Fireworks Safety

In order to use fireworks within the City of Edmonton, you are required to have a Fireworks Permit.

Fireworks Permit Requirements

To qualify for a permit, you must demonstrate:

• You are the property owner or, if you are not the property owner, you have written permission from the owner and proof of insurance coverage
• You have at least 400 square metres of space to set off the fireworks (10 metres in every direction.)

Where to obtain a Fire Permit

Edmonton Fire Rescue’s Fire Prevention section issues fireworks permits. The Fire Prevention office is located at 10425-106 Ave, and is open Monday to Fridays between 8am and 4:30pm. You can access the Fire Prevention office from the northeast corner of the building.

Purchasing fireworks for Use Outside of Edmonton

Anyone who wants to purchase fireworks for use outside of Edmonton must have written permission from the authority having jurisdiction (Local Fire Department) in the region in which the fireworks will be used. This permission must have a date no older than 2 weeks before the time of purchase.

Fireworks Safety Tips:

• Before you use fireworks, always check https://albertafirebans.ca/ to find out if there is a fire ban in effect.
• Before you use fireworks, check the weather conditions to ensure the wind conditions are safe.
• Follow all of the instructions for the safe use of the fire works paying special attention to personal and public safety measures.
• Follow all of the restrictions for storage and use to ensure that the firework performs as expected.
• Have a responsible adult handle and discharge the fireworks.
• Keep fireworks and sparklers away from children.
• Always have a supply of water nearby when using fireworks.

For More Information

Fire Prevention Office

Telephone	780-496-3628