Fire Prevention Week

Battery fires happen anywhere, anytime Fire Prevention Week

Fire Prevention Week, October 5th to 11th, 2025

Lithium-ion batteries power our everyday electronics, including phones, laptops, power tools, and e-bikes. If not handled correctly, damaged, or overcharged, they can overheat and cause fires or explosions.

Lithium-ion battery safety has been chosen by National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) as the theme for Fire Prevention week for 2025. 

The Calgary Fire Department has identified battery awareness and prevention as a top priority for 2025 that can save lives and property damage.

Know how to charge & recycle responsibly

  • Buy only listed products. When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery look for a safety certification mark such as UL, ETL, or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.
  • Charge devices safely. Always use the cords that came with the product to charge. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer. Buy new chargers from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved. Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged. 
  • Recycle batteries responsibly. Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the blue, black or green carts because they could start a fire. Recycle your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location. Visit calgary.ca/battery to find a recycling spot near you. 

Visit Calgary.ca/chargesafe to find out more about how to safely manage and recycle batteries. 

Events in your community

Come join the Calgary Fire Department between October 5 to 11, 2025 at Fire Prevention Week events near you. Everyone is welcome! 

Fire Station Open House 

  • Sunday, October 5th, 1pm to 4pm  
  • Country Hills Fire Station (#31), 11955 County Village Link NE

Fire Prevention Week @ the Genesis Centre

  • Wednesday, October 8th 4pm to 7pm
  • 7555 Falconridge Blvd NE 

Fire Prevention Week @ Chinook Mall

  • Saturday, October 11th 10am to 4pm 
  • 6455 Macleod Trail

Did you know?

  • Battery fires at City landfills and recycling facilities are increasing due to improper disposal, with over 50 fire incidents reported at City landfills and recycling facilities in 2025.
  • In 2025 alone, Calgary has seen estimated fire-related property losses of over $32 million due to lithium-ion battery fires.
  • An estimated 88 per cent of estimated losses due to battery fire since 2015 have already occurred in 2025 alone. 

Charge Safe

Learn more about safely disposing of batteries

Other resources

  • Smoke Alarms

    Smoke alarms, when properly installed, tested and maintained, provide the best early warning system in the event of a house fire. Detection and warning of smoke and fire saves lives and reduces damage to homes and personal belongings.

  • In your home

    Make sure your home is safe so that you are prepared in the case of an emergency.

  • Home Escape Plan

    You should develop a Home Escape Plan with your family so that everyone knows what to if there is ever a fire in your home. Please see all the elements you'll need to complete your home escape plan.

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