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Fire prevention week

October 5-11, 2025

Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-ion batteries in your home

Lithium-ion batteries power many of our devices at home, including phones, tablets, power tools, e-bikes, and more. Together, we can prevent fires that start from lithium-ion batteries.

  • Buy only listed products Only buy battery-powered devices that have safety certification marks like UL, ETL, or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.
  • Charge devices safely. Only use the cords that came with the product to charge. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer. Buy new chargers from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved. Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged.
  • Recycle batteries responsibly. Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could start a fire. Recycle your device or battery at a 4R Winnipeg Depots.

Smoke Alarm for Every (SAFE) Family program

Homeowners without working smoke alarms may be eligible to have one installed for free through the SAFE Family program.

If you are a renter, it is your landlord's responsibility to install and maintain a working smoke alarm in your residential rental property, as per Fire Prevention By-Laws.

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service - Open houses

On Saturday, October 4, from noon to 4 p.m., Winnipeggers are invited to attend open houses at your local fire paramedic stations. Every WFPS station will be open to visitors to get to know their local first responders and learn about smoke alarms, home escape plans and fire prevention. All children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Fire prevention week for schools

On Tuesday, October 8, WFPS will be hosting a kick-off event for Fire Prevention Week at Shaughnessy School.

Throughout the week, schools in Winnipeg are encouraged to practice fire drills, promote fire safety and provide tips on fire prevention to students.

You can book a fire safety presentation for students and community groups throughout the year.

Canadian Tire meet and greets

WFPS is teaming up with Canadian Tire to promote the importance of smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, and other fire and life safety equipment by hosting booths inside a number of Canadian Tire stores throughout the city. Residents can talk to firefighters about these important devices, how to test them, and where in a residence to install them:

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