Residents invited to attend large public display in Nobleton on May 22
Township of King, Ont. — The Township of King will be enforcing its fireworks bylaw on the Victoria Day weekend to help keep residents and property safe.
Instead of setting off private fireworks, residents are being encouraged to attend the Nobleton Victoria Day Fireworks display on Monday, May 22 at the Nobleton Arena. For the best views, attendees are welcome to sit in the field behind the Nobleton Arena at 15 Old King Road. The show starts at dusk.
The day will also feature a parade at 11 a.m. and a fair with live entertainment, food and retail vendors from noon until 4 p.m. A midway with rides runs from noon until 9 p.m. The band The Practically Hip will provide live music starting at 7:30 p.m.
For more information on the events, including the parade route, visit king.ca/nobletonvictoriaday.
Anyone who decides to set off private fireworks must do so under the following guidelines:
- Fireworks can only be set off between dusk and 11 p.m. on the designated days
- Fireworks can only be set off on the Victoria Day holiday, Canada Day and the third day of the Diwali Festival.
- Vendors will now require a permit to sell fireworks within King Township
- Fireworks cannot be set off on any public land, including parks, parking lots or roads.
They are potential fire hazards and the loud noises they make can negatively impact pets, livestock, wild animals and people sensitive to loud noises.
Enforcement will take place over the Victoria Day weekend, including stationed officers and officers on general patrol. Enforcement will include any prohibited activity occurring in parks or on roads.
To report a complaint or concern, contact the Bylaw Division directly at (905) 833-4002 or by email at by-law@king.ca. Please report any issues as soon as possible.
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Mayor Steve Pellegrini
Township of King
“Fireworks are beautiful but are also potentially dangerous if not used properly. Instead of setting off your own, plan to attend the fabulous display in Nobleton.”
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Media contact
Jason Ballantyne, Communications Officer
Township of King | Phone: 416-559-5093 | Email: jballantyne@king.ca