Fireworks

When discussing the fireworks bylaw review on Tuesday, Coun. Corrine Rahman not only supported the motion to make Diwali eligible for fireworks, but also brought forward a motion to add Chinese New Year. Read More

Light the fuse London, fireworks will be allowed in backyards and in public shows after city councillors voted Tuesday to support the light show in all its forms. Read More

London's Chinese community is looking for a break from city hall to set off fireworks for a big event on its calendar, just as the Hindu community won a concession to do the same for one of its religious festivals. Read More

Tradition is being used to justify fireworks and prevent us from adopting better practices based on updated knowledge. When we know better, surely, we should be allowed to do better. Read More

Recent baseball stories got me dreaming. Read More

City council is set to vote later this month on whether to ban backyard fireworks across London – creating a public debate that's trained a spotlight on Diwali, a Hindu festival during which fireworks are a key component. With the city's 10,000-strong Hindu community pushing back against a total ban

City politicians are mulling a complete ban on the sale and use of backyard fireworks, an overhaul of London's existing bylaw that’s slated for more public consultation later this summer. Read More