Fire Prevention Week

GET LOUD! LEARN THE SOUNDS OF FIRE SAFETY!

Fire Prevention Week runs from October 3 to 9, 2021 and the St. Marys Fire Department is challenging everyone in St. Marys to test their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and “Get Loud!” as part of Fire Prevention Week.

The St. Marys Fire Department is organizing a variety of events during Fire Prevention Week. Be sure to follow us on Facebook for important daily tips and updates on learning the sounds of fire safety! 

Activities and Events

 September 28 to October 9: Get Loud! Colouring Contest

Enter to win a Fire Chief Experience! 

Residents are invited to enter a colouring contest for the chance to win a “Fire Chief Experience". The winner will receive a tour of the fire hall, get to try on bunker gear, ride in a fire truck and get to spend two to three hours with the St. Marys Fire Chief and firefighters and learn all about what it takes to keep our community safe!

Download the colouring sheet here and submit it to communications@town.stmarys.on.ca or drop it off at the Fire Hall on or before October 9, 2021. Printed versions are also available to pick up at the St. Marys Fire Hall (172 James Street South).

October 2: Cindy's Law "Fire Extinguisher Giveaway"

Join the Canada-wide campaign to have every vehicle on the road equipped with a Fire Extinguisher!

This year the St. Marys Fire Department is starting Fire Prevention Week early with an extra special event. From 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. they will be handing out  FREE fire extinguishers at the St. Marys Fire Hall, with the purpose of them being kept in vehicles. Cash donations will be greatly appreciated for this cause. This event occurs on the one year anniversary of the tragic loss of Cindy Devine, a St. Thomas resident who lost her life after she was pinned inside her vehicle after being stuck by a truck and the vehicle caught on fire. 

Share Cindy's story on Facebook and share your photos of your fire extinguisher in your vehicle using #CindysLaw and #ExtinguishersForCindy.

Thank you to our incredible sponsors for helping us keep everyone safe!

AllRoads Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Limited
Ashton Tire Service Ltd.
Cascades
Dowler-Karn Ltd.
Harris Greig Automotive
Perth County Ingredients
Sam’s Home Hardware
St. Marys Kinsmen

October 4: Sparky Visit and Swag Bag Booth:

Stop by and see our firefighters and Sparky at Your Independent Grocer St. Marys from approximately 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.! Get a 2021 St. Marys Fire Department reusable bag (with important fire safety information and swag). See Sparky and get a photo with one of the St. Marys fire trucks!

October 6: Annual Door to Door Visits:

St. Marys firefighters will be visiting 1000 St. Marys homes in one night to hand out 2021 Swag Bags and help educate the town on the importance of fire safety!

Covid-19 health and safety protocols will be in place for all Fire Prevention Week events and activities. Events and activities are subject to change based on heath and safety regulations and weather conditions.