Brampton makes move to ban personal fireworks to address complaints

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Brampton is moving to ban private fireworks on holidays after a “significant increase” in complaints about safety, noise and debris.

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A city council committee has passed a motion immediately banning the use and sale of fireworks in Brampton, but it must be approved by the city council at its meeting on Monday.

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Mayor Patrick Brown said residents should be able to celebrate the holiday safely without disruption, excessive noise or debris.

Currently, short-range fireworks are allowed on private property in Brampton on Victoria Day, Canada Day, Diwali and New Year’s Eve without requiring a permit.

Brampton says if the new motion is approved, it will add fireworks to the city’s annual Diwali celebration event, similar to those on Canada Day and New Year’s Eve in 2023.

Environment Canada warned last month that “high levels of air pollution” could be expected in parts of Toronto and surrounding areas due to expected fireworks on Diwali, why the major Hindu holiday was chosen. questioned about. Diwali mention.