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Landlords’ Responsibilities for Fire Safety in Ontario

Landlords’ Responsibilities for Fire Safety in Ontario:     Who is Responsible for Fire Safety? According to the Fire Code, the owner of the property is responsible for carrying out its provisions. In the case of rental properties, this means the landlord is responsible for ensuring compliance with fire safety requirements. This includes installing and maintaining

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Director Jason Benn’s blogpost

Making the Case for Rural Water Tank Implementation       A Lifeline for Firefighting For rural properties, access to reliable water sources can make all the difference in an emergency. When wildfires or structure fires strike, having a dedicated water tank for firefighting can help protect homes, livestock, and land. Why Install a Firefighting

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For over 60 years, the Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association (OMFPOA) has operated as an independent, non-profit organization representing approximately 200 fire departments across Ontario. The OMFPOA represents the interests of Fire Chiefs, Fire Prevention Officers, Public Educators, Fire Investigators, Plans Examiners and Suppression personnel many performing a variety of these functions; to deliver services to persons who work, live and play in the Province of Ontario.