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September 14, 2023

The Ontario Fire College is revamping the NFPA 1031-I course into a blended version. As part of that process the team working on the course is developing several practical exercises. In the online portion of the course there will be at least two “simulated” inspection type case study assignments. To improve the student experience, they

Passing of Assistant Division Chief Madelaine Crevier

August 15, 2023

We received the sad message below from Brampton Fire and Emergency Services. Condolences from the OMFPOA and our members to the family of Assistant Division Chief Madelaine Crevier, and Brampton Fire and Emergency Services. It is with a heavy heart that I must convey the news of the passing of Assistant Division Chief Madelaine

Fire Prevention Week – Canadian Style (video)

July 27, 2023

On July 19th, Laura King talked about the 2023 edition of ‘Fire Prevention Week’, with the theme: Cooking Safety Starts With You. Pay attention to Fire Prevention. This session focused specifically on Canadian content, and where you can find information in both English and French. Find the video here

Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week is just around the corner! The Hawkins Gignac Act, 2013 proclaims the week beginning on November 1 of each year as Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week. No matter which day of the week it is, November 1 always is the start of Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week.

The OFMEM has a variety of resources (French resources available here) available to assist the fire service. Many resources are also available on this website for in our Information for Residents Section as well for Fire Prevention/Education professionals in our Members Area – Fire & Life Safety Education Area. CO Awareness Week is a great opportunity to engage your community on sharing platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!