Ramara Township council unanimously decided to amend the fireworks bylaw to ban the use of fireworks within the boundary area of Lagoon City during its meeting Monday night.
In 2021, the township implemented a fireworks bylaw to reduce accidents and environmental risks, a news release said. Through this bylaw, certain areas of the township were required to apply for a fireworks permit through the Fire and Rescue Services department and follow all outlined requirements.
Fireworks are banned in the following areas:
- Boundary area of Lagoon City
- Short-Term rental accommodation locations
- Fireworks are banned when a fire ban is in effect
- Fireworks must not be used on any municipally owned land or roadway
A Fireworks permit is required, other than on specific holidays, in the following areas:
- Bayshore Village
- All properties within the Township of Ramara that are zoned:
- Shoreline Residential (SR)
- Village Residential (VR)
- Hamlet (H)
Before requesting a fireworks permit, the public is reminded of the following:
- There must be a minimum clear area of 30 metres by 30 metres
- No person shall discharge fireworks within 100 metres of any place where explosives,
- gasoline or other highly flammable substances are sold or stored
- A extinguishing agent must be on hand
- Wind speed must not exceed 20 km/hr
- Tenants requesting a permit must receive authorization from the owner
Learn more about the restrictions of fireworks in Ramara here.
