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OMFPOA Mourns the Passing of Past President Jana Gillis

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

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Canadian Fire Engineering Summit – November 19, 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

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Laurentian University is pleased to partner with the Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management (OFMEM) in a university-level program of instruction that provides the knowledge to then complete the IFSAC and Pro Board® certification process for the National Fire protection Association(NFPA) Standards managed by Academic Standards & Evaluation (AS&E) within the OFMEM. Four courses are required to earn the following:
Statement of Professional Learning [SPL] – Specialization in Fire Scene Management and Investigation

For full details click NFPA 1033 – The Office of the Fire Marshal and Laurentian University