Police say they will be out in force at Humber Bay Shores and other areas to enforce fireworks bylaws on Victoria Day.
Police say they will be out in force on Victoria Day in the Humber Bay Shores area to curb the abuse of fire crackers and fireworks that takes place yearly at this time.
There are reports every year of condo dwellers, or visitors, shooting off fireworks from balconies aimed at people or vehicles on the ground.
Residents have repeatedly complained about their pets being spooked by the noise of the celebrations.
Toronto Police and Municipal, Licensing and Standards officers will be in place at area parks including; Marie Curtis, Colonel Samuel Smith, Humber Bays West and East to enforce fireworks bylaws.
Every year at this time in Humber Bay Shores and other areas there are complaints of residents blasting fireworks from condos at people or vehicles on the ground.
There are usually a litany of complaints from Humber Bay Shores residents of fireworks being fired from balconies at people or pets on the ground and other forms of noise and bright light abuse.
Police said they will also be out in numbers at Ashbridges Bay during the Victoria Day fireworks and are reminding people not to bring or set off their own fireworks this long weekend, in an effort to avoid a repeat of past public safety issues.
Firefighters are busy at this time of the year as in Toronto fighting a blaze.
Large crowds are expected to gather along the bay and at Woodbine Beach on Monday to watch the annual Victoria Day Fireworks.
Personal bonfires and fireworks are strictly prohibited at the event and in all city parks. Possessing said items could result in seizures and fines, officials say; people caught setting off fireworks will be subject to a $1,000 fine.
Alcohol is also not permitted at Ashbridges Bay, on the beach or in the park areas.