Fireworks in Nunavut (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: In Nunavut fireworks may not be sold, given, bought, possessed or stored without the written authorisation of the Fire Marshal, and may be set off only for a public display so authorised. The federal age rules also apply. Municipal by-laws may set further rules.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworksConsumer fireworks (category F2) | No [1] |
| Minimum age to buyConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Minimum age to possess or let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| When they may be sold to the publicConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Fireworks may not be sold, offered for sale or given except with the written authorisation of the Fire Marshal (or a deputy, assistant or local assistant), on the conditions attached. [1] |
| When they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Fireworks may not be set off except for a public display authorised in writing by the Fire Marshal (or a deputy, assistant or local assistant), on the conditions attached; purchase, possession and storage also need written authorisation. [1] |
| Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
Notes
- Fireworks Regulations (R.R.N.W.T. 1990, c. F-13, as continued in Nunavut) ss. 2-3, made under the Fire Prevention Act. 'Fireworks' includes sparklers, fountains, roman candles and rockets. A person who wishes to sell, purchase, possess or store fireworks, or to set off fireworks for a public display, applies to the Fire Marshal for written authorisation, which may carry conditions. The regulations provide no authorisation for setting off fireworks other than for a public display. The text read is an unofficial office consolidation hosted by the Nunavut Department of Justice. The federal age rules also apply.
- No provincial or territorial rule on consumer fireworks could be verified. The federal rules apply (aged 18 or over; see the Canada page) and municipal by-laws may set sale periods, use periods and banned places.
Sources
- Government of Nunavut, Department of Justice (Nunavut Legislation): Consolidation of Fireworks Regulations, R.R.N.W.T. 1990, c. F-13, as it applies in Nunavut (office consolidation; not an official statement of the law) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
National rules that also apply
These rules are set at national level in Canada and apply here too, alongside the rules above. All national rules for Canada
| Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworks | Yes (source: Department of Justice Canada) |
|---|---|
| Minimum age to buy | 18 years (source: Department of Justice Canada) |
| Minimum age to possess or let off | 18 years (source: Department of Justice Canada) |
Nunavut and neighbouring provinces and territories
| Province or territory | Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworks | Minimum age to buy | When they may be sold to the public | When they may be let off | Where they may not be let off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nunavut | No, unless the Fire Marshal authorises | ⚠ Not yet verified | Only with Fire Marshal's authorisation | Public displays only, with authorisation | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Northwest Territories | No, unless the Fire Marshal authorises | ⚠ Not yet verified | Only with Fire Marshal's authorisation | Only with Fire Marshal's authorisation | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Manitoba | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | Consumer fireworks (category F2), Where fire restrictions apply: Where provincial fire restrictions apply Consumer fireworks (category F2), Provincial parks: Provincial parks: permit needed |
More rules in Nunavut
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Legal within limits (19+)
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 50 km/h · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 90 km/h
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16 (Class 5) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 15 (Class 7 learner's licence)
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned (holding or using) · Hands-free use: Allowed
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes
- Tobacco and nicotine age limitsMinimum age to buy tobacco: 19 · Minimum age to buy e-cigarettes: 19
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