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OMFPOA Mourns the Passing of Past President Jana Gillis

March 9, 2026

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

Canadian Fire Engineering Summit – November 19, 2025

November 12, 2025

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

Understanding AI-Assisted Regulatory Workflows – Training Course Available Now

October 30, 2025

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

Start 2023 with Steps to Safety

The first of the 2023 OAFE/OMFPOA Workshop Series with NFPA is happening…
and we’re thrilled to announce that Laura will be talking about the NEW Steps to Safety program!!

Before we know it, all Baby Boomers will be 65 or older.

Older adults are at greater risk of being injured or dying in a fire. People are living longer and staying in their homes. But as people age, the risk increases.

NFPA has updated and rebranded its fire- and fall-prevention program for older adults. Steps to Safety™ will launch in the new year.

Join NFPA regional director Laura King for a preview of the new program, including changes, videos, and the theory and development of the revisions. Learn about Steps to Safety messaging and resources, and the new online training program available to your fire department and anyone in your municipality who works with older adults.

Date: January 18, 2023
Time: 10:00 -11:00 AM
Where: Zoom