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flag Ontario will mandate carbon monoxide alarms in most homes starting Jan. 1, 2026, to prevent poisonings.

flag Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week in Ontario, running November 1–7, highlights the dangers of the colorless, odorless gas known as the "silent killer." flag Starting January 1, 2026, Ontario will require carbon monoxide alarms on every level of homes with fuel-fired appliances, fireplaces, attached garages, or external heating sources—even if they lack sleeping areas. flag The rule also applies to multi-unit buildings like apartments and care facilities. flag Alarms must be hard-wired, battery-powered, or plug-in, and landlords are responsible for installation and maintenance in rental units. flag Tampering with alarms is illegal. flag Symptoms of poisoning include headache, dizziness, nausea, and fatigue—similar to the flu—and can progress to unconsciousness or death. flag If exposure is suspected, residents should evacuate, call 911, and wait for emergency responders before re-entering. flag The province emphasizes that working CO alarms are the only reliable way to detect the gas and prevent fatalities.

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