Victoria Day long weekend closures and fireworks safety tips for 2026

Victoria Day in Pelham: Monday, May 18, 2026

Closures:

The Meridian Community Centre, Town of Pelham Municipal Offices, and all administrative services will be closed on Monday, May 18, 2026, in observance of Victoria Day. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

The Lincoln Pelham Public Library branches will be closed on Monday, May 18. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

Essential Services:

For any after-hours emergency situations related to water, sewer, or road conditions and where there is imminent danger to public or private property, please call 905-892-2607 and follow the prompts or dial 905-734-0892 directly.

For all other non-emergency requests, please visit pelham.ca or send a Spot It Share It request. 

Waste Collection:

Niagara Region will continue to operate the regular pick-up for waste collection; there are no changes to waste collection on Monday, May 18, 2026.

Find out more about all of the Niagara Region waste collection services and schedule here. 

Fireworks:

Consumer fireworks may only be used on Victoria Day or the three days immediately prior to Victoria Day (Friday, May 15, 2026 to Monday, May 18, 2026). 

Before you decide to purchase and use fireworks, ensure you know the laws, know your space and read all instructions. Aside from federal laws, the Town of Pelham also has a fireworks by-law. 

• Refer to the safety instructions on the fireworks label for minimum stand-off distances for you and spectators.
• Make sure you look up and ensure there are no overhead obstructions in the range of your fireworks.
• Know how your fireworks will act and work in your space. Once they are lit, they can't be turned off!
• Always have a charged hose or a bucket of water close by.

Learn more at www.pelham.ca/fireworks