New Ontario Fire Code effective January 1, 2026
The Ontario Fire Code is evolving. As of January 1, 2026, a series of amendments introduced under O. Reg. 87/25 under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act will come into effect, bringing both harmonization with national codes and Ontario-specific updates. For more information and to read the new Fire Code, visit the Ontario webpage, O. Reg. 213/07 FIRE CODE | ontario.ca.
Fire Prevention
The Fire Prevention Division is committed to helping residents, homeowners, and business owners prevent fires before they happen to reduce the risk of fire and loss of property in the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury. We are responsible for public fire safety education, inspection activities, fire code inspection and enforcement and plans review. We can also assist with your fire prevention needs, including:
- Fire alarm systems
- Sprinkler systems
- Plans examination
- Fire investigation
- Commercial cooking
- Other areas of fire protection technology
Fire Prevention Safety Tips:
The best way to protect yourself and your family during a fire emergency is to be prepared and know how to respond. BWG's Fire Prevention team is qualified and trained in fire code inspection and enforcement and can assist with your fire prevention needs, including:
- fire alarm systems
- sprinkler systems
- plans examination
- fire investigation
- commercial cooking
- other areas of fire protection technology
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Smoke Alarms |
According to the Ontario Fire Code, all homes must have a working smoke alarm on each storey and adjacent to all sleeping areas. Make sure your smoke alarms are working by:
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Carbon Monoxide Alarms *New Requirements* |
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What's new?
These changes are designed to better protect vulnerable populations and ensure CO alarms are placed where risks are highest. For more information please view the documents below, or contact us by email FirePrevention@townofbwg.com or phone 905-775-7311 ext. 6005 |
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Create a Home Escape Plan |
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If a fire starts in your home, you may only have a few minutes to get out safely. Everyone in your home needs to know where to go and what do in a fire emergency. Here are some steps to help you make a home escape plan.
Draw a floor plan Draw a floor plan of your home that includes all doors and windows. Identify at least two exits from each room in your house.
Set a meeting place outside Identify a meeting place outside of your home, such as a tree, pole or mailbox. The meeting place should be a safe distance from your home. This is where everyone in your home will plan to meet during an emergency.
Call 911 During an emergency, call 911 once you're safely outside of your home. If you're practicing the home escape plan, don't call emergency services.
Practice the escape plan Practice the escape plan with all members of your household. Practice during the day and at night at least twice per year. Try different escape routes each time and teach children to escape on their own, in case you're unable to help them. |
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Fire Safety Plans |
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It is important to ensure you submit your fire safety plan to the Fire Department annually for review and approval. This helps to keep your occupants and building safe.
What buildings require a fire safety plan?
A fire safety plan is required for the following buildings:
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