In preparation for Canada Day celebrations, Toronto police will increase their presence at Ashbridges Bay Park and Woodbine Beach Park. Officers will patrol on horseback, foot, and all-terrain vehicles, particularly during the fireworks display at Ashbridges Bay. Residents are reminded that personal fireworks and alcohol are not allowed in public areas, and violations could result in fines. The city plans fireworks at multiple locations aside from Ashbridges Bay, and permits are required for bonfires in parks.
"Please leave your fireworks at home and please remember that personal alcohol is not permitted at the beach," Hayles said. "If there is a threat to public safety, obstruction of our officers or other emergency services, officers will use their discretion in dispersing the crowd or laying charges."
Hayles said bonfires are also not allowed within Toronto parks without a permit. If residents obtain permits for a bonfire, there are only certain areas where they are permitted.
The city is planning fireworks displays at five other locations in Toronto: Centennial Park, Amesbury Park, Milliken Park, Stan Wadlow Park and Mel Lastman Square.
Residents are allowed to set off fireworks on their own private property without a permit before 11 p.m. on Canada Day and Victoria Day. A permit is needed to set off fireworks on all other days.
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