Celebrate Victoria Day the safe way: Fireworks rules every resident should know

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The official start to summer may still be a few weeks away, but with longer days and warmer weather already here, many of us are looking forward to celebrating the Victoria Day long weekend. Whether you’re planting your garden, enjoying a park or patio, or spending time with friends and family, it’s a time to relax and enjoy. It is also a great reminder that we all play a role in being good neighbours and keeping safety in mind – so everyone can enjoy the weekend safely.

Fireworks for Victoria Day

The City of Mississauga is reminding residents to follow the Fireworks By-law, related rules and other safety measures when using fireworks at home so that celebrations are safe and enjoyable for everyone.

This Victoria Day, you can light fireworks at home, on your private property, on Monday, May 18 from 6 to 10 p.m.

In 2025, Council voted to amend the Fireworks By-Law to add additional restrictions to further improve community safety and reduce the negative impacts of fireworks. These changes include:

• Prohibiting the use, sale, distribution and possession of roman candle fireworks.
• Restricting the sale of fireworks to only 10 days leading up to the holiday, not including the day of.
• No longer allowing permits for consumer fireworks. Only permits for display or professional fireworks will be approved.

Where you cannot use consumer fireworks has not changed – they are not allowed in parks, parking lots, streets, sidewalks, or property you don’t own.

Remember to be respectful of your neighbours, keep safety top of mind, and follow all by-law requirements. Remember, when using fireworks, make safety a part of your plan to keep everyone safe.

When submitting a fireworks complaint, refrain from calling 911 unless someone is injured or there is a fire risk due to improper use of fireworks. To submit a complaint about illegal use of fireworks, visit the City’s fireworks webpage or call 311.

Learn more about the use of fireworks in Mississauga and the process for reporting illegal use of fireworks.

Fire safety during Victoria Day long weekend

Stay safe while barbecuing (BBQ) or cooking outdoors

Taking advantage of the warmer weather by attending or hosting an outdoor cookout or BBQ? Make fire safety a priority:

• Never leave a barbecue unattended.
• Never cook or barbecue in your garage.
• Keep your barbecue away from fences and buildings.
• Clean your grill after each use.
• Review the City’s BBQ safety guide for more tips.

Follow rules for open air burning

You can also enjoy your outdoor fireplace, fire pit or smokehouse without a permit between sunrise and 11 p.m., as long as you follow the rules of the City’s Open Air Burning By-law.

You must:

• Make sure the smoke and smell from your fire doesn’t cause a nuisance.
• Never leave the fire unattended until it is extinguished.
• Ensure your fire is located at least five metres away from any building, structure, property line, tree, fence, roadway, or anything that could catch fire.

Whether you’re barbecuing or enjoying an outdoor fire, always keep a fire extinguisher or hose nearby.

Learn more about fire safety.

Parking, park etiquette, and being a good neighbour

On-street parking on Victoria Day

On-street parking is allowed on Victoria Day beyond the five-hour limit, from 8 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.

Remember to follow all parking rules and signs. You are not allowed to park your vehicle in any areas with ‘no parking’ signs posted. Do not block the sidewalk, fire route, bike lane or a neighbour’s driveway when parking.

Be a good neighbour

When hosting or attending a party or gathering, be respectful of your neighbours to avoid complaints or fines. Make sure to follow the rules of the City’s Noise Control By-law – noise such as yelling or partying that can disturb nearby residents should be kept down on Monday to Saturday from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., and from Saturday 11 p.m. to 9 a.m. Sunday. Gather responsibly to prevent negative impacts on the surrounding neighbourhood.

Parking in parks

Heading to the lakefront or any of Mississauga’s parks? Only park in designated areas within parks and neighbourhoods. Illegally parked vehicles not only compromise neighbourhood safety but also make it difficult for emergency service vehicles to access the area.

Parking illegally can also result in a fine. Until Wednesday, September 30, parking and stopping violations will incur a fine of $100 or more on local roads, in City parks and municipal parking lots south of Lakeshore Road.

Park etiquette

When visiting Mississauga’s parks, it’s important to follow park etiquette:

• Throw out your litter in the correct container.
• Always pick up after your dog and keep them leashed.
• Avoid feeding wildlife.
• Barbecue in designated areas only.
• Dispose of hot coals properly in the designated bins.

This long weekend, remember to be a good neighbour. Be kind to one another, and please be respectful of City staff who will be working to help ensure you and those around you have a fun and safe Victoria Day long weekend.

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