ABOUT US

Formerly Direct Fire Protection Systems, Direct Life Safety was founded in 2004 with a mission to ensure every system we install, service, and maintain meets the highest standards and complies with all applicable codes. 

VISION

To create a safer world by protecting lives, properties, and the environment.

MISSION

To ensure all fire protection systems are installed, serviced, and maintained to the highest standards and in accordance with applicable codes.

VALUES

We believe in clear communication, personal service, and work that’s done the right way. You’ll always know who’s looking after your site and what’s happening next. 

SAFETY

RESPONSIBILITY

COLLABORATION

INTEGRITY

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

WHY CHOOSE DIRECT LIFE SAFETY

Save Time

Save time with dedicated Account and Project Managers who coordinate fire and life safety inspections, compliance reports, and service calls to keep your facility on schedule and code-compliant.

Stay Current

Stay Current with CFAA, NFPA, CASA, and UA Local 853 membership— ensuring your fire protection systems meet the latest codes and industry standards.

One-stop Shop

Access complete fire and security solutions under one roof-sprinkler systems, fire alarms, monitoring, and emergency service-part of Vipond.

Invest In People

Our technicians train continuously on NFPA and CAN/ULC standards to deliver precise inspections, repairs, and life safety solutions you can trust

Backed By Strength

Part of APi Group (NYSE: APG), a global leader in fire and life safety-bringing scale, innovation, and reliability to every project.

Experience Crews

Seasoned CFAA-certified technicians and sprinkler fitters, supported by apprentices— delivering expert fire alarm and suppression system service.

THE
TEAM

Our success comes from people who care about doing the job right and keeping clients safe.

Fire Alarm Project Manager

Azeem Anwer

12+ years experience. Managed fire alarm projects in Ontario and internationally from start to finish. Known for precision and keeping timelines.

Account Manager

Sean Gignac

5+ years in fire safety. Ensures buildings stay safe and compliant through clear, responsive service.

Branch Manager

Courtney Gagne

25+ years experience. Started at 17 in supply chain, scheduling, quoting deficiencies, and inspections — now leads operations.

Operations Supervisor

Zeke Martin

25+ years in life safety. Experience that spans supply chain, scheduling, purchasing, warehouse and fleet management, inside and outside sales, and leadership across fire protection and construction equipment

Account Manager

Nash Kalva

10+ years in customer service, 3+ years in fire safety. Keeps relationships strong and service smooth from inspection to repair.

Sprinkler Project Manager

Vishnu Prakash

12+ years in fabrication/manufacturing of pressure vessels and 5+ years in fire safety. PMP-certified. Delivers projects meeting NFPA and OBC standards.

Inspection Sales Rep

Robert Kitamura

30+ years of fire protection experience focused on PMA inspections, life safety systems, and OFC and NFPA standards.

YOUR SAFETY STRATEGY STARTS HERE

Get tailored fire and life safety solutions for your facility-sprinkler systems, fire alarms, inspections, and emergency service backed by decades of expertise.