City of London
Public Service Announcement
May 14, 2026
As we approach the Victoria Day long weekend, the City of London is reminding residents planning backyard fireworks to adhere to the
Fireworks By-law and prioritize safety.
City Council has permitted backyard fireworks for Victoria Day Celebrations on Monday, May 18 between dusk and 11 p.m. Fireworks are available to purchase five days ahead of Victoria Day. We would like to remind Londoners that fireworks are not permitted to be discharged into City parks or streets.
There are many safety tips and precautions that Londoners can follow to minimize the risk of burns or fires from fireworks:
Fireworks should only be handled and discharged by adults who are aware of the hazards and essential safety precautions
- Always keep a water hose or pail of water close by when discharging fireworks
- Light only one firework at a time and only when they are on the ground
- For defective fireworks, it is best to wait 30 minutes and soak them in a bucket of water
Londoners are encouraged to review more fireworks safety tips available on the City’s
Fireworks webpage. Remember, in the event of a fire or personal injury that requires immediate attention, call 9-1-1.
To register a complaint regarding fireworks, please contact the London Police Service non-emergency line at 519-661-5670. Police will triage the call and either attend themselves or refer the matter to Municipal Law Enforcement for response.
Media contact:
Andrea Rosebrugh
Manager, Media Relations
City of London
519-619-4603
media@london.ca