𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝

In the District of Summerland, fireworks are illegal except at special events with a Special Permit. Only licensed and trained individuals can apply for a permit which requires adherence to extremely strict conditions and at the discretion of Council, along with the Fire Chief or designate.

What you need to know: 

• The definition of Fireworks is outlined in the Fireworks Act; namely includes cannon crackers, fireballs, fire crackers, mines, Roman candles, sky rockets, squibs, torpedoes, and any other explosive designated as a firework by regulation pursuant to the Fireworks Act.
• The use of fireworks and firecrackers is illegal in the District of Summerland unless a Special Permit is obtained with approval from the District of Summerland Council, along with the Fire Chief.
• The Fire and Life Safety Bylaw prohibits the sale, possession,  discharge, and disposal of fireworks and firecrackers within the District of Summerland’s borders.
• The bylaw is enforced by the Bylaw Enforcement Officers. Residents in violation of any of the provisions of the bylaw shall be liable, on conviction, will be subject to fines and their firework materials confiscated.
• Residents need to be made aware that they may come across fireworks for sale nearby, but they must not be used within the District of Summerland boundary.

For more information about obtaining a Special Permit, contact the Fire Chief at the District of Summerland Fire Department at 250-494-7211.

How to report: 

• To report the use or sale of fireworks, contact Bylaw Services 250-494-6451, option 4 or complete the Bylaw Enforcement Complaint Form - Fillable pdf and return it to: bylaw@summerland.ca.

For more information:

Bylaws
T: 250-494-6451, option 4
E: bylaw@summerland.ca