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This morning, I joined Solicitor General @TeamKerzner and first responders from across the province at the Ontario Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial to pay tribute to the heroic fire fighters who have lost their lives protecting our homes and communities.
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Recall Alert!
Burn & Fire Hazard:
Goal Zero YETI 3000X Power Stations recalled due to fire and burn hazards. The recalled power station’s circuit board may overheat, posing a risk of fire and burn hazards.
Immediately stop using the recalled product and install the free YETI 3000X firmware update available through the Goal Zero application or contact Goal Zero for the firmware installation at no cost.
Learn more about the affected products and what to do next: recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en…
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Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Remember it is okay to not be okay. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help.
For resources, visit: ontario.ca/page/mental-healt…
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New place, new responsibility.
Your landlord must provide working smoke alarms outside all sleeping areas and on every storey, as well as give you a copy of the alarm maintenance instructions.
Your job is to flag it if they are not working properly. Ready-to-send email messages are available on savedbythebeep.ca
#SavedbytheBeep #TestYourSmokeAlarmDay
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I've been thinking about how my Wounded Warriors Ride for Mental Health was an analogy for MH. Not many people are prepared for a MH crisis, and when they're happening, even easy tasks can be difficult.
If you'd like to learn more, scan the QR code at the end of the video.
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Sleeping with your device, or charging it on your bed while sleeping, can be deadly. Thankfully, this one wasn’t. August 21 and another Lithium Ion Battery fire brings us to 86 in #Toronto
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WATCH: A firefighting tradition took centre stage in Lively on Thursday as Greater Sudbury Fire Services welcomed a new engine to its fleet. ctvnews.ca/northern-ontario/…
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It's tradition to push a new fire truck into the hall for the first time. Dating back to the days of horse-drawn fire apparatus, when firefighters would back it in to the hall.
A special moment for volunteers in Lively, proudly pushing our brand new Engine 6 into its new home!
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Older adults face higher risks in home fires.
Mobility, sensory impairments, or medical needs can make escape harder. Help reduce this risk by creating and practicing a fire escape plan with accessibility in mind.
#SeniorsMonth2026
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You hear the sirens.
We see the people behind them.
Today, we recognize Ontario’s first responders - emergency personnel who carry the weight of every call - and still show up for the next one.
Thank you for your strength, your service, and your heart.
#FirstRespondersDay
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Our volunteer firefighters aren’t just neighbours helping out—they are highly trained professionals who meet the exact same NFPA standards as full-time crews. They don’t just show up when it’s convenient; they:
• leave family dinners at a moment's notice
• jump out of bed for 3:00 AM calls
• step away from their "day jobs" the second the pager sounds
These individuals are the backbone of our fire services, protecting over 80% of Ontario’s geography. 🌲🚜
This #NationalVolunteerWeek, we’re looking past the gear at the people behind it. To the firefighters balancing careers, families, and the sudden ring of a pager: We see the dedication it takes to serve your community at 3:00 AM and still be at your desk by 9:00 AM.
Thank you for the commitment it takes to balance both roles. 👨🚒
#NVW2026 #OntarioFire #VolunteerFirefighter #PublicSafety #OntarioSafe #ProfessionalExcellence

ALT An image celebrating volunteer firefighters, featuring three firefighter helmets and jackets hanging on a rack in the shape of the silhouette of the province of Ontario. Text reads: "More than a uniform. Volunteer Firefighters: The backbone of our province." The image includes a map of Ontario in the background and the Office of the Fire Marshal logo.
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Stay safe — keep off the ice.
Spring conditions make ice extremely dangerous. What may look solid on the surface is often weak and thinning from below due to moving water, warmer temperatures, sun exposure and runoff.
Ice is not safe for walking, snowmobiling, ATVs or pets. Keep yourself, and your four-legged companions, on solid ground.
No ice is without risk. Stay safe, stay informed and protect yourself and others.
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Soyez prudents — ne marchez pas sur la glace.
Les conditions printanières rendent la glace extrêmement dangereuse. Ce qui peut sembler solide en surface est souvent fragile et s'amincit par dessous en raison du mouvement de l'eau, de la hausse des températures, de l'exposition au soleil et du ruissellement.
La glace n'est pas sûre pour la marche, la motoneige, les quads ou les animaux de compagnie. Restez, vous et vos compagnons à quatre pattes, sur la terre ferme.
Aucune glace n'est sans risque. Soyez prudents, restez informés et protégez-vous ainsi que les autres.
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Are you leaving your phone or laptop charging overnight?
