City of Oshawa announces new Commissioner of Safety and Facilities

The City of Oshawa is pleased to announce the appointment of Adam Grant as the Commissioner of the Safety and Facilities Services Department, effective August 8, 2023.

Mr. Grant joins us from the City of Markham where he held progressively senior positions over the past 17 years, most recently as Markham’s Fire Chief & Community Emergency Management Coordinator and member of their Executive Leadership Team. He was responsible for the oversight and direction of the fire suppression team; preparation and management of the department operating budget; labour relations and collective agreement negotiations; public education; fire prevention; investigations; and occupational health and safety.

In his new role as Commissioner, Mr. Grant will report to the CAO and oversee the following branches: Facilities Management Services, Fire Services, Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing Services as well as the Oshawa Executive Airport. These business areas deliver and maintain City infrastructure as well as provide critical programs and services for the safety of all residents.

Mr. Grant brings extensive experience as a strategic, innovative and collaborative leader who has a passion for diversity, equity and inclusion. He has demonstrated great success in working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and has experience with facilities management, municipal law enforcement, municipal airports, emergency services and union leadership.

Mr. Grant was named as the 2023 Chief of the Year by the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs for his outstanding leadership, innovation and contributions in the fire sector. His volunteer experience includes his current appointment as Chair, Governance Committee for the Children’s Treatment Network that supports child and youth with special needs, and formerly as a member of the St. John Ambulance York Region Board of Directors.

Mr. Grant holds a Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology, numerous NFPA Certifications and Bill 124 Qualifications, as well as extensive leadership, emergency management and public administration training.

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“On behalf of City Council, I am pleased to announce Adam Grant as our new Commissioner of Safety and Facilities,” said Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter. “Mr. Grant brings a passion for diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and vast demonstrated experience as a strategic and collaborative leader. We look forward to his leadership and guidance of the Safety and Facilities Services Department. Welcome to the great City of Oshawa, Mr. Adam Grant.”

“The City of Oshawa is thrilled to welcome Adam Grant to our Corporation and the Oshawa community. Mr. Grant is an innovative municipal leader with demonstrated success in leading high-performing teams and delivering new strategies and programs. His collaborative leadership style will guide the Safety and Facilities Services Department and contribute greatly to our organization,” said Tracy Adams, CAO, City of Oshawa.