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Fire Tragedy Leads to Landlord Conviction | Toronto News
A deadly Brampton house fire in June 2023 exposed a dangerous illegal conversion of a single-family home into four unpermitted units, violating fire and building codes. The owner was convicted on seven charges, sentenced to 135 days in jail, a $50,000 fine, victim surcharges, and two years probation. Mayor Patrick Brown condemned the tragedy, emphasizing landlords’ duty to protect tenants and promoting the city’s rental licensing program. Fire Chief Andy Glynn underscored that ignoring safety codes has real consequences — lives depend on it. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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