Brantford Fire Department

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Please join us in congratulating Kevin Boudreault on his promotion to Captain. Thank you for your continued leadership and dedication to the Brantford Fire Department. We wish you all the best in your new role.

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Important reminder: fireworks are permitted in the City of Brantford on Victoria Day and the 3 calendar days preceding (May 15, 16, 17, 18) BUT they can only be discharged on private property providing safety requirements are met. To learn more, click https://t.co/qcvZTzus4f

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Congratulations to Firefighter Mike Csordas on his 30 years of service with the Brantford Fire Department. Thank you for your commitment, dedication and continued service to our community.

[City of Brantford @CityofBrantford]

Emergency Preparedness Week runs from May 3-9, 2026. This year’s theme, Prepared Together, is all about teaming up with family, friends, and neighbours to support each other during emergencies. Here are some simple ways to get ready as a community:

📋 share your skills and resources
📱swap contact info
👥 set up a buddy system
🚨 work on emergency plans together
🏘️ pick a go-to gathering spot
✅ split up responsibilities like checking utilities or sharing news

Take time this week to prepare with family, friends and neighbours by visiting https://t.co/quH5KiHcCC and head over to the City’s Instagram page for a chance to win your own vehicle emergency kit!

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Charge with care - use the correct charger, avoid overnight charging, and keep devices away from heat sources. 

If a battery catches fire, evacuate immediately. Don’t try to fight it yourself. Get out, stay out, and call 911.

For more information, visit https://t.co/LGiWOkQvgF

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🎧🚨 Happy National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 🚨🎧

This week we proudly recognize the dedicated Communications Division. Please join us in thanking these incredible individuals for their service. We appreciate you today and every day!

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

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

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

New carbon monoxide (CO) alarm requirements apply to condos and apartments!

If CO can get into your unit, including from a garage, service room, fuel-burning appliance, or building ventilation system, you need a CO alarm.
New rules take effect January 1, 2026.

For full details on the updated 2026 CO alarm requirements, visit https://t.co/5RUBwRu7Kv.

#CarbonMonoxide #COSafety #COAlarms
#WinterSafety #FireSafety #ProtectYourFamily

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Winter’s here and the heat is on - but let’s keep it safe.
Heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fires in Ontario during the colder months.

Whether you're using a space heater, fireplace or furnace, here’s how to stay warm without risking a fire:

Keep anything that can burn (like blankets, curtains, and furniture) at least one metre away from heat sources

Turn off space heaters when you leave the room or go to sleep.

Never use your oven or stove to heat your home

Have your furnace and chimney inspected annually by a professional

Make sure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are working and tested monthly

Stay cozy, stay safe and make fire prevention part of your winter routine.

[Oshawa Fire Services @OshawaFire]

Be a Hydrant Hero this winter by keeping fire hydrants clear of snow.

Clearing 1.5 meters around a hydrant gives firefighters quick access during an emergency. When a fire strikes, every second counts.

#FireSafety #HydrantHero
@oshawacity @iafflocal465

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

It’s been a week since the new changes to the Ontario Fire Code came into effect!

The updates require carbon monoxide alarms in more residential settings, including some multi-unit buildings and places with fuel-burning appliances or attached garages.

Here’s how to keep your home fire safe:
• make sure CO alarms are installed where required
• test your alarms to ensure they’re working properly
• replace batteries if needed
• talk to your household about what to do if the alarm sounds

Carbon monoxide – you can’t see it, taste it or smell it, but it’s deadly. With the right alarms in place, the dangers are 100% detectable.

Learn more about the new rules at https://t.co/jX2tr2b9bj

[Brantford Fire Department @BrantfordFire]

Congratulations to Firefighter Phil Stephens on 5 years of service with the Brantford Fire Department!

We thank you for your continued service and dedication to the Brantford community.

@BrantfordPFFA

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Congratulations to Fire Safety Educator Teagan Knowles on attaining the rank of 1st Class Fire Safety Educator! Thank you for all you do to educate our community about fire and life safety.

@BrantfordPFFA

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Happy Canada Day, Brantford! The City of Brantford has outdone themselves with a jam-packed lineup of fun things to do today.

Looking to enjoy some fireworks in honour of Canada Day? Skip the at-home fireworks displays and come out for the City’s display instead kicking off at 10pm!

Be safe today, Brantford!

[City of Brantford @CityofBrantford]

Happy Canada Day, Brantford! 🇨🇦
Join the FREE celebrations at Lions Park (12 Edge Street) for a day filled with live music, family friendly fun, fireworks and more! Details at https://t.co/fqntXcU0Gf
Looking for more ways to celebrate? These City facilities will also be open on July 1:
✅ Earl Haig Family Fun Park from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
✅ Woodman Pool for Length Swimming from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., a Family Swim from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. and Public Swim from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
✅ Walter Gretzky Golf Course and Wally's Grill + Patio. Tee off times begin at 7 a.m. with the last tee time at 7 p.m.
There are some schedule changes in place on July 1. There are NO changes to regularly scheduled garbage, recycling and green bin collection. Please place your waste at the curb by 7:00 a.m. Check out the full list of adjusted schedules here: https://t.co/w5sPSP5Gx7

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Congratulations to Firefighter Bob Botosh on 20 years of service with the Brantford Fire Department!

We thank you for your continued service and dedication to the Brantford community.

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We are excited to be hosting Hot Summer Nights once again! Check out the post below for this year's park line up.

Hope to see you there! 🚒

[City of Brantford @CityofBrantford]

The Brantford Fire Department is pleased to announce the return of Hot Summer Nights 🚒 💦

These fun and free events allow families to cool off with a fire truck sprinkler, enjoy freezies, and learn about fire safety. This years events take place on Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the following dates:

📅 July 8 at Orchard Park, 29 Brisbane Boulevard
📅 July 15 at Holmedale Park, 331 Grand River Ave
📅 July 22 at Central Park, 143 George Street
📅 July 29 at Walter Gretzky Park, 379 Blackburn Drive
📅 August 5 at Tranquility Park, 135 Francis Street

These events are made possible with sponsor support from Hot Country 93.9 and Sobeys Brantford. To learn more, visit the Brantford Fire’s Facebook page or https://t.co/rDR71MIawv

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The Brantford Fire Department would like to congratulate Firefighter Jarrett Parker on attaining the rank of 4th Class Firefighter. Great job Jarrett!

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Today we recognize all the amazing dads out there! An extra special thank you to the dads serving their communities in emergency services today. Your courage and dedication don't go unnoticed. Happy Father’s Day!

BBQ’ing Father’s Day dinner tonight? Never leave your lit BBQ unattended!

[Brantford Fire Department @BrantfordFire]

The Brantford Fire Department would like to welcome Jeffery Walsh into his new role as a Fire Prevention Officer which commenced on Monday, June 2. We look forward to him joining Fire Prevention.