Earlton-Armstrong Fire Department

06/04/2026

🚫 FIRE BAN IN EFFECT 🚫

Attention residents of Armstrong Township, Thornloe, and Hilliardton:

Please be advised that a Fire Ban is now in effect until further notice. No open-air burning is permitted during this time.

We ask everyone to respect the ban and remain vigilant to help prevent wildfires and protect our communities.

Please share this post to help spread the word.

Thank you for your cooperation.

04/22/2026

🚒 Training Night 🚒

While we (impatiently) wait for the snow to melt, we’re making the most of it and getting some training in.

Last night was focused on hose handling and pumper operations. Learning the proper techniques to hold, control, and manoeuvre them safely makes all the difference on scene.

🚒 Soirée d’entraