May 11, 2022 - Town of Petawawa Fire Chief Steve Knott is retiring June 30th, 2022. Chief Knott will be retiring with 46 years of service. The Town of Petawawa Fire Department would like to congratulate Chief Knott on his well deserved retirement and wish him and his wife Anne all the best in his retirement!
The OAFC is pleased to announce that former Fire Chief Mark Pankhurst accepted the OAFC's new Fire Services Liaison position and has joined the OAFC team, starting Monday, March 14, 2022.
As per the Nominations Committee communication on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, and as discussed during the Virtual Annual General Meeting earlier today...read more
The Nominations Committee has confirmed that the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs has elected our Board of Directors for the 2022 term.....read more.
The OAFC is once again partnering with TSSA, OMFPOA, and the Canadian Propane Association to remind people about the proper use of patio heaters...read more
Foshay, C.E. Duane... passed away at the Trenton Memorial Hospital on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at the age of 82 years. Beloved husband to Carole Foshay (nee Huffman) for over 65 years....read more
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Pierre Lacroix on October 17, 2021 while in the performance of his duties as a firefighter...read more.
August 11, 2021 - Today, the Minister of Health, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, and the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, announced a comprehensive action plan to protect firefighters from harmful chemicals released during household fires....read more
July 30, 2021 - The Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) are deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of OAFC Member and close friend, Brian Leuc, Fire Chief for the Township of McDougall. Brian was a consummate supporter of our association and events and touched the lives of many of us in the fire service in Ontario. On behalf of our Board of Directors, and staff, we extend our sincerest condolences and sympathies to his family, friends, and fire service colleagues...read more
REID - John, passed away on Thursday July 1, 2021, in his 66th year...read more.
Guy passed peacefully with his family by his side...read more.
Peacefully at the Lennox and Addington County General Hospital on Monday, June 21, 2021, in his 92nd year...read more.
Peacefully on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at Victoria Hospital, in his 87th year...read more.
Dave brings over 20 years of firefighting expertise to the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand...read more.
Fire Chief Mark Pankhurst has announced his retirement, effective June 30, 2021, after more than 32 years of exemplary service to public safety...read more.
The update of Ontario’s Incident Management System Guidance (Version 2.0) has been completed, and is now available online....read more.
March 31, 2021 - Aylmer Fire Department's Chief Sam Taylor retired on March 31, 2021. Congratulations to Chief Taylor as he settles into retirement! Fire Chief Sam Taylor retired on March 31, 2021 from the Aylmer Fire Department after a successful 35-year career in the Fire Service. He began his career in 1986 as a Volunteer Firefighter in Port Burwell, later serving the Municipality of Bayham as Fire Chief until 2005 when he joined the Aylmer Fire Department as their first full-time Fire Chief.
TORONTO — The Ontario government is providing $5 million in funding to help municipal fire services address the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding will enhance fire safety training across the province and support safety inspection programs to ensure compliance with the Ontario Fire Code....read more
On February 14th , 2021, surrounded by his family’s love and devotion, Terry Jospeh Saelens, retired Fire Chief left us to answer his final call at the age of 67.....read more
TORONTO — The Ontario government is strengthening fire safety training across the province by increasing access to on-site and online courses in communities where firefighters serve. Enhancing training opportunities offered through 20 regional training centres will help local fire services better meet the needs of their community and result in cost savings for municipalities...read more
Ajax, ON - The Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) is pleased to announce the 2021 Board of Directors, and Executive Committee. The Board of Directors are responsible for strategic leadership necessary to achieve the OAFC’s mission, vision, values, goals, and objectives.....read more
The 2021 Nominations Committee has confirmed that the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs has elected our Board of Directors for the 2021 term. Officer appointments will take place during the first Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, November 19, 2020...read more.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - With cooler weather upon us, restaurants, bars, cafes and individuals are using patio heaters to extend the use of their patios and outdoor dining areas into the fall and winter seasons. While these fuel-fired heating units provide welcome warmth and comfort while dining alfresco, they can also pose a danger if they are not installed, operated, and maintained correctly.
Jones joined Kingston’s fire service 26 years ago, rising through the ranks from Firefighter to Captain. In 2013, she was promoted to the position of Chief Training Officer. She will hold this role until end of day on July 19, at which point she will transition into her position as Deputy Fire Chief.....read more
Ontario 211 Services (211) and the Ontario Psychological Association (OPA) are pleased to expand their partnership to ensure more frontline workers are getting the mental health care they need. This partnership will enable frontline workers without extended health benefits to access psychological services at no cost throughout the course of the COVID-19 pandemic response....read more.
