Safe Learning Environments with Reliable Fire Protection

From residence halls to classrooms, laboratories to athletic facilities, each space has unique risks that must be addressed with reliable systems and ongoing maintenance.

Administrators and facility managers face the dual challenge of staying compliant with strict fire codes while also managing budgets and minimizing disruption to daily campus operations. At Onyx Fire Protection, we provide tailored fire protection solutions designed for educational institutions of all sizes. Our teams work efficiently to perform inspections, upgrades, and maintenance with minimal impact on students and staff, helping schools remain both safe and operational.

The Onyx Advantage for Education:

• Student & Staff Safety First: Systems designed to protect large populations in diverse environments.
• Minimized Disruption: Inspections and maintenance scheduled around academic calendars and facility use.
• Budget-Friendly Solutions: Tiered service levels to help balance safety with financial accountability.
• Proven Experience: Partner to universities, colleges, and school boards across Ontario.

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. For institutions managing multiple sites, this represents not just a compliance challenge, but also an opportunity to centralize & streamline fire protection oversight.

Budget Impact: Plan up to a 35% Increase

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. With more thorough & in depth inspections comes the potential for increased cost. 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.

Why Inspections May Take Longer

Under the new standard, many institutions may expect longer inspection times, especially for larger or more complex Fire Alarm Systems. Don’t wait until next year. Contact your Onyx representative today for a tailored inspection estimate based on your building’s system.

Onyx Is Ready. Are You?

Our technicians are already trained on the 2026 standards & ready to support you. We’re here to ensure your building stays compliant & your inspections stay on schedule, all without surprises.