Description
Program Description
Understanding fire protection systems is essential to maintaining safe, compliant, and well-managed commercial properties.
Join BOMA Edmonton + North for an informative session exploring the fundamentals of fire and sprinkler systems, including how they operate, key inspection and maintenance requirements, and the responsibilities of building owners and property managers.
Designed for property managers, building operators, facility managers, and commercial real estate professionals, this session will provide practical insights into fire protection systems, common compliance challenges, and best practices for maintaining building safety.
What You'll Learn:
- The fundamentals of commercial fire and sprinkler systems.
- Key inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements.
- Common deficiencies and compliance considerations.
- Responsibilities of building owners, managers, and operators.
- Best practices for supporting fire safety and operational readiness.
Whether you're new to building operations or looking to refresh your knowledge, this session will help strengthen your understanding of essential fire protection systems and their role in commercial property management.
Meet Your Presenter: Jed Groenenboom
Founder & CEO, Boreal Fire Protection Inc.
Jed Groenenboom is the Founder and CEO of Boreal Fire Protection Inc., an Alberta-based company specializing in commercial fire protection and life safety systems. A Red Seal Journeyman Sprinkler Systems Installer and Cross Connection Control Specialist, Jed brings extensive hands-on industry knowledge and a practical understanding of the challenges facing building owners, property managers, and operators.
Since founding Boreal Fire Protection in 2021, Jed has grown the company into an established fire protection service provider, supporting commercial properties throughout Edmonton and the surrounding region with inspections, testing, maintenance, and fire safety solutions.
An active member of the BOMA Edmonton + North community, Jed was recognized as the 2022 BOMA Edmonton Emerging Leader Award recipient and subsequently received the 2022 BOMA Canada Emerging Leader of the Year Award. He also served as a judge for the 2026 BOMA Canada National Awards.
Passionate about industry education and improving fire safety standards, Jed regularly shares his expertise on fire code compliance, sprinkler systems, and preventative maintenance. His practical, experience-driven approach helps property professionals better understand their responsibilities, identify potential risks, and maintain safe, compliant buildings.
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