The Canadian National Fireworks Association Invites Canadians to #CelebrateWithCNFA and Remember Safety First This Canada Day!

ALDERGROVE, BC, June 28, 2018 /CNW/ - With Canada Day on the horizon, the Canadian National Fireworks Association (CNFA) would like to ensure this exciting celebration spent with friends and family is a fun and memorable experience for all! With that in mind, we encourage those using family fireworks this Canada Day to remember these important tips:

• Always purchase your fireworks from a reputable distributor or retailer. This ensures the product has passed all safety standards;
• Take a few moments to carefully review the safety guidelines for proper handling, discharging and disposing of your family fireworks; and
• Always check with your local municipality regarding permits as bylaws may differ depending on your location.

Check CNFA's website for more tips and information on how to put safety first to ensure you and your family can fully enjoy the time-honoured tradition of celebrating with family fireworks this long weekend.

Plus, to honour Canada 150th birthday last year, CNFA has been giving away family fireworks prize packs worth $500 to enthusiasts across the country over the past year! Prizes have already been won by three lucky Canadians, with the final prize to be awarded after Canada Day! Contestants can enter by sharing photos of their fireworks celebrations on social media using the hashtag #CelebrateWithCNFAor simply by becoming a CNFA member at nationalfireworks.ca/register. Winners are chosen by random draw. Entries will be accepted until July 1, 2018 so be sure to share your celebrations with CNFA this Canada Day for your chance to win!

About the Canadian National Fireworks Association
The Canadian National Fireworks Association, or CNFA, is the leading national voice for the fireworks industry. Its mission is to promote fair access and safety in the sale and use of fireworks through public education, advocacy with regulators, and member compliance.

For more information visit: nationalfireworks.ca
Facebook:@canadiannationalfireworks
Twitter:@c_nfa
Instagram:@c_nfa

SOURCE Canadian National Fireworks Association

For further information: Media Contact: Melanie Sutherland, Executive Director, Canadian National Fireworks Association, Tel: [phone]-CNFA (2632), Email: [email protected]