Fireworks

Pyrotechnics Special Effects Safety and Legal Awareness Course Information

This one-day course is a companion to the Pyrotechnics Special Effects Manual and serves to promote the safe use of all pyrotechnics and special-purpose effects used in the entertainment, performing arts, television and film industries. Unless otherwise stated, all courses begin at 0830 hrs and finish at approximately 1600 hrs with the usual refreshment and lunch breaks.

Pyrotechnics Special Effects Safety and Legal Awareness Course Schedule

Registration is now required prior to attending the Pyrotechnics Special Effects course anywhere in the country. Persons wishing to attend the course must complete a registration form and return it along with one current photo and the required fee of $150 (make certified cheque or money order payable to the Receiver General for Canada).

Application for Pyrotechnics Special Effects Course Enrolment (PDF, 54 kb)

Note: Natural Resources Canada does not automatically gather any personal information from you, such as your name, phone number, e-mail or street address. This information is only obtained if you supply it voluntarily. All personal information you do provide is protected under the federal Privacy Act.

Please mail the Registration Form, photo, and payment to the attention of the responsible contact as noted in the Registration Form. Applicants may submit their names well in advance mail, fax or email so that a waiting list can be created to facilitate the selection of future course locations and dates.

For further information on course registration or certification, please contact the ERD by clicking the Contact Us button at the top of the webpage.