Beth Tate is Retiring…

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Interested in hosting the 2025 OMFPOA Symposium?

  The Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association (OMFPOA) is accepting applications from interested Chapters or Fire Departments to step forward as the host venue for our highly anticipated 2025 Annual Symposium. This outstanding annual event gathers fire prevention officers, industry experts, and policymakers from across Ontario to explore the latest advancements in fire safety.

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OMFPOA clothing at the Symposium!

As a member of the Ontario Municipal Prevention Officers Association, wear it proud! Imprinted Apparel will be at the Symposium on Tuesday September 10 from 12-5pm and at the Trade Show starting at 6pm. There is an opportunity to pre-order OMFPOA branded clothing for pick up at the symposium. Here is how to go about

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Over the years, Beth’s insightful yet practical approach has been key to many of OFMEM’s successes.  Her more recent contributions have been recognized through several awards including a 2008 Ovation Award for Outstanding Achievement (Sunrise Propane Explosion – OFM Response Team), 2014 Ovation Award for Partnerships (MCSCS Fire Safety for Vulnerable Occupancies Team), and a 2014 Amethyst Award Nomination for the Carbon Monoxide Legislation and Regulation Team.  Beth will be sorely missed by  all of us in the different fire departments around the Province that have relied on her for her expertise.

The OMFPOA would like thank you for all your support for our Association and to wish Beth all the best in this new chapter of life!