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Montrose fireworks rules

Are fireworks allowed in Montrose?

Montrose, British ColumbiaChecked against official textSources read 2026-11-08

Short answer

In Montrose, individuals cannot set off fireworks. Permits go only to a person representing a recognized organization or group for a celebration, and firecrackers are banned outright. Selling or buying fireworks or firecrackers in the Village is not allowed.

Key facts

Setting off fireworksNot as an individual. Possessing or setting off fireworks (sparklers excluded) needs a permit, but permits are only issued to a person representing a recognized organization or group for a celebration. Firecrackers are banned outright.Fireworks and Firecracker Regulation Bylaw No. 731, ss. 4(1), 5(1) · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
Official wording
No person shall possess, fire, set off or discharge firecrackers.
No person shall, at any time, possess or explode or set off fireworks, excluding sparklers, unless that person has first obtained a Permit approved by the Fire Chief
A Permit will only be issued to a person representing a
recognized organization or group for a celebration, such as a
Selling fireworksNot allowed. No sale or purchase of fireworks or firecrackers is permitted in the Village.Fireworks and Firecracker Regulation Bylaw No. 731, s. 3(1) · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
Official wording
No sale or purchase of Fireworks or Firecrackers in the Village of Montrose is permitted.
What counts as fireworks"Fireworks" are devices that explode or burn to produce visual or sound effects, plus other explosives designated under provincial or federal law. It excludes signalling devices such as flares and fuses used by motorists, railroads and police. Sparklers are excluded from the permit rule; firecrackers are banned separately.Fireworks and Firecracker Regulation Bylaw No. 731, ss. 2, 5(1) · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
Official wording
FIREWORKS means devices that explode or burn to produce visual or
does not include torpedoes, flares, fuses or similar
excluding sparklers
PermitA permit is only issued to a person representing a recognized organization or group for a celebration such as a Village-sponsored event, Canada Day, New Year's or Halloween. Apply in writing to the Fire Chief of the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary. No fee is stated.Fireworks and Firecracker Regulation Bylaw No. 731, ss. 2, 5(4)-(5) · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
Official wording
A Permit will only be issued to a person representing a
recognized organization or group for a celebration, such as a Village sponsored event, Canada Day, News Years and
FIRE CHIEF means the Fire Chief of the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary or their designate.
FineNo ticket amount is set. On conviction, a fine of up to $1,000 plus costs.Fireworks and Firecracker Regulation Bylaw No. 731, s. 9(1) · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
Official wording
liable to a fine not exceeding One Thousand
BylawFireworks and Firecracker Regulation Bylaw, Bylaw #731Fireworks and Firecracker Regulation Bylaw No. 731, s. 1 · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-08
Official wording
SHORT TITLE 1. (1) This Bylaw may be cited as the "FIREWORKS AND FIRECRACKER REGULATION BYLAW" DEFINTIONS 2. FIRE CHIEF means the Fire Chief of the Regional District of Kootenay
THE CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF MONTROSE BYLAW #731 A BYLAW TO REGULATE FIREWORKS AND FIRECRACKERS

How it works

The Village's Fireworks and Firecracker Regulation Bylaw No. 731 requires a permit to possess or set off fireworks (sparklers are excluded). A permit is issued only to a person representing a recognized organization or group for a celebration, such as a Village-sponsored event, Canada Day, New Year's or Halloween. Firecrackers are banned outright. No one may sell or buy fireworks or firecrackers in the Village.

Steps

  1. Apply in writing to the Fire Chief of the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary. No fee is stated.
  2. Setting off Class 7 high-hazard fireworks also needs a Fireworks Supervisor Card.

Good to know

  • Fireworks are devices that explode or burn to produce visual or sound effects. Signalling devices such as flares and fuses used by motorists, railroads and police are excluded.
  • A permit can be rescinded if a fire ban is imposed.
  • No ticket amount is set. On conviction, a fine of up to $1,000 plus costs.
  • Questions: Village Office, 250-367-7234.

Official forms and pages

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Sources

  1. Fireworks and Firecracker Regulation Bylaw No. 731 (PDF), Village of Montrose (read 2026-11-08)
  2. Contacts, Village of Montrose (read 2026-11-08)

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