The Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Jana Gillis (née Patterson), a long‑serving fire prevention professional, educator, and former OMFPOA Provincial President. Jana dedicated more than four decades to the fire service. She began her career in St. Catharines before spending several years with the Office of

Thanks to a new partnership with Trax, the OMFPOA is proud to offer this course at no cost to all members. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how we work – but you don’t need to be a tech expert to understand and benefit from it. Whether you are new to AI or are already using

Wednesday Nov 12th, 9:30am to 11:00am Presenter: NFPA regional director Laura King Topic: Using NFPA resources and materials You’re asked to talk to a group of middle schoolers about lithium-ion battery safety on Monday. Tuesday it’s K-3 and home fire escape plans. Wednesday a condo board wants to know about EVs in the parking garage.

Fire Service Women Ontario is holding a Fire Prevention and Education Day as part of their 2025 Symposium, and they’re kindly offering OMFPOA members the chance to attend at their member rate. For more information visit their Symposium Page. For more information visit their Symposium Page.

    The Buffalo Sabres reached out to invite OMFPOA members to attend their Firefighter Appreciation Night. Buffalo Sabres Firefighter Appreciation Night 📅 Wednesday, November 19th | 7:00 PM 📍 KeyBank Center 🏒 Buffalo Sabres vs. Calgary Flames Join us as we honor our local heroes at Firefighter Appreciation Night! This special evening offers discounted

The Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association (OMFPOA) has partnered with Trax to bring you this unique training opportunity. Together, we’re helping municipal officials explore how artificial intelligence can be applied in practical, meaningful ways to support inspections, code compliance, and public safety. Curious about artificial intelligence and how it can support your work? Join

Fire Prevention Pros – This One’s for You!We can’t officially tell you the 2025 Fire Prevention Week theme yet… but let’s just say, it’s going to be electric. (You might want to ground yourself before attending. Just saying.)The Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association (OMFPOA) and the Ontario Association of Fire Educators (OAFE) are teaming

In Ontario, a paradox exists: individuals are often safer from fire hazards in public spaces like shopping malls than in their own homes. While commercial buildings are mandated to have fire sprinklers, most residential homes lack this critical safety feature. Over the past five years, Ontario has witnessed a troubling number of residential fire fatalities,

Mental Health Week – May 8th website post 🔥 Wise Mind Fire Safety: A DBT-Informed Approach to Leadership Under Pressure 🔥 In the world of emergency preparedness and fire safety, we often talk about plans, tools, and checklists. But what about mindset? Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) introduces a concept known as Wise Mind — the

OMFPOA Director and Centre Wellington Deputy Fire Chief Jason Benn and Wellington County Emergency Management Group member Hurania share some tips on emergency kits: Please watch the video here