Fire
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10 Individuals Rescued During Canada Day Storm at Guelph Lake Conservation Area
Guelph, Ont., July 2, 2026 – The Guelph Fire Department’s Specialty Water Rescue Team safely retrieved 10 people from Guelph Lake on July 1 after a sudden and severe storm with heavy winds, lightning and rain created dangerous conditions on the water. At 5:09 p.m., the department responded to a water rescue call at Guelph…
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Hot Summer Nights returns for the 2026 season!
Guelph Fire Department promotes fire safety in the community Guelph, Ont., June 30, 2026 – Guelph Fire crews will roll into six parks this summer to help you beat the heat as you learn about fire and emergency safety with the return of “Hot Summer Nights.” Bring a swimsuit, towel, water bottle and energy to this in-person event and get hosed…
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Court decision reinforces owner and landlord responsibility for fire safety
Conviction of Fire Code offences resulted in severe penalties, including fines and imprisonment Guelph, Ont., February 26, 2026 – A fatal 2024 fire, in which two occupants died tragically in a rental home with no working smoke alarms, has resulted in charges for two landlords. “Through collaboration with the Office of the Fire Marshal, Guelph…
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New safety requirements for carbon monoxide alarms coming into effect January 1
Changes to Ontario’s Fire Code require additional CO alarms in living spaces Guelph, Ont., December 8, 2025 – As of January 1, 2026, changes to the Ontario Fire Code, will help increase the chance of detecting a carbon monoxide (CO) leak in your home. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odourless, and deadly gas, and…
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Guelph Fire Department upgrades to Next Generation 9-1-1, improving emergency response
As always, Guelph residents should call 9-1-1 in an emergency Guelph, Ont., November 20, 2025 – The Guelph Fire Department will officially transition to the Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) network on November 20, 2025. This upgrade follows the successful implementation of NG9-1-1 by the Guelph Police Service in September and reflects a broader provincial effort…
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Guelph Fire Department cracking down on Ontario Fire Code violations
Guelph, Ont., May 1, 2025 – After a spate of fatal fires in the community, the Guelph Fire Department is taking a zero-tolerance approach to Ontario Fire Code violations and encourages residents to take a moment to ensure working smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms are in their dwelling. “We are reminding everyone how important…
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One person dead, another in serious condition after morning townhouse fire
Guelph, Ont., March 19, 2025 – Guelph Fire Department responded to multiple calls of a townhouse fire on Sunset Road just before 7 a.m. this morning. Guelph Police Service was first to arrive on scene and confirmed that two occupants had self-evacuated the building, but two others remained trapped inside. First-arriving fire crews encountered flames…
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Guelph Fire Department welcomes new Deputy Fire Chief of Administration Jonathan Wilker
Guelph, Ont., February 3, 2025 – The City of Guelph is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Wilker to the role of Deputy Fire Chief of Administration for the Guelph Fire Department. Deputy Chief Wilker brings experience from a diverse career spanning 25 years in emergency services. Currently, he is Deputy Chief of Support…