Are fireworks allowed?

Fireworks — Courtenay, British Columbia: Fire Protective Services Bylaw No. 2556, 2008

In the City of Courtenay, British Columbia, fireworks rules are set by Fire Protective Services Bylaw No. 2556, 2008, verified 2026-08-28. Sale or use restricted: sale, possession, discharge. Permit available: Yes, from the Fire Chief or an Officer designated by the Fire Chief.

Fire Protective Services Bylaw No. 2556, 2008 adopted bylaw

sale or use restricted	sale, possession, discharge	s. 69, s. 70
permit available	Yes, from the Fire Chief or an Officer designated by the Fire Chief	s. 67(1), s. 68(1), s. 80

scout note

Bans sale, possession, or discharge of low- and high-hazard fireworks and firecrackers except by permit for a Council-authorized public event; persons under 18 may not possess, sell, or light fireworks; violations ticketed.