Join the City of Burlington's Alarm Assistance Program (AAP) to receive a free, annual home safety visit from local firefighters. They can help you maintain your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
The AAP program is offered to residents who:
This program is for people with limited support networks or agencies available to assist.
Contact us for more information and to see if you're eligible at firedepartment@burlington.ca or at 905-637-8207, ext. 6236.
You may also be referred to the program by your doctor, a family member, friend or emergency responder.
Most alarms expire after 10 years and must be replaced according to manufacturer's instructions. If you have hard-wired alarms in your home, as opposed to battery-operated alarms, the units must be installed and serviced by a licensed technician or electrician. If you have battery-operated smoke or CO alarms, please provide replacement batteries for firefighters to install during your home visit.
Once you have contacted us to book your appointment, our on-duty firefighters will arrive in a fire truck on the day of your scheduled visit and will:
For more information, call the Alarm Assistance Program Line at: 905-637-8207, ext. 6236.
If there is an emergency and you require immediate assistance, dial 9-1-1.