona County residents with a valid fireworks permit. The use of “fireworks” is strictly prohibited in Alberta and illegal at all times. Only the landowner/Leasor or the person with the written permission of the landowner/Leasor has the right to apply for a fireworks permit. All applicants must be over 18 years of age. It is the responsibility of the fireworks licence holder to know the rules and regulations of the municipality in which they will shoot the fireworks (i.e., if they need a permit, is there a fire ban or fire restriction?). – Municipal websites (where unloading will take place) – note www.AlbertaFireBans.ca: On the advice and in partnership with Alberta Health Services, the City of Calgary will issue limited fireworks permits as long as COVID restrictions are in place. When you buy your fireworks, the label clearly indicates the space you need to prevent property damage or injury (this is a federal requirement). Show fireworks are those used in community celebrations such as New Year`s Eve or Canada Day. Fireworks and fireworks may only be lit or fired in Calgary by a trained and certified professional who holds a fireworks licence.
This includes consumer fireworks purchased or ordered outside of Calgary. Here are the best practices for the disposal of used and unused fireworks: No one may unload, set fire or light fireworks if the wind speed exceeds 45 km/h or if, in the opinion of firefighters, the weather conditions present an excessive fire hazard. Measure the room from which you can get to the next building, shed, house, tree or shrub. You will need this information when you buy fireworks. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, be the legal landowner, or have written permission from the legal landowner to obtain a fireworks permit. Fireworks permits can be obtained from licensed fireworks dealers throughout Wetaskiwin County. Fireworks are allowed in Rocky View County, but residents must follow the guidelines, requirements, and permit process. You are responsible for all fireworks you have in your possession. Do not use fireworks if the wind exceeds 45 km / h or if there is a fire ban.
Permits are still required to light, shoot or install fireworks, pyrotechnics and film special effects. If the fireworks are larger than 3 inches in diameter, a fire safety officer must be present at the event. Have a responsible adult handle and unload the fireworks. The sale and use of fireworks in Strathcona County is governed by three statutes, including the Alberta Fire Code and federal legislation. The Fire Protection Department issues permits for all pyrotechnic items, including consumer fireworks and fireworks. The Calgary Fire Department is the authority in Calgary to approve permits for fireworks, pyrotechnics and film special effects. All fire and fireworks permits are suspended during a fire consultation, as open burning is not permitted. Recreational fires with appropriate screens are allowed. These include charcoal barbecues, recreational fires in campsites and, if necessary, in parks. The Parkland County Fire Licence Ordinance and the Alberta Fire Code include regulations so you can enjoy fireworks safely.
Send an email cmsfpspecialevents@edmonton.ca for your website to be pre-approved (free of charge). You must have a certified professional fireworks display. The minimum certification is “Display Assistant”. A registered and labelled portable fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2 A (2.5 gallons of water) or a water supply (loaded garden hose) must be provided in the immediate vicinity where fireworks are unloaded, fired or ignited. Applications for fireworks permits are issued temporarily electronically. Please allow at least two business days before your event so that your approval can be processed. Please follow the application process as described at the top of this page. No person under the age of 18 may possess, handle, unload, set fire to or light fireworks. Whether you need a permit to sell fireworks, a daycare inspection, a special event, or a permit of occupation, you can book a firefighter inspection directly from this website.
If you shoot high-risk fireworks, you must apply for a permit for high-risk fireworks. Public fireworks can only be unloaded on private rural land. Always have a proper fire extinguisher and water supply nearby if you are using fireworks. (c) that a responsible person participates in fireworks at all times; The applicant confirms that they will not shoot, light or release fireworks on private land unless they: Work with the fireworks professional to purchase the product that suits the space you have. When considering using this category of fireworks, it is especially important to remember that no one is allowed to shoot fireworks in Wetaskiwin County unless a fireworks permit under the Wetaskiwin County Fire Department Order has been issued by an authorized retailer. No person may unload, fire or light fireworks when a municipal or provincial fire ban is in force. Identify where you want to unload the fireworks. You must have a permit before installing or lighting fireworks, pyrotechnics or special effects. Please call 311 to apply for a permit, the normal processing time is 7-10 days. Consumer fireworks are often lit during special events such as Canada Day and New Year`s Eve.
Once your celebration is over, fireworks can be a mess to clean up. Fireworks, if properly disposed of, can be dangerous to you, the people handling your waste and the environment. Always follow the manufacturer`s instructions for safe disposal. If you are an organizer or company responsible for making and shooting fireworks, you will need to follow these steps to apply for a high or low level fireworks permit: Family Fireworks/Consumption (Low Risk) Permit Fee (per permit, per event): $147 You can apply for a fireworks permit online. The Parkland County Fire Permit Ordinance prohibits fireworks for consumers on all other days of the year. No person may unload, fire or detonate fireworks in any place or manner that presents a danger to a person or property. Fireworks are specially designed and clearly marked by the manufacturer for such use, and fireworks and pyrotechnic fireworks permits are issued only to licensed pyrotechnic professionals and only at the discretion of the Fire Marshal. Please apply at least one week before your fireworks display or two weeks before a nearby show or on a major holiday. A licensed fireworks instructor can apply for a one-day fireworks drop permit on any day of the year.
Applications must be submitted for review and processing at least 14 days prior to the event. The use of fireworks, fireworks or explosions without permission violates the National Fire Code (Alberta Edition) or the City of Calgary by-laws and may result in fines or prosecution. All fireworks in Strathcona County require a permit. Permits are free of charge. Applications for fireworks permits are issued temporarily electronically. Apply via the online form. Please save the PDF on your desk, fill it out and email it to Fire Prevention. No person may fire fireworks on a road, road permit, public beach or park in any place or manner that creates a danger or nuisance to any person or property unless the person or property obtains prior written authorization from the municipal fire department on private land, unless the person obtains the prior written consent of the owner or occupant of that property and the owner or resident of the neighbouring country. on which debris could reasonably fall, and provide the municipal fire department with a copy of the required consent Follow all instructions on the firecracker label. The label clearly indicates the space you MUST have to avoid property damage or injury.
The use of fireworks can be a safe practice if all processes and precautions are followed: during a fire ban, no outdoor combustion of any kind is allowed. This includes the use of fireworks. Cooking and recreational appliances that generate heat and can be turned off using a switch or button can be used during a fire ban. This includes, but is not limited to, gas barbecues. Fire and fireworks permits will be temporarily suspended. Failure to comply with the National Fire Code (Alberta Edition) can result in fines and even jail time, as described in the Safety Codes Act. Non-compliance is defined as failure to obtain the necessary permits prior to the installation or lighting of fireworks or fireworks.