Fire prevention week

October 4-10, 2026

Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower

Plug in. Power up. Stay safe.

Lithium-ion batteries power many of our devices at home, including phones, tablets, power tools, e-bikes, and more. By following a few simple safety tips, we can prevent fires caused by lithium-ion batteries.

  • Buy products with a safety certification mark. Choose battery-powered devices that display a recognized safety certification mark, such as UL, ETL, or CSA. These marks show the product has been tested and 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.
  • Take extra care with larger batteries. Charge e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside and away from exits. These batteries are larger and store more energy. If they fail, fires can grow quickly and spread.
  • 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 Depot.

Smoke Alarm for Every (SAFE) Family program

Homeowners without working smoke alarms may be eligible to have one battery-operated smoke alarm 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 3, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Winnipeggers are invited to attend open houses at your local fire paramedic stations.  Some WFPS stations 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.

The following stations will host visitors:

  • No. 2 Station - 55 Watt St.
  • No. 3 Station - 337 Des Meurons St.
  • No. 5 Station - 845 Sargent Ave.
  • No. 6 Station - 603 Redwood Ave.
  • No. 7 Station - 10 Allan Blye Dr.
  • No. 9 Station - 1083 Autumnwood Dr.
  • No. 11 Station - 1705 Portage Ave
  • No. 12 Station - 1780 Taylor Ave.
  • No. 13 Station - 799 Lilac St.
  • No. 15 Station - 130 Eaglewood Dr.
  • No. 18 Station - 5000 Roblin Blvd.
  • No. 20 Station - 525 Banting Drive
  • No. 22 Station - 1567 Waverley St.
  • No. 23 Station - 880 Dalhousie Dr.
  • No. 24 Station - 1665 Rothesay St.
  • No. 25 Station - 701 Day St.
  • No. 26 Station - 1525 Dakota St.
  • No. 27 Station - 27 Sage Creek Blvd

Fire prevention week for schools

On Wednesday, October 7, WFPS will be hosting a school event for Fire Prevention Week at Mulvey 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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