On June 1, 2020, in his 82nd year. It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden, yet peaceful passing of Verrall Clark...read more.
Lorne passed away in peace April 20th 2020 into the open and accepting arms of the Lord. Lorne is survived by his forever sweetheart in marriage of 61+ years, Isobel (nee Bishop), children Alex (Holly) St. Catharines, David (Patty) Louisville Kentucky, Heather (Danny Boccia) King City, Bryan (Andrea) Keswick......read more
The Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) are deeply saddend to learn of the sudden passing of Industry Member Daryl Kretzschmar from PPE Solutions. Daryl has been a long-time supporter of the OAFC Trade Show, NEFEC Trade Show, FireCon Trade Show, and a big supporter of the fire service in Ontario.....read more.
The 2020 Nominations Committee has confirmed that the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs has elected our Board of Directors for the 2020 term. Executive elections will take place during the first Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, November 21, 2019.....read more
On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am pleased to announce that Michelle O’Hara, long time association staff member, has been named Executive Director of the organization, replacing Richard Boyes who retired from the post after seven years....read more.
It is with a great deal of sadness that we announce the passing of the 5th Chief of the former North York Fire Department Joseph (Joe) Harold Gibson on Monday April 8th, 2019.
March 8, 2019 - Obituary: Retired Chief Edward Tellier, Belle River Fire Service
Passed away peacefully on March 6, 2019 at the age of 83....read more
In an ongoing effort to promote mental health and wellness, Road to Mental Readiness (R2MR), a training program focused on first responders, is now being repositioned under The Working Mind (TWM) as The Working Mind First Responders (TWMFR)...read more.
The Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs has elected their Board of Directors for the 2019 term. Executive elections will take place during the business meeting on Thursday, November 22, 2018.....read more.
Ajax, ON – After receiving an overwhelming response to the Jenny’s Heroes Canada – Ontario Fire Services Equipment Grant process from volunteer fire departments across Ontario, television personality Jenny Jones decided to double the grant to $50,000 from its original amount of $25,000. More than 100 applications for the grant were received and from there, six departments were chosen for various equipment needs and funding amounts.....read more
Passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 2nd, 2018 at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Ollie for over 32 years. Loving father of Judy Ball (Fred), Mike (Michelle), Mike Wilson (Jacy) and Steve Wilson. Opa will be sadly missed...read more.
Ron passed away peacefully in hospital, Kingston on Sunday, August 5, 2018 at the age of 73. Beloved husband for over 46 years and best friend of Pat (Timbers) Haskins. Much loved and respected father of Mark (Angie) Haskins and Michael Haskins...read more.
The Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs is pleased to announce that we have partnered with Jenny's Heroes Canada, an organization looking to support volunteer firefighters across Ontario by providing an equipment grant, up to $25,000!...read more
Wilson, Gary Lee of Port Stanley passed Friday, June 15th, 2018, at the L.H.S.C. (Victoria Campus), at the age of 59. Dearly loved husband of Dianne Lynn (Golem) Wilson and loved father of Jocelyne Asselin (Dan) and Courtnee Campbell (Brad). Proud Papa of Erik, Hunter....read more.
It is with heavy hearts that we send our prayers and thoughts to Debbie, Lisa, Dan, grandchildren, extended family and friends on the passing of Fire Chief Patrick Bourguignon....read more.
Peacefully surrounded by the love of his family, at Lee Manor Nursing Home in Owen Sound, on Friday evening, April 13th, 2018. Gordon Stewart Woods, of Owen Sound, at the age of 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Ruth Connolly Woods...read more.
Ajax, ONT – After a series of fatal fires in Ontario, chief fire officers and public educators across the province are pleading with their communities to put an end to further tragedies by following simple – and life-saving – fire prevention strategies at home...read more.
Cobourg, Ont. – More than 20 per cent of the calls fire departments across Northumberland County received in 2015 and 2016 regarding Highway 401 emergencies resulted in no emergency situation being found, often because inaccurate information was given to 9-1-1 operators....read more
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Robert Broadbent Fire Chief of the St. Thomas Fire Department...read more