Fire Prevention Week is October 8-14, 2023. This year's theme is "Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention™,” Practice fire safety while cooking. Cooking remains the leading cause of residential loss fires in Ontario, but by following a fire safe recipe, disaster can be avoided.
Cooking Safety Tips.
Fire Prevention Week Events
Learn more about fire prevention with the Timmins Fire Department
October 11, 2023
- 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at BMR Feldman Timber, 681 Algonquin Blvd. E.
- 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Porcupine Timber Mart, 85 Bruce Ave.
October 12, 2023
- 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Timmins Square
October 13, 2023
- 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Porcupine Mall
October 14, 2023
- 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Canadian Tire on Riverside Dr.
- 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at The Home Depot on Riverside Dr.
Download:
Cooking Safety Colouring Sheet (in French)
Kitchen Safety Hidden Pictures
Visit the NFPA (FPW) for other resources.
Learn how to create a Fire Escape Plan.
What is Fire Prevention Week?
This year Fire Prevention Week celebrates 100 Years of Fire Safety. Since 1922 Fire Prevention Week has been observed on the Sunday through Saturday period in which October 9th falls. Created in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, Fire Prevention Week is dedicated to educating and informing the public on the importance of fire prevention and safety.
