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Community Fire Protection

Community fire protection in the Northwest Territories is challenging, particularly for smaller communities.
Fire Prevention Week

Fire Prevention Week

FPW, held every October across North America, educates people about the risk of home fires and ways to minimize them.

Fire Service Merit Awards

For firefighters and/or community fire departments that have made significant contributions to the NWT Fire Service.

Fireworks Permitting

Fireworks are regulated in the Northwest Territories by the Fire Works Regulations of the Fire Prevention Act.

Occupancy Load Permitting

The Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) is responsible for establishing occupancy loads in assembly spaces & public spaces.

Plan Review

Plan review plays a vital role in the GNWT's obligation to protect occupants and property from fire and spread of fire.