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Fire Prevention Week Oct. 3rd to 9th Logo

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK

October 3, 2010 to October 9, 2010

This year's campaign is designed to educate people about the importance of smoke alarms and encourages everyone to take the steps necessary to update and maintain their home smoke alarm protection.

Smoke alarms should be installed on every level of the home (including the basement), outside each sleeping area, and inside each bedroom. Larger homes may need additional smoke alarms. Never remove or disable smoke alarms.  more.... 

 


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OPEN AIR BURNING: IT COULD COST YOU!   IS IT ALLOWED IN YOUR AREA OF BURLINGTON?

Are you considering purchasing a chiminea or other outdoor burning device?  If so, this is considered open air burning and is only allowed in designated rural areas.   Rural areas approved for open air burning must have an active open air burning permit, prior to any burning. Open air burning is not permitted in the urban area of Burlington (South of Dundas Street / HWY 407), permits will not be issued for this area.  If you reside within a designated approved open air burning area of Burlington, please note that an Open Air Burning Permit is required, prior to burning.  IF you are unsure if your permit is up to date or if you would like to request a free burning permit, please contact Fire Prevention via email at firedepartment@burlington.ca or call (905) 637-9536, more....

Map Of Open Air Burning Areas

For open air burning information or to apply for a free permit, please call 905-637-9536 or email firedepartment@burlington.ca

 


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Firefighters Against Cancers Existance (F.A.C.E.) Charity Hockey Tournament, September 21, 2010 to 23, 2010

This registered non-profit charitable organization was started in 2004 to raise funds to help leading cancer research facilities to find a cure for cancer.

Do you have a hockey team that is interested in particpating?  There are two divisions to choose from for your teams caliber; competitive or recreational.  Registration is $800 per team and is limited to the first 16 teams that register.  There are great prizes, NHL Alumni appearances and special guests.  Registration closes September 1, 2010.  Registration Brocher and more information (F.A.C.E Brochure)

 

 


Question MarkDO YOU HAVE A QUESTION?

Check out Burlington Fire Department Frequently Asked Questions link above.  If you can not find an answer to your inquiry; simply send us an email to firedepartment@burlington.ca.  We look forward to hearing from you.                           

The Fire Department general email address should not be used for individual and/or company promotion or solicitation of a service or product. These emails will not be replied to or forwarded, they are removed from the general email inbox.

General Inquiries: 905-637-8207

Fire Prevention and Public Education Inquiries: 905-637-9536

Employment Opportunities: Please call the City of Burlington Human Resource Depatment at  905-335-7602 or follow this link to Current Job Opportunities  with the City of Burlington.