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By Jaryn Vecchio

Illegal Fireworks

P.A. fireworks ban still in works, city council considering allowing them on specific holidays

Jan 26, 2022 | 2:02 PM

Fireworks continue to be a hot topic for Prince Albert’s city council.

They met earlier this week where they were set to ban low-hazard fireworks within city limits and put in a $500 fine for those caught doing so.

However, Coun. Blake Edwards, who’s been one of, if not the most vocal, against fireworks proposed allowing residents the opportunity to use them on New Year’s Day and Canada Day.

This led to some debate and confusion with P.A.’s council ultimately choosing to move their final vote to their next meeting.

During the meeting, Edwards explained he believed this could be a healthy middle ground where responsible users aren’t punished.

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“We’re not allowing birthdays, we’re not allowing other things, it’s just two days.”

The reason the city is contemplating banning fireworks is because of some who’ve decided to set them off throughout the night and on public property. P.A.’s police service has reportedly received several calls from people believing the fireworks are gunshots.

This issue, along with being a potential safety hazard, is why Coun. Tony Head believes banning them 365 days a year is the best move.

“If we’re going to have these displays on Canada Day and New Year’s Day, we do it as a city and not as an individual in the backyard.”

Over the next three weeks, the city’s administration will be looking into the possibility of allowing fireworks to be used on these holidays. More specifically, having a set time where they can be used instead of allowing them all day long.

“I could be setting them off at 11 p.m. on July 1 and it would still be legal,” added Mayor Greg Dionne.

P.A.’s council is scheduled to meet for their next meeting on Feb. 15. Originally, it was supposed to be Feb. 14, however, Edwards asked last year to move it back one day to allow everyone to enjoy Valentine’s Day.

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Jaryn.Vecchio@pattisonmedia.com

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