AimLite Guide to Emergency Lighting: History, Background, Products, and Best Practices

July 20, 2026

Emergency lighting refers to lighting that is installed in buildings and other structures to ensure that there is sufficient illumination in the event of a power outage or other emergency situations. This lighting is designed to provide enough light for people to evacuate the building safely, and to help emergency personnel respond to the situation.

Emergency lighting must be installed in all exit routes, including stairways, corridors, and passageways. It must also be provided in all rooms and spaces that are designated for emergency use, such as generator rooms, fire pump rooms, fire
alarm control rooms, and emergency command centers.

In addition, emergency lighting must be connected to an emergency power supply, which is typically a battery or generator system that is designed to provide power in the event of a power outage. Regular maintenance and testing of emergency
lighting systems is also required in Canada to ensure that they are functioning properly and are ready to use in the event of an emergency. These tests can be found in the National Fire Code of Canada.