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Lighting Up Halloween: Fireworks, Fun, and Fall Traditions in Canada

The air is crisp, the pumpkins are glowing, and somewhere down the street, you can hear the laughter of kids comparing their candy haul. Then, just as the night settles in, the sky erupts in colour. For many Canadians, fireworks are the grand finale to Halloween night, a tradition that turns an already magical evening

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Lighting Up Canada: The Joy of Fireworks During Diwali

Every fall, Canadian skies burst into colour as families and friends gather to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights. Homes glow with candles and lanterns, streets come alive with music and food, and communities from coast to coast sparkle with joy. Fireworks are at the heart of that celebration. They fill the night with the

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GlobalFest 2025: Proof That Fireworks Bring Communities Together

Every summer, Calgary’s Elliston Park becomes a living example of what fireworks can and should be: safe, spectacular, and deeply connected to community. This year’s GlobalFest International Fireworks Festival once again delivered more than breathtaking displays. It offered proof that when fireworks are handled responsibly, they strengthen culture, tourism, and family traditions across Canada. More

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Les Grands Feux Loto-Québec 2025: A Festival of Light, Music, and Community

Each summer, Québec City and Lévis come alive with a tradition that has become much more than just fireworks in the night sky. Les Grands Feux Loto-Québec, now in its 29th edition, ran from July 31 to August 23, 2025, and once again captured the hearts of thousands. It’s a festival where artistry, culture, sustainability,

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Les Grands Feux Casino Lac-Leamy 2025: A Brilliant Tribute to Culture, Community, and Canada

Every summer, fireworks lovers across Canada circle one event on their calendars: Les Grands Feux Casino Lac-Leamy in Gatineau, Quebec. Known for its breathtaking artistry, international competition, and electric atmosphere, the festival has become one of the country’s most cherished pyrotechnic gatherings. The 2025 edition, which wrapped up on August 16, was no exception—it combined

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Winners of L’International des Feux Loto-Québec 2025
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Dazzling Skies in Montreal: Highlights and Winners of L’International des Feux Loto-Québec 2025

Every summer, Montreal transforms its night sky into a canvas of colour, sound, and artistry during L’International des Feux Loto-Québec. Known as one of the most prestigious fireworks competitions in the world, the 2025 edition once again drew massive crowds, showcased dazzling pyrotechnic innovation, and crowned new champions in the international fireworks community. This year’s

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Honda Celebration of Light
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Nova Scotia Named Honda Celebration of Light 2025 Winner

Canada’s largest fireworks event ended with a spectacular celebration and a big win for the East Coast. Fireworks FX from Nova Scotia was crowned the Honda Celebration of Light 2025 winner, claiming both the Judge’s Choice and the People’s Choice awards after a stunning final performance over Vancouver’s English Bay. For fireworks professionals and advocates

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Publications

Drones vs. Fireworks: Can They Really Replace the Real Thing?

Click to Download the Full Publication For many of us, fireworks are the soundtrack of summer. They light up our skies on Canada Day, energize community festivals, and mark cultural milestones with booming brilliance. But in recent years, some cities and towns have begun exploring drones as a high-tech alternative to traditional fireworks. So, can

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Cultural Communities and Fireworks

Click to Download the Full Publication Celebrating Diversity The Case for Responsible Fireworks Usage Over many years, communities from west to east across Canada have been growing through immigration and benefiting from the rich tapestry that the world’s most diverse and pluralistic country sets as an example to the world. These diverse communities and ethnic

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Fireworks Health Impacts

Click to Download the Full Publication Celebrating with Sparkle The Case for Responsible Fireworks Usage Fireworks have been a beloved tradition in minority communities across Canada and around the world for centuries. These dazzling displays of light and sound have brought people together to celebrate cultural festivals, national holidays, and joyous occasions. However, concerns have

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Fireworks, the Environment, and Animals

Click to Download the Full Publication The Enviroment Fireworks have long been associated with family fun, cultural and religious events, and the marking of national celebrations. As the public and governments become more keenly aware of what impacts human behaviour is having on our environment, fireworks too have been questioned on their environmental impacts. This

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Classes of Fireworks & Dispelling the Myth of Silent Fireworks

Click to Download the Full Publication Consumer Fireworks Consumer fireworks are low-hazard and designed for recreational use. They include items like Roman candles, sparklers, fountains, volcanoes, mines, and snakes (Natural Resources Canada, 2017). Consumer fireworks are meant for public use and do not require a special certification to use. These are the fireworks the public

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The Banning of Fireworks

Click to Download the Full Publication Fireworks in Canada On July 1st, 1867, the British North America Act, known today as the Constitution Act, was established. Along with Military Displays, musical entertainment, and the ringing of Cathedral bells, Fireworks were used to celebrate the Confederation of Canada! From the first Canadian celebration of our independence,

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