https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/new-years-eve-vancouver-fireworks-cancelled-2023-crowds
It's not essential for a city to have a fireworks display, but for several cities, it's such a nice extra.
Of course Vancouver takes a watered down or toned down approach to so many things.
https://therabbitportal.blogspot.com/search?q=No+fireworks+in+Vancouver
https://therabbitportal.blogspot.com/search?q=New+Year's+Eve
