Announcements
May 9, 2013
AJAX – At their annual conference, the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) elected their 2013-14 Board of Directors, Executive Committee and President..........read more
 
May 9, 2013

Ontario is the first province to make automatic sprinklers mandatory in care homes for seniors, homes for people with disabilities, and vulnerable Ontarians.  Mandatory sprinklers are part of amendments to the Fire Code.........read more

May 6, 2013
AJAX, ON, May 6, 2013 /CNW/ - Earlier today at the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) Annual Conference, Premier Kathleen Wynne, joined by Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services, Madeline Meilleur, announced that the government will be implementing the...read more
 
May 5, 2013
AJAX,ON, May 5, 2013 /CNW/ - The Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) is pleased to welcome Premier Kathleen Wynne and Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services Madeleine Meilleur to their Annual Conference......read more
AJAX,ON, May 5, 2013 /CNW/ - The Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) is pleased to welcome Premier Kathleen Wynne and Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services Madeleine Meilleur to their Annual Conference. - See more at: http://www.oafc.on.ca/ontario-association-fire-chiefs-welcome-premier-wynne-and-minister-meilleur#sthash.xU4FZpAk.dpuf
AJAX,ON, May 5, 2013 /CNW/ - The Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) is pleased to welcome Premier Kathleen Wynne and Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services Madeleine Meilleur to their Annual Conference. - See more at: http://www.oafc.on.ca/ontario-association-fire-chiefs-welcome-premier-wynne-and-minister-meilleur#sthash.xU4FZpAk.dpuf
 
April 30, 2013
Suddenly but peacefully at home on April 26, 2013 at the age of 87. Predeceased by his wife and best friend of 65 years, Ruth (nee Mullen), Lorne was the cherished father of Sharon (Raymond Seguin) and Mary Ann (Malcolm Toner). Born March 9, 1926 in Toronto to Catherine “Kate”, Rocky served in the Royal Canadian Navy during WWII as a gunner on a British PT boat patrolling the English Channel. Upon returning to Toronto, he met and married Ruth and joined the York Township Fire Department........read more
 
April 4, 2013
Ajax – On behalf of the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) I want to take this opportunity to extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and all who knew the Dunsmuir family who perished in last week’s tragic fire in East Gwillimbury.......read more
 
March 28, 2013
I am pleased to share with you that Jack Burt will be joining the staff team on Monday, April 8th, 2013 as Deputy Fire Chief/Fire Prevention Officer. Jack brings fourteen years of experience in the fire services. He holds both Company Officer and Fire Prevention Officer diplomas from.....read more
 
March 27, 2013
Ed Mohr named Fire Chief for the West Perth Fire Department
Mitchell – March 26, 2013 – Edward Mohr has been selected as the new Fire Chief for the Municipality of West Perth, effective April 8.  Ed, who is a 26 year veteran of the West Perth Fire.......read more
 
March 26, 2013
BENOIT, Hubert - Mr. Hubert Richard Benoit of Crysler at the Ottawa Hospital - Civic Campus on Tuesday March 19, 2013 at the age of 70 years. Past Fire Chief and Volunteer Firefighter for 44 years. Beloved husband of 48 years to Ghislaine (née Bissonnette) Benoit. Loved father.......read more
 
March 6, 2013
I am very pleased to announce that Tony Bavota is our new Fire Chief, effective immediately. 
Tony has been a deputy fire chief with the Burlington Fire Department since 2009 and is in his 18th year of employment with the City of Burlington......read more
 
February 21, 2013
Howe Island Fire & Rescue sadly announces the sudden passing of Captain Gary Reid of Howe Island Fire & Rescue. Captain Reid was a long time member and served as a Captain for many many years and continued to be active up until his passing..........read more
 
February 18, 2013
It is with deep regret that I inform you about the passing of Jack (John) Cronk. Jack passed away on Sunday February 17 at home.  Jack served unselfishly for 27 years with The Township of Stone Mills Fire Department......read more
 
February 2, 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of John Gregory Mavity, age 57, of Stratford on Wednesday January 30th, 2013 at the Stratford General Hospital. Beloved son of the late..........read more
 
January 24, 2013
The London Fire Department is excited and proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Jim Jessop to the position of Deputy Fire Chief of Fire Prevention.  Jim will join the London Fire Department effective February 25, 2013.........read more
 
January 14, 2013
McGuinty Government Seeking Input on Fire Safety Changes
January 14, 2013 11:10 am Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services
Ontario is seeking input on proposed changes to the Fire Code and Building Code that will improve fire safety in residences for seniors, people with disabilities and other vulnerable individuals.........read more
 
January 2, 2013

Local firefighter takes chief’s role - WEST NIPISSING – After a 32 year stint, West Nipissing will be looking to a new Fire Chief to serve their Protective Services. “I have big shoes to fill,” said the new Fire Chief, Richard Maranda.  Maranda was born and raised in West Nipissing. He became a member of the West Nipissing Fire Services in 1988........read more