About us

Complete fire protection solutions, from experts you can trust 

Bison Fire Protection is a full-service fire protection company. We provide complete fire protection solutions across fire alarm and sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, servicing, and inspections.

Established in 2001, we started out as a team of five in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and have since grown into more than 100 employees across four offices within Canada.

Trusted, Certified Workmanship

Bison Fire Protection has become a leader and trusted partner for fire safety. Throughout the years, we remained true to our philosophy — life safety is non-negotiable. We built a portfolio of diversified top-of-the-line products and invested heavily in our team’s training, to ensure a 360° fire protection of your business. 

Hear it from Others

Recognized Associations & Certifications 

Awards

Our Team

Rob Read

Founder and President

Richard O'Hara

Sales consultant

JP SIDHU

Sales consultant

Igor Osipov

Inspection & Service consultant

Our Core Values

Safety

If you can burn it, we can put it out. Nothing is more important to us than safeguarding your people and assets to minimize disruption to your business.

Integrity

In all our actions, we’re guided by our uncompromising commitment to integrity. That’s why we continuously invest in training and certifying all our technicians.

Quality

No shortcuts! We provide superior product lines, unsurpassed service, and have manufacturer-certified technicians who deliver premium value to our customers. 

360° Service

No matter the size or scope of your project, Bison Fire Protection can provide the most comprehensive solution tailored to your needs. 

Customer Satisfaction

Our customers are our topmost priority. We take pleasure in being the fire protection service you can count on — always on and always on time.

People-centered

People are at the center of what we do, that’s why we value our internal stakeholders, encourage their development, and reward their performance.

More than just fire safety

Convenience and ease aren’t just something we preach. It’s because we know you have different fire protection needs.

So instead of looking for vendors for each service, why not let us be your one-stop shop for everything you need?

Less worry, guaranteed safety.

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CONTACT FORM

Rob Read

Founder and President

Rob Read is the Founder and CEO of Bison Fire Protection. He has been in the fire protection industry since 1991, growing from refilling fire extinguishers to owning and expanding Bison Fire Protection. The success Rob has had with Bison Fire Protection comes in many forms — from making the Profit 500 list of Canada’s fastest-growing companies in 2012-2019 to being a finalist of Manitoba’s Most Outstanding Medium Businesses and receiving many manufacturers’ awards for sales and service, to the greatest award of all, repeat and referred business from our customers.

Richard O'Hara

Sales consultant

Richard O’Hara is our Suppression System Consultant.  He handles both Pre-Engineered and Engineered Fire Suppression opportunities, helping organizations protect their people and achieve compliance.  Richard has worked in the Fire Protection Industry field for over thirty years.  He is dedicated to providing fire suppression solutions to all industries – from small business to large industry such as mining operations.  Fire suppression is not a one size fits all, Richards experience is vital in ensuring that the right type of suppression suits your specific needs.

JP SIDHU

Sales consultant

JP is our Fire System Deficiency Consultant.  Like anything man made, it’ll break. JP handles all Fire System repair opportunities ensuring the system will function as designed. When it comes to customer service and support JP is your man. His knowledge combined with a strong team of coordinators and experienced technicians is dedicated to providing premium service to all industries – from small business to large industry.  JP provides organizations with cost effective results tailored to your system.

Igor Osipov

Inspection & Service consultant

Igor joined us in the spring 2022 as Inspection & Service Consultant. He had over 10 years of sales experience in Automotive / Aerospace prior to joining Bison Fire Protection. This vast history has not only helped Igor support his team members and provide outstanding customer service, but also helped our team continuously improve. Igor has quickly taken in the Bison Fire way to ensure our customers have an exceptional experience by creating a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. Igor is detail oriented, easing the sales process for our clients and ensuring everything will be looked after from beginning to end. Igor is now ready to take on new challenges and grow his career with us in the fire protection industry and we look forward in building his career as one of our Team.

Thompson office is moving on Nov 30, 2022

The new address is: B-200 Hayes Rd, Thompson, MB R8N 1M4