Firework Safety

Fireworks are only permitted on designated days set out in the Township's Noise Control By-law from dusk to 11:00 p.m. This includes;

New Year's Eve December 31st ONLY

Family Day Friday to Monday

Easter Friday to Monday

Victoria Day Friday to Monday

Canada Day July 1st ONLY

Labour Day Friday to Monday

Thanksgiving Friday to Monday

The Noise Control By-law is designed to reduce and control unusual or unnecessary sounds which may degrade the quality and tranquility of lives within the Township of Lake of Bays.

If you see a violation, submit a complaint through the By-law Reporting Portal.

Safety Tips

Fireworks should only be used in clear areas away from other structures and dry vegetation. Fireworks are not to be used on streets or public property. Please follow these safety precautions when discharging fireworks:

You must be 18 years of age to discharge fireworks and should always wear eye protection and gloves,
Always have water close by, either access to a garden hose or bucket of water,
Spectators must be at least 10 metres away from the fireworks firing line,
Do not attempt to pick-up or re-ignite a firework that did not discharge for at least 30 minutes, and
Dispose of fireworks properly by soaking them in water and then placing them in your trashcan.

Township of Lake of Bays
1012 Dwight Beach Rd
Dwight, ON P0A 1H0
Phone: 705-635-2272
Toll-free: 1-877-566-0005
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