Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs

It's day twelve of #12DaysOfHolidayFireSafety. Be responsible, arrive alive, and don't drink and drive. Keep a close eye on anyone attempting to cook or smoke while under the influence of alcohol. It is all too often a common factor in fatal fires or accidents

C'est le onzième jour de #12DaysOfHolidayFireSafety. Ne fumez pas à l'intérieur (ou période de fumée). Le tabagisme imprudent est la principale cause d'incendies mortels. Si vous fumez à l'intérieur, utilisez de grands cendriers profonds qui ne peuvent pas être renversés et assurez-vous que les mégots de cigarettes sont correctement éteints.

It's day eleven of #12DaysOfHolidayFireSafety. Don't smoke indoors (or smoke period). Careless smoking is the leading cause of fatal fires. If you do smoke indoors use large, deep ashtrays that can't be knocked over and make sure cigarette butts are properly extinguished.

C'est le dixième jour de #12DaysOfHolidayFireSafety. Faites attention lorsque vous cuisinez! La cuisine est toujours la principale cause d'incendies en #Ontario. Restez toujours dans la cuisine lorsque vous faites frire, griller ou griller des aliments. Si vous quittez la cuisine pendant une minute, éteignez la cuisinière.

The Board of Directors of the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs appointed our Executive Committee and President for 2021 Executive Committee President, Chief Mark MacDonald, Belleville Fire & Emergency Services... Vice President, Deputy Chief Jeremy Parkin, Rama Fire & Rescue Service Treasurer, Deputy Chief Jeremy Inglis, Central York Fire Services Secretary, Chief Rob Grimwood, Dryden Fire Service Directors Chief Brian Arnold, Cambridge Fire Department Deputy Chief Andrea DeJong, Windsor Fire & Rescue Services Chief Mark Berney, The Township of Scugog Fire & Emergency Services Deputy Chief Paul Hutt, Ottawa Fire Services Chief Mark Pankhurst, Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service Chief Cynthia Ross Tustin, Essa Township Fire Department Chief Tony Van Dam, Georgian Bay Township Fire Department Chief Jason Whiteley, North Bay Fire & Emergency Services Immediate Past President Stephen Hernen, Huntsville

It's day ten of #12DaysOfHolidayFireSafety. Pay attention when cooking! Cooking is still the leading cause of fires in #Ontario. Always stay in the kitchen while frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for a minute, turn off the stove.

Director Mark Berney is up discussing the importance of mental health and wellness, and what the OAFC is doing to improve it, for all individuals in the fire sector #OAFCAGM2020

Jeremy Inglis is now presenting on his accomplishments over the past year as an #OAFC Director including his work on helping to eliminate Human Trafficking #OAFCAGM2020

Mark MacDonald explaining how the #OAFC is a membership driven organization and how our Provincial Advisory Committees are our highways of communication between the membership and Board of Directors. #OAFCAGM2020

Chief Larry Brassard is up now talking about how much work the RSAC committee has done to help improve the #OAFC and Chief Fire Officers relationship with Fire Underwriters Survey (FUS). Don't forget we have a free FUS 101 webinar coming up in a few short weeks. Register on our website today!

Just over one hour to go for the A.J. Stone Company free online TIC webinar. If you haven't had a chance to register, there's still a bit of time. Sign up here: https://www.oafc.on.ca//oafc-2020-virtual-training-thermal See you at 10am!

We're grateful for our partnership with First Alert. Thanks to them, and #Ontario's Fire Departments, we were able to help organize 47 separate #FirePreventionMonth events - in the middle of a pandemic - at various Lowe's Canada and RONA stores across Ontario. #OAFCAGM2020

Toronto Fire Services is at Lowe's Canada, 1300 Castlefield Ave until 2pm today for #FirePreventionMonth. Drop by and fill out a home fire escape plan with the professionals to ensure that your family gets out safe in case of a fire.

Jeff McCormick is now up discussing the work our Urban Committee conducted over the past year in his Board of Directors report. #OAFCAGM2020

Toronto Fire Services is heading to Lowe's Canada #Scarborough, 6005 Steeles Avenue E from 10-2pm today for #FirePreventionWeek #firstalertcanada Drop by to enter our children's Fire Prevention Poster Contest. For details visit https://www.oafc.on.ca/2020-oafc-fire-prevention-poster-con

At 10am Sarnia Fire Rescue will be at Lowe's Canada, 1390 Quinn Drive, #Sarnia to promote fire safety, education, and prevention techniques to keep you and your family safe. #FirePreventionWeek #FirstAlertCanada Stop by and say hi!

Tomorrow from 10-2pm, Toronto Fire Services is heading to Lowe's Canada, 1300 Castlefield Ave to help educate any and all for #FirePreventionMonth Stop by and have any #fire related questioned answered by experts and keep your family fire safe this winter #FirstAlertCanada

Our Fire Prevention and Public Education Chair @Andrea_DeJong is up now thanking our Association Partners for all their hard work on topics as diverse as vulnerable occupancies, school fire drills during COVID, migrant farmer housing conditions and so much more! #OAFCAGM2020

Do you live in #Windsor and need a fun educational activity for your kids? Windsor Fire and Rescue is at Lowe's Canada, 1848 Provincial Road, until 2pm today to educate your family on fire safety. You can even enter our #FirePreventionMonth safety contest. See you soon! #FirstAlertCanada

Fire prevention doesn't stop after #FirePreventionWeek Sarnia Fire Rescue will be Lowe's Canada at 1390 Quinn Drive, #Sarnia tomorrow from 10-2pm to help educate your family on #fire safety.

Bright and early tomorrow morning the Ocean Wave Fire Company is dropping by RONA 535 McNelly Avenue, #Carleton Place at 9am for #FirePreventionWeek Grab fun, informative #WillFightfire and Fiona Firesafety swag and learn how to prevent a fire in your home.

Looking for a fun, free, activity for the whole family? The Uxbridge Fire Department is at RONA 8 Welwood Drive, #Uxbridge for #FirePreventionMonth to educate you and your family. Drop by for some free #fireprevention swag and tips to keep your family safe in the event of an emergency

The Town of Petawawa Fire Department is stopping by RONA at 3025 Petawawa Boulevard, #Petawawa from 10-2pm tomorrow for #FirePreventionWeek Kids under 12 can enter our Will Fightfire and Fiona Firesafety poster contest to receive cool prizes!

Stop by Lowe's Canada at 18401 Yonge Street, East #Gwillimbury today to meet your local @townofeg #Fire department heroes from 10-2pm today for #FirePreventionMonth All the experts are here to answer any #fire related questions you may have. #FirstAlertCanada

We have just released our fourth PSA for #FirePreventionWeek Working smoke alarms, a home escape plan, combined with a home fire sprinkler system, offer families the highest level of protection and the best opportunity for survival during a home fire. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eFvgLSkDos&feature=youtu.be

The online ballot for the 2020-21 Emergency North Training (ENT) Board of Directors Elections is now LIVE! Cast your ballot now! https://www.oafc.on.ca/emergency-north-training-2020-21-boa

Good morning #Pickering. The brave men and women of Pickering Fire Services are at @Lowes_Canada, 1899 Brock Road, Pickering until 2pm for #firepreventionmonth. Drop by and have any fire related questions answered by the experts.

Do you live in #Uxbridge? Have you entered our #FirePreventionMonth fire safety poster contest yet? Tomorrow from 1-3pm, the Uxbridge Fire Department will be at @RONAinc, 8 Welwood Drive, to help you learn about about fire safety. ... https://www.oafc.on.ca/2020-oafc-fire-prevention-poster-con #FireAlertCanada

Scugog is looking to add to its volunteer firefighter ranks at both the Port Perry and Caesarea stations and will accept applications from the community until Sept. 8. Apply today! https://www.scugog.ca/Modules/News/index.aspx

The London Fire Department is dropping by RONA, 820 Blythwood Road, #LdnOnt at 3pm today to provide public education on fire prevention. With more people staying home than before, fire prevention has never been so important! Keep your family fire safe. #FirePreventionWeek

Does #Windsor have any #Fire related questions? Windsor Fire and Rescue is heading to Lowe's Canada, 1848 Provincial Road from 10-2pm tomorrow for #FirePreventionMonth to answer any and all questions you may have.

Tomorrow from 10am-2pm join the Pickering Fire Department at Lowe's Canada 1899 Brock Road, #Pickering for #FirePreventionMonth. Learn how to create your own personalized home fire escape plan to ensure your families safety in the event of an emergency. #FirstAlertCanada

Can't wait to see you tomorrow! #FirePreventionWeek #FirstAlertCanada

Nominations for the 2020-21 Emergency North Training Board of Directors closes today! Get those nominations in now! ENT Inc.s objective is to deliver educational programs and services for ppl who respond to emergencies in northwestern Ontario.... https://www.oafc.on.ca/emergency-north-training-2020-21-boa

#FirePreventionMonth continues in #Ontario! The East Gwillimbury Fire Department will be at Lowe's Canada, 18401 Yonge Street, tomorrow from10am-2pm. Drop by for free information on how to keep your family safe in the event of a fire or emergency.

Nominations for the 2020-21 Emergency North Training Board of Directors closes this Wednesday, August 26, 2020. Get your nominations in now! Dont miss your opportunity to get involved and help shape future training events! https://www.oafc.on.ca/emergency-north-training-2020-21-boa

The City of Owen Sound Fire & Emergency Services is at RONA 874 2nd Ave. East, Owen Sound until 4pm today! Stop by and pick up some free fire prevention swag for #FirePreventionMonth #firstalertcanada

Residential & fatal fires are up all across #Ontario. Help protect yourself and your family by making sure your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms work, and that you have & practice a home fire escape plan. Visit our website for more fire safety tips. https://www.oafc.on.ca/public-safety

In about one hour the Scugog fire department will be at RONA located at 1910 #Scugog Street, #PortPerry until 2pm for #FirePreventionWeek. Stop by to learn everything you need to know to make sure you have a fire safe #Thanksgiving #firstalertcanada

On right now, Toronto Fire Services is at RONA at 110 West Toronto Street, #Toronto until 2pm for #FirePreventionMonth. Stop by and enter our Will Fightfire, Fiona Firesafety & Friends 2020 OAFC Fire Prevention Poster Contest. #FirstAlertCanada https://www.oafc.on.ca/2020-oafc-fire-prevention-poster-con

#Ontario regularly updates and tracks forest fires and burn bans online. Visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/forest-fires for information on current forest fire dangers, forest fire activities and fire restrictions across the province.

The City of Greater Sudbury Fire Service is heading to @Lowes_Canada 1199 Marcus Drive, #Sudbury at 3pm today for #FirePreventionWeek. Stop by and work on your home fire escape plan with the professionals and learn what do in the event of a #Fire #FirstAlertCanada

Today we released our third #FirePreventionWeek safety video. This one is on the dangerous of #carbon #monoxide (#CO), the silent killer. In #Ontario over 65% of all injuries and deaths due to carbon monoxide occur in homes. https://youtu.be/FnnbTI0nlqY

Do you know how to #maketherightcall? 9-1-1 brings your emergency services 2-1-1 is your front door to community services including food banks, mental heal...th supports, programs for seniors, financial supports and more. www.maketherightcall.ca Ontario 211 Police Association of Ontario Ontario Paramedic Association Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs

If you are experiencing or witnessing an emergency situation, dont hesitate - dial 9-1-1. If you are looking for community supports whether its food programs..., mental health, services for seniors or more, dial 2-1-1. Help is always at your fingertips. www.maketherightcall.net --- Ontario 211 Police Association of Ontario Ontario Paramedic Association Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs

Don’t miss your chance to meet a firefighter and learn about fire prevention with the Scugog fire department tomorrow from 10-2pm at RONA located at 1910 #Scugog Street, #PortPerry #FirePreventionWeek #FirstAlertCanada

Fact: Cooking is the number one cause of residential fires in #Ontario Always stay in the kitchen and pay attention when cooking! If a fire does start #maketherightcall

The next two days, the London Fire Department will be giving out free fire prevention and public education tips and information. Today they'll be at Lowe's Canada 3375 Wonderland Road South from 3-8pm and tomorrow at RONA 820 Blythwood Road, London, also from 3-8pm #firepreventionweek #LdnOnt

Now more than ever, its important to Make the Right Call. Do you know how? www.maketherightcall.ca... Ontario 211 Police Association of Ontario Ontario Paramedic Association Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs

During the #COVID19 pandemic and always, help is at your fingertips. Dial 9-1-1 for police, paramedics, and fire. Dial 2-1-1 for food banks, mental h...ealth supports, services for seniors, housing help centres, and more. Were in this together. #maketherightcall Ontario 211 Ontario Paramedic Association Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs

We all know 9-1-1 is the number to dial in an emergency, but when do you dial 2-1-1? Call 211 to find: Food banks Mental health supports... Services for seniors Housing help centres Life is challenging, finding help doesnt have to be. #MakeTheRightCall

When you need help #MaketheRightCall If you dial 9-1-1 youll reach emergency service providers (EMS, Fire, Police). But 2-1-1 connects you social services such as food banks, mental health supports, and info on govt benefits.... Were in this together. www.maketherightcall.net

Do you know the proper number to call when you need help? In emergency situations, dont hesitate to dial 9-1-1. If you need community supports, dial 2-1-1.... Both lines are available or #Maketherightcall http://maketherightcall.net Ontario Paramedic Association Police Association of Ontario Ontario 211

We want to remind people now more than ever to #maketherightcall. In an emergency, dial 911. If you need to find food banks, mental health supports, or other critical community services, dial 211 or search 211ontario.ca

If youre planning on lighting fireworks for #CanadaDay2020 make sure you do it safely. Follow our handy #firework safety tips on our website at: https://www.oafc.on.ca/spring-summer-fire-safety-tips

Today is your final day to submit your application for the Jennys Heroes Canada 2020 #Ontario Fire Services Equipment Grant. Submit those applications today for a chance to win up to $25,000 to purchase equipment! https://www.oafc.on.ca/jennys-heroes-canada-2020-ontario-fi

Were 24 hours away from the OAFC 2020 Virtual Training Session: Water Flow, brought to you by A.J. Stone Company and Task Force Tips Sign up now for this free, hour long virtual experience that will expand your knowledge about water flow! https://www.oafc.on.ca//oafc-2020-virtual-training-session

Theres only a few days left to submit your application for the Jennys Heroes Canada 2020 #Ontario Fire Services Equipment Grant. Grants up to $25,000 are available. Apply today before its too late! https://www.oafc.on.ca/jennys-heroes-canada-2020-ontario-fi

Have you applied for the Jennys Heroes Canada 2020 #Ontario Fire Services Equipment Grant? Volunteer departments are eligible to purchase gear/ equipment/tech to assist responses in your community. Grants can be up to $25,000. Apply today!... https://www.oafc.on.ca/jennys-heroes-canada-2020-ontario-fi

Were one week away from the OAFC 2020 Virtual Training Session: Water Flow, brought to you by A.J. Stone Company and Task Force Tips. Have you registered? If not, times running out. Register today at: https://www.oafc.on.ca//oafc-2020-virtual-training-session

Its baaaaaaack! The Jennys Heroes Canada 2020 #Ontario Fire Services Equipment Grant is accepting applications. Small, volunteer departments are eligible to purchase gear/ equipment/technology to assist responses in your community. ... Grants can be up to $25,000. Apply today! https://www.oafc.on.ca/jennys-heroes-canada-2020-ontario-fi

Its Home Fire Sprinkler Week! Todays Theme: Protect What You Value Most Smoke alarms, escape plans, and fire sprinklers are all parts of a complete system of home fire safety plan.... https://youtu.be/HdpQk9o8x1o

Its Home Fire Sprinkler Week! Todays Theme: Fire Sprinklers are Smart and Green. Learn more about home sprinklers at https://youtu.be/cnzPFi_EGjU

Its Home Fire Sprinkler Safety Week! Todays Theme: Every New Home Should Have Fire Sprinklers. Most fire deaths happen at home. If you plan to build a new home, ask for fire sprinklers. https://youtu.be/kmIv7OxnmiU

Todays Theme: Fire Sprinklers are Reliable and Simple. Did you know that only the sprinkler closest to the fire activates - not every sprinkler. Learn how home sprinklers work at https://youtu.be/cnzPFi_EGjU

Its Home Fire Sprinkler Safety Week! Todays Theme: Fire is Fast! See how quickly a home fire can become deadly at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnzPFi_EGjU&feature=youtu.be

#Ontario has seen a spike in fire fatalities since the start of 2020 (https://www.cp24.com//ontario-sees-spike-in-fire-fatalitie). Nows the time to test and check your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and create a home escape plan in case of a fire. Visit our website for more information at: oafc.on.ca/public-safety

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May 3-9 is #EmergencyPreparednessWeek. Weve all seen how quickly emergencies can arise, so we should always do our best to be prepared. Everyone should: 1) Make a plan 2) Build a kit 3) Stay informed ... Build your Emergency Preparedness Plan at https://www.emergencymanagementontario.ca//Step1_make_a_pl

On #InternationalFirefightersDay we come together to honour, remember, and give our gratitude to those in the fire service who bravely give their lives to protect and keep us safe. Thank you, for all that you do.

Its Mental Health Week, lets #GetReal about how we really feel. Download your free mental health toolkit from the Canadian Mental Health Associations website at: https://mentalhealthweek.ca/toolkit/

May 1st is First Responders Day in #Ontario. Today, everyone should take a moment to thank the professionals who have dedicated their lives to public service, to protect and keep you safe. Thank you to all the first responders who keep us safe! #FirstRespondersDay

The Mental Health Commission of Canada is providing free online mental health crisis training for essential workers during #COVID-19. For more information visit: https://www.mentalhealthcommission.ca//mental-health-commi

Today is our National Day of Mourning where we honour those who have died, been injured, or ill due to work.

Thank you to all public safety dispatchers who serve as a lifeline between people in need and vital first response services. We appreciate your dedication and hard work to help save lives and for directing response to get to where they need to be #NationalPublicSafetyTelecommunicatorsWeek