Halloween Fireworks

• Fireworks are a Halloween tradition in B.C., but many cities regulate them

  While some cities permit fireworks on Halloween night, many municipalities across the province have banned their use, including Vancouver, Kelowna, Coquitlam, Kamloops and Surrey.

  Canada

  Oct 27, 2022
  
• Wet weather means Halloween fireworks will go ahead in parts of Metro Vancouver

  While fireworks are legal in some Metro Vancouver cities, the prolonged autumn drought had officials in many of those communities considering banning them due to fire risk.

  Fire

  Oct 25, 2022
  
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• Halloween fire costs plunge in Vancouver in first year of firework ban

  Firefighters say the total cost for issues related to fireworks fell more than $400,000 on Halloween 2021 and that crews were called to fewer fires than in 2020.

  Fire

  Nov 3, 2021
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• British Columbia emergency crews gear up for COVID-19 Halloween

  Firefighters are dealing with the annual concerns around fireworks, while police now have added responsibilities amid a new pandemic order banning gatherings in private homes.

  Health

  Oct 31, 2020
• Vancouver votes to ban the sale, use of Halloween fireworks

  City staff have been directed to report back next year with a plan to ban the retail sale of the pyrotechnics for 2021.

  Nov 5, 2019
• What you need to know to keep your kids safe this Halloween

  "If you are a driver, please be patient with the children who are out trick or treating," said a Vancouver police spokesperson.

  Oct 29, 2019
• Where and when can you set off Halloween fireworks in Metro Vancouver in 2019

  With Halloween approaching, here are the rules around consumer fireworks in your community.

  Oct 28, 2019
• Vancouver council delays vote on banning fireworks after spirited debate

  The decision came after several merchants protested the motion, while other speakers pointed to concerns about noise and safety.

  Oct 25, 2019
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• Vancouver council to debate ban on sale of Halloween fireworks

  "It's been an ongoing issue, especially for the folks who have pets or folks with PTSD," said Coun. Pete Fry.

  Oct 16, 2019
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• The explosive debate continues: Should Vancouver ban Halloween fireworks?

  For some, Halloween is an annual tradition, but for others it's an annual nightmare.

  Oct 27, 2018