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OMFPOA Executive – Call for Nominations

The Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association (OMFPOA) is currently seeking nominations for positions within the Executive. We are looking to fill the following roles: Vice-President Secretary Three (3) Director positions All positions are two-year terms. If you’ve ever thought about getting more involved, this is a good opportunity to step up. The strength of

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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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Please see this great webinar from Origin and Cause on the misuse of appliances and improper use of electrical devices/Equipment.

One of challenges surrounding misuse is correctly identifying it – disguising it from a product safety issue or manufacturer defect and determining if it was a case of negligence or if there was intent. In this webinar, we will be reviewing case studies that outline the ways in which electrical products and devices are misused and sharing some tips on evidence preservation, which can play a key role in maximizing subrogation potential.

Thanks to Tristan Delorme and Said Ismail.