Fire Protection Solutions for Government Facilities

For facility directors and government decision-makers, this means ensuring fire protection systems are always compliant, reliable, and seamlessly maintained. The challenge lies in balancing strict regulatory requirements with the need for efficient service delivery and budget accountability.

At Onyx, we bring decades of experience working with government partners across Ontario. Our team is trusted to deliver compliant, reliable fire protection services for a wide range of facilities, including administrative buildings, healthcare institutions, transportation hubs, and educational campuses. With dedicated project management and transparent reporting, we ensure that government stakeholders can demonstrate both safety and fiscal responsibility.

The Onyx Advantage for Government Facilities

Proven Compliance Expertise: Full alignment with NFPA, Ontario Fire Code & AHJ requirements

Reliable Service Delivery: 1,200+ technicians & 650+ vehicles across Ontario ensure quick response & coverage

Transparency & Accountability: Clear documentation & reporting for audits & oversight

Experience with Public Sector Projects: Trusted partner for municipalities, healthcare & education facilities

Looking Ahead: Ontario Fire Code Changes for 2026

New Fire Code Update Takes Effect in January 2026. Ontario is adopting the CAN/ULC-S536:19 Standard for fire alarm inspections, replacing the 2004 edition with stricter, more detailed requirements. Facility directors & government decision-makers should prepare, as this may impact 2026 budgets & operations. The updated national standard delivers more rigorous, reliable inspections, reflecting new technology, best practices & enhanced testing protocols, with a strong focus on safety, precision & compliance.

Budget Impact: Plan up to a 35% Increase

With more thorough & in depth inspections comes the potential for increased cost. Many facilities will need to budget for up to a 35% increase in inspection costs for 2026. Now is the time to review your fire protection budgets & prepare in advance. Our technicians are already trained on the 2026 standards and ready to support you. We’ll keep your building compliant & inspections on schedule, without surprises.

Why Inspections May Take Longer

Under the new standard, many facility directors & government decision-makers may expect longer inspection times, especially for complex or integrated systems with multiple zones & intelligent devices.

Onyx Is Ready. Are You?

Don’t wait until next year. Contact your Onyx representative today for a tailored inspection estimate based on your building’s system. We’re here to guide you every step of the way through this important transition.