Campbell River Fire Fighters Union

08/29/2026

“Thank you” Campbell River Fire Rescue, false alarm (thank god) your response was impressive two minutes!! We are so grateful for your service to our community.:)❤️🙏

08/17/2026

🚨Member Monday🚨

Meet Dustin,

Dustin came to the Campbell River Fire Department by taking the long way around.

Originally from Comox, with stints living on Quadra Island and at Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Dustin began his working career as a school teacher on Salt Spring Island. It was there that he became a paid-on-call firefighter in 2015.

“I accidentally fell in love with the job. Once my daughters, Natalie-Jo and Londyn, were old enough, I decided to pursue a full-time career in the fire service.”

In 2020, Dustin was hired by the Langley City Fire Rescue Service, where he and his girls learned a great deal and built lasting friendships. Wanting to bring his daughters closer to family—and, admittedly, missing island life himself—he jumped at the opportunity to join the Campbell River Fire Department in October 2023.

“I love being a firefighter, a dad, and still a teacher-on-call (Mr Bean). Those roles allow me to work alongside some of the best people I know, keep learning every day, and make a positive difference in the lives of others.”

08/07/2026

Congratulations Carol and well deserved! Thank you for everything you’ve done for the Campbell River Fire Fighters Union and the BC Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund!

07/10/2026

Campbell River Fire Fighters Union stands with BC Nurses in their fight for fair wages and safe working conditions!

The BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Association stands with BC’s nurses in their efforts to restore safe, sustainable working conditions.

Fire fighters understand firsthand the toll that chronic overtime, staffing shortages, and workplace fatigue can take on workers, their families, and the people who depend on them.

Strong staffing levels and healthy workplaces are essential to providing the high-quality public services that British Columbians deserve.

We support efforts to find collaborative solutions that improve recruitment, retention, and working conditions while ensuring the long-term strength of our public healthcare system.

07/03/2026

Thank you Campbell River for making the 2026 Canada Day BBQ a huge success. 🇨🇦
Yesterday we raised approximately $4500 for local charities and the bcburnfund🔥

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors who we could not do it without, mowicanadawest and saveonfoods.

Finally a massive thank you to the incredible carol_chapman1955 and the Canada Day committee for the huge effort they put into organizing this event and making Campbell River an amazing community to live in. 🎉

06/29/2026

🚨 Hello Campbell River! The Canada Day BBQ is happening June 30, 2026 in front of the Art Gallery on Shoppers Row. 🇨🇦
Come join us for a salmon burger, drink and a side in support of the BC Burn Fund and local charities.
A huge thank you to mowicanadawest and the numerous people in this amazing community who make this event happen. 🙏

06/24/2026

Big Congratulations! 🎉

Campbell River Fire Fighters Union is incredibly proud to announce Shaylee Willis as the recipient of this years McFarlane Scholarship! 🎓

Shaylee, daughter of our local member Jamie Willis, is planning to attend University of Victoria to study Buisness or Kinesiology.

Please join us in celebrating Shaylee and wishing her the best in her future endeavours!

06/04/2026

Big shoutout to our Campbell River Fire Fighters Union members who took on the Snowden Trail Race this last weekend! 🌲

From emergency services to hitting the trails, we love being a part of this community! 🚒

Huge thank you to the organizers and volunteers who put on this event!

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05/11/2026

It’s Member Monday, and this week we are introducing Mackenzie.

Mackenzie has been with the CRFD in dispatch for a little over two years now. Born and raised in Campbell River with family in the fire service, she jumped at the chance to apply when the job posting came up. Now a couple years in she is feeling very lucky to have the opportunity to work in such a great service with some pretty cool people.
If not at work, you will find her exploring, hiking the trails, reading in the sunshine, swimming in one of the bodies or water around town, and hanging out with her family and friends.

05/08/2026

Fire fighters don't work alone.

On every call and every shift, you rely on the person beside you.

That same principle applies to mental health. If you're struggling, or you notice a colleague who is, reach out. Talk to your leadership team. Access the resources available to you.

This work comes with real exposure to traumatic events. There's no shame in that, and there's no shame in asking for support. The strength of the fire service is in how we show up for each other, and that doesn't stop when the call ends.

This Mental Health Week, check in. The CMHA's theme this year is "Come Together, Canada" which reminds us that stronger connections mean better mental health.

Here are some great resources:
https://www.bcpffa.net/mental-health-resources