Holiday hours and firework safety reminders ahead of the Victoria Day long weekend (1)

Residents are encouraged to keep safety in mind this Victoria Day long weekend and exercise caution with private fireworks displays.

Under the City of Kitchener Municipal Code, fireworks can only be set off on privately owned property before 11 p.m. on Victoria Day, Canada Day, and Diwali, provided residents can meet the setback requirements, which only allow fireworks to be set off in areas over 25 feet away from any building or structure. Fireworks cannot be set off on City-owned lands, parks or woodlots, roadways, or schoolyards. They can only be sold to or set off by people over the age of 18.

Setting off fireworks outside of the permitted areas and times could result in a $400 fine. To learn more about when and where fireworks are permitted and for tips on how to use fireworks safely, visit kitchener.ca/fireworks.

For firework complaints, call the Waterloo Regional Police Service non-emergency line at 519-570-9777. In the event of an emergency or dangerous situation, always call 911.

Some city facilities have modified hours over the Victoria Day long weekend:

City Hall

Kitchener City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 20.

Community centres

All community centres are closed on Monday, May 20.

Pools and splashpads

Most city pools will be closed Monday, May 20, except for Forest Heights Pool, which will be open from 1 to 4 p.m.

Some splashpads are open for the season and will be open throughout the long weekend. For details, visit kitchener.ca/splashpads.

Kitchener Public Library

All Kitchener Public Library locations will be closed on Sunday, May 19, and Monday, May 20.

Kitchener Golf

Doon Valley and Rockway golf courses are open on Monday, May 20. Visit kitchenergolf.ca to book a tee time.

Kitchener Market

The Kitchener Market remains open for the farmers’ market on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market will be closed as usual on Sunday, May 19 and Monday, May 20.

The Aud and community arenas

Don McLaren, Grand River, Lions and Sportsworld Arenas will be closed on Monday, May 20.

Activa Sportsplex, including the Lyle S. Hallman walking track, will be open on Monday, May 20, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The Aud will be open for The KW Kennel Club Annual Dog Show from May 18 to 20.

Budd Park

Budd Park indoor soccer facility will be open for scheduled rentals during the Victoria Day long weekend.

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For more information, contact:
Shawn Falcao
Manager, Corporate Communications
shawn.falcao@kitchener.ca