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
The Canadian Fire Engineering Summit returns on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Hazelton Manor, Vaughan, ON. This premier event brings together key stakeholders from across Canada’s fire protection industry, including fire prevention officers, engineers, contractors, and industry leaders. Event Highlights: Full-day Summit: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Trade Show: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Dinner
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
Please see the attached Fire Marshal Directive 2020-001 issued under the provisions of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act pertaining to Total Evacuation Fire Drills in Schools During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
In addition, the Fire Marshal’s Communiqué 2020-15 – Fire Drills and the Safe Re-Opening of Schools for additional information, including a Question and Answer section is also attached.
Fire Marshal Directive 2020-001 – Fire Drills in Schools during COVID-19 Pandemic
