Firework shows have an awe-inspiring effect that people the world over enjoy.  They also have a detrimental impact on health and the environment.  With technological advancements, fireworks are outdated and no longer necessary.

Information from an earlier petition created by Lavinia Rojas.

•  Wildfires are a growing concern  and fireworks have been documented to be a source of wildfire ignition.
  * Consumer use of fireworks has caused significant structure fires and even human deaths both in manufacturing warehouses and on private properties;
  * Fireworks are a source of pollution and toxic debris, and can adversely impact environmental and human health through water and soil contamination, and reduced air quality;
  * Fire and police are stretched to respond to misuse of fireworks calls, particularly on holidays, affecting their ability to respond to other public safety concerns;
  * Public Health Infobase Canada reports that the most common type of injuries related to fireworks are burns;
  * Fireworks can traumatise refugees and veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder and those with sensory difficulties;
  * Animal welfare organisations across Canada consider fireworks to be a serious health and welfare risk to pets, farm animals and wildlife;
  * Animal welfare organisations further explain that fireworks cause death, illness, injury, and stress to animals in our communities;* National parks are transitioning from fireworks displays to special effect pyrotechnics to reduce the impact on wildlife.
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  * The adoption of drone show technology will create jobs in the sector.