"fire prevention"

The City is officially proclaiming the week of October 5 to 11, 2025, as Fire Prevention Week to raise awareness about fire safety.

The City of Gatineau officially proclaims October 5 to 11, 2025, as Fire Prevention Week to promote public education and citizen responsibility regarding fire risks.

The city officially proclaims October 6–12, 2024, as Fire Prevention Week to raise awareness about fire safety and emergency preparedness among residents.

The committee will discuss and provide a recommendation regarding the City of Gatineau's fire prevention regulations. This is a key regulatory item that impacts fire safety standards across the city.

The Public Safety Commission reviewed proposed updates to the city's fire prevention bylaw (draft 926-2024), which aims to modernize safety standards for smoke detectors, fire alarms, and outdoor fires. The commission recommended that City Council adopt these changes, which include new regulations for outdoor fire pits and events with over 500 attendees, to better align with provincial fire safety requirements and climate change adaptation goals.

The Commission reviewed its 2024-2025 work plan and scheduled a follow-up discussion regarding fire prevention regulations for June 6, 2024.

The committee will discuss the city's fire prevention bylaw and provide a recommendation, likely regarding updates or enforcement measures to improve public safety.

The Commission reviewed proposed amendments to the Fire Prevention Bylaw (774-2015), specifically regarding a total ban on open-air and vegetation fires to mitigate wildfire risks. Following debate, the Commission recommended adopting the amendments (under draft bylaw 926-2024) while mandating an information and awareness campaign, and allowing exceptions for bonfires during authorized events.