Wrenford Fire Rescue is rolling out a city-wide compliance campaign starting today, April 27, 2026, to ensure every household has working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. The "Sound the Alarm: Stay Safe, Wrenford" initiative reminds residents that working alarms are the first line of defence in a home fire.
Over the next three months, Fire Safety Codes Officers will be conducting random checks across all six wards. They are also visiting rental properties to verify that landlords have met their obligations under the National Fire Code and the Safety Codes Act. The team is reminding property owners that they are responsible for keeping fire protection features in good working order and for allowing safe access for inspections.
"We work with property owners and residents to provide ample opportunity to identify and correct safety issues," said Deputy Fire Chief Simon Hartley. "However, when buildings are left without functioning alarms or when officers are denied entry, we must use the legal system to address the ongoing negligence that puts lives at risk."
Residents can take several simple steps to stay protected. Test your alarms every month by pressing the test button. Replace batteries at least once a year, or when the unit chirps. If you are a senior aged 65 or older, or a low-income resident, you can request a free home inspection and battery replacement through the Wrenford Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm Inspection Program. For hearing-impaired residents, the city also provides free assistive alerting devices that include flashing lights and vibrating pads.
Property owners who receive a non-compliance order have a set period to make repairs. If the work is not done, the City may lay charges under the Provincial Offences Act, which can result in fines of up to $10,000 per offence.
For a full list of maintenance tips, installation requirements, and how to book an inspection, visit the Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms page.
