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
This year we are very lucky to have Firefighter Photographer Mykhail (Mysha) Baehr in attendance at the Symposium on Wednesday 8 June for the Gala Dinner. Mysha will be available from 6-7 pm to take personalized dress uniform portraits or group shots, a firetruck will be on site as the backdrop. Make sure to bring your dress uniform for the photos. There is no cost to members for this.
You can see his amazing pictures on Instagram @myschabear or on his website Baehr Photography
