In an earlier post, I noted the need to update the Fireworks By-law to permit fireworks on Diwali. The Operations, Transit and Emergency Services Committee will consider a revised by-law at the May 6 meeting that proposes to do just that. Members of our community who celebrate Diwali will be present to introduce us to this festival.
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Diwali Fireworks
November 16, 2012
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The City has learned a lesson this week about being an inclusive community. Our Fireworks By-law only permits the use of fireworks by residents on Canada Day and Victoria Day. These two holidays have had a celebratory tradition of setting off fireworks. An exemption is required to use fireworks on other days e.g. for a […]
April 29, 2013
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