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Fireworks in the City of Nanaimo

Fireworks in the City

A fireworks permit must be obtained at the discretion of the Fire Chief or their delegates in order to discharge any fireworks within the City of Nanaimo at any time.

Obtaining a Fireworks Permit requires ALL the requirements are met as outlined in BYLAW NO. 7049 - A BYLAW TO REGULATE, PROHIBIT AND IMPOSE REQUIREMENTS IN RELATION TO FIREWORKS,

A key requirement component includes proof of a valid Fireworks Supervisor's Certificate and public liability insurance.   Without this certificate, the permit will not be issued.

There are also fees associated with this permit and they are outlined as well in the bylaw.

Without a Fireworks permit, fireworks are NOT permitted within the City of Nanaimo.  This includes the selling, giving or trading, possession of, and firing or discharging fireworks within the City of Nanaimo's boundaries.

Failure to comply to Bylaw No. 7049 may result in a fine.

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Fireworks Permit Application

Last updated: May 29, 2025

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