Family Fireworks Permit

You need a permit to use Family Fireworks in the City of Markham.

Family Fireworks are low-hazard fireworks for recreation. These are often used at religious ceremonies, celebrations, and birthdays. They can include:

Fireworks showers
Fountains
Sparklers
Pinwheels
Roman candles
Other similar fireworks

Family Fireworks do not include:

Cherry bombs
Flash crackers
Firecrackers
Throw-down and step-on torpedoes
Smoke bombs
Table rockets
Other similar devices

If you set off Family Fireworks, you need to have a working fire extinguisher ready.

Take Caution!

Secure your Family Fireworks in a stable base (like a bucket of sand).
Use a safe lighter. This could be a butane barbeque lighter or ignition stick.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions when throwing out used fireworks and/or soak them in water overnight before disposing of them.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions when throwing out defective fireworks. You might also be able to return them and have the distributor or manufacturer throw them out.
Only use fireworks that have been approved for sale or use in Canada.
Keep spectators a safe distance away from the fireworks display. See the manufacturer’s instructions.
Never leave fireworks unattended.

Family Fireworks permits cost $208.50. The City collects this fee during the online application process.

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