False Alarms
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Hamilton police will no longer respond to burglar alarms without verificationStarting Sept. 1, alarm companies in the city will have to verify there is, in fact, "a criminal offence has/is occurring.CrimeAug 6, 2019
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Too many false alarms could mean new annual fee for Edmontonians with home security systemsThe Edmonton Police Service is looking for feedback on a proposal to levy a new $15-per-year fee against anyone registering a home security system.CanadaMay 16, 2019
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Toronto police no longer responding to burglar alarms without verificationThe policy change, which aims to cut down on the number of false calls, took effect on Monday.CanadaSep 10, 2018
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Halifax fire crews dealing with triple the false alarm calls due high humidityHalifax Fire and Emergency Services say crews have responded to nearly triple the number of false alarms as a blanket of humidity settles over the region.CanadaJul 24, 2018
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Vancouver Fire and Rescue says ignoring an alarm puts more than just your life at riskVancouver Fire Capt. Jonathan Gormick says he can't overstate the importance of paying attention to alarm bells.HealthOct 5, 2017
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Saskatoon Police Service proposes fee hike for false alarmsSaskatoon Police Service looking to have the fee for officers responding to false alarms increased from $75 to $100.CanadaMar 7, 2017
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Calgary home alarm calls down by 54% after bylaw changes: policeThe Calgary Police Service said the change in protocol included a revised Alarm Services Bylaw and the introduction of an annual fee for alarm system permits.CrimeDec 30, 2016
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Calgary home alarm bylaw changed after data shows 96% are false alarmsThe Calgary Police Service is revising the alarm system bylaw because officers are being called to too many false alarms.ConsumerMay 11, 2016
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