⚡Improper charging of lithium-ion batteries can lead to heat buildup that increases the risk of fire or explosion.
Unplug when fully charged. Avoid overnight charging.
#TechSafety #BatterySafety #ThermalRunaway #LiIon
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Residents are asked to clear snow and ice from all exterior exhaust vents, including those for furnaces, water heaters and dryers. Heavy snow accumulation overnight can block these vents, leading to a dangerous buildup of carbon monoxide inside your home.
Greater Sudbury Fire Services advises you to ensure you have working carbon monoxide alarms on every level of your home. If your alarm sounds, leave the building immediately and call 911.
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Il est demandé aux résidents de déneiger et de dégivrer toutes les bouches d'aération extérieures, y compris celles des chaudières, des chauffe-eau et des sèche-linge. Une forte accumulation de neige pendant la nuit peut obstruer ces bouches d'aération, entraînant une accumulation dangereuse de monoxyde de carbone à l'intérieur de votre domicile.
Les Services d'incendie du Grand Sudbury vous recommandent de vous assurer que des détecteurs de monoxyde de carbone en état de marche sont installés à chaque étage de votre domicile. Si votre détecteur se déclenche, quittez immédiatement le bâtiment et composez le 911.
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The City of Greater Sudbury is now accepting applications for volunteer firefighters. greatersudbury.ca/live/emerg…
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La Ville du Grand Sudbury accepte maintenant les candidatures pour des pompiers volontaires. greatersudbury.ca/live/emerg…
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This week, we are proud to highlight the women who help keep Greater Sudbury safe, strong and moving forward.
MeetCassidy Barrett, Firefighter with the City of Greater Sudbury.
I was drawn to work in the trades, but when my dad became a volunteer firefighter, I realized working in emergency services could be an option. I was never once made to feel like I was out of place for being a woman working in a male-dominated field. Instead, I am welcomed and treated like every other member of the team. My advice to any women thinking about a job in Fire Services is to not be deterred by other people's thoughts or words, because only you know what you are capable of. Keep pushing, don’t quit, and stay tough, ladies!
Throughout the week, we will be profiling women across our organization who contribute to the services residents rely on every day.
#InternationalWomensDay #GreaterSudbury
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Cette semaine, nous sommes fiers de mettre en lumière les femmes qui contribuent à la sécurité, à la force et au progrès de la région du Grand Sudbury.
Rencontrez Cassidy Barrett, Pompier pour la ville du Grand Sudbury.
J'étais attirée par les métiers manuels, mais lorsque mon père est devenu pompier volontaire, j'ai réalisé que travailler dans les services d'urgence pouvait être une option. Je ne me suis jamais sentie déplacée parce que j'étais une femme travaillant dans un domaine dominé par les hommes. Au contraire, je suis accueillie et traitée comme n'importe quel autre membre de l'équipe. Mon conseil à toutes les femmes qui envisagent de travailler dans les services d'incendie est de ne pas se laisser décourager par les opinions ou les paroles des autres, car vous seule savez de quoi vous êtes capable. Continuez à vous battre, n'abandonnez pas et restez fortes, mesdames !
Tout au long de la semaine, nous présenterons des femmes de notre organisation qui contribuent aux services dont les résidents dépendent chaque jour.
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Laisser des briquets à la portée des enfants peut provoquer une tragédie.
Même les briquets « à l'épreuve des enfants » ne sont pas totalement sécuritaires.
Gardez les briquets hors de vue et hors de portée, enfermés dans un tiroir ou une armoire.
@Education_ONT
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Leaving lighters within reach of children is a recipe for disaster.
Even "child-resistant" lighters aren't foolproof—curious kids can figure them out in seconds.
Keep lighters out of sight and out of reach, locked away in a drawer or cabinet.
@ONeducation
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Using a space heater? Turn up the warmth — not the risk.
- Keep 3 ft clearance.
- Plug into a wall outlet (not a power bar). Choose tip-over protection.
- Turn off before sleep or leaving.
Stay warm, stay safe.
Learn more: Ontario.ca/FireMarshal
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Do you have an all-year cottage rental? Guest safety is part of hosting.
⭐post a fire escape plan (two ways out)
⭐date-stamp when smoke and carbon monoxide alarms were tested
⭐ hire certified pros to inspect chimneys and vents
⭐share local emergency information
⭐ keep cottage number visible from the road
Safety = super-host energy 🔥
#Wintercottage #Winterrental #CottageRentals #OntarioCottage





















