Be a good neighbour this Canada Day long weekend

Summer is here and Canada Day is just days away. Whether you’re planning on celebrating with fireworks, a backyard barbecue or a picnic at a park, remember to keep safety in mind and be a good neighbour so that everyone can have a safe and fun time.

Fireworks

Eager to celebrate Canada’s birthday with fireworks and thousands of your closest friends? The City of Mississauga’s Canada Day event at Mississauga Celebration Square will include fireworks, a live concert featuring Crash Adams, Lu Kala and Zeina, food trucks and more.

Celebrating at home instead? As per the City’s Fireworks By-law, fireworks are allowed at home on your private property only on Monday, July 1 from dusk until 11 p.m. July 1 is the only day this long weekend when you can use fireworks at home without a permit. Fireworks are not permitted on Saturday, June 29 or Sunday, June 30, unless you have a permit. To use fireworks on a public street or park, you must always get a permit from the City.

To dispose of used or unused fireworks, completely submerge the fireworks in water and soak them overnight. Wrap the soaked fireworks in a plastic bag and throw them in the garbage.

During the long weekend, the City will increase the number of Enforcement officers on duty to allow for more patrols, improve response time for complaints and help ensure celebrations stay safe.

To submit a complaint about illegal use of fireworks, visit mississauga.ca/fireworks or call 311. Please do not call 911 for fireworks complaints.

Parking and park etiquette

Having people over on Canada Day? On-street parking is allowed on Canada Day, beyond the five-hour limit, from 8 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.

Heading to Mississauga’s waterfront or any of the City’s parks? Ensure your visit is smooth sailing by only parking in designated areas within parks and neighbourhoods. Illegally parked vehicles not only compromise safety but also hinder emergency service vehicle access. Parking illegally can also result in a fine. Until Monday, September 30, parking and stopping violations will incur a fine of $100 on local roads, in City parks and municipal parking lots south of Lakeshore Road.

When visiting Mississauga’s parks, it’s also important to practise your park etiquette. Please throw out your litter in the correct container, always pick up after your dog and keep them leashed, don’t feed wildlife, barbecue in designated areas only and dispose of hot coals properly in the designated bins.

Fire safety

Summer is officially here, and nothing says ‘summer’ like an outdoor cookout or barbecue. When grilling or enjoying your outdoor firepit, keep fire safety in mind:

• Never cook or barbecue in your garage.
• Keep barbecues away from fences and buildings.
• Clean your grill after each use.
• Make sure the smoke and smell from your fire doesn’t cause a nuisance.
• Never leave the fire unattended until it is extinguished.
• Always make sure to have a fire extinguisher or hose nearby.
• Review the City’s BBQ safety guide for more tips.

During your Canada Day celebrations, remember to be a good neighbour. Be kind to each other, and please be respectful of City staff working hard to ensure you have a fun and safe long weekend.

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