Fireworks

The Town of Whitby regulates the sale and discharge of fireworks through the Fireworks By-law. If you're planning to sell fireworks, you may need to apply for a fireworks mobile sales permit.

You don't need a permit to buy or use consumer fireworks for personal use on the following days:

  • New Years' Eve
  • New Years' Day
  • Victoria Day
  • Canada Day - July 1
  • Diwali - October 20, 2025

If you plan to purchase and use consumer fireworks on any other day of the year, you will need to complete the Consumer Firework Permit Application and submit it to:

Station No. 5, Fire Headquarters
111 McKinney Dr
Whitby, ON L1R 3M2

A copy of the Consumer Firework Permit Application can be downloaded here.

You need a permit to discharge display fireworks during an event. Please complete the Display Fireworks Permit Application and submit it to:

Station No. 5, Fire Headquarters
111 McKinney Dr
Whitby, ON L1R 3M2

You must submit the application at least 15 days before the event.

Contact us for a copy of the Display Fireworks Permit Application.

Fees

Review our fees and charges by-law to find out the permit fees.

If you plan to discharge indoor pyrotechnics or fireworks, you must complete an Indoor Pyrotechnics/Fireworks permit and submit it to:

Station No. 5, Fire Headquarters
111 McKinney Dr
Whitby, ON L1R 3M2

You must submit the application at least 15 days before the event.

Contact us for a copy of the Indoor Pyrotechnics/Fireworks permit application.

Fees

Review our fees and charges by-law to find out the permit fees. 

Fireworks safety

Fireworks can be dangerous if not handled responsibly.

Give Space

  • Make sure you aren’t close to houses, trees, cars, overhead wires or dry grass
  • Keep onlookers a safe distance away from the area where the fireworks are discharged
  • Set fireworks at a 10-degree angle, pointing away from people

Be Safe

  • Appoint one responsible person to light fireworks
  • Carefully read and follow the label directions on fireworks packaging
  • Use a good firing base such as a pail filled with dirt or sand
  • Keep a water hose or pail of water close by
  • Never try to light a firework in your hand or re-light dud fireworks
  • Sparkler wires remain hot after burnout, soak them in water immediately
  • Always supervise children near fireworks and sparklers
  • Always light the fuse at its tip

If someone gets burned, run cool water over the wound for three to five minutes and seek medical attention, if necessary.

View additional resources for tips on how to safely handle and discharge fireworks:

Contact Us

Town of Whitby

575 Rossland Road East
Whitby, ON L1N 2M8

905-430-4300
service@whitby.ca

Contact the Town of Whitby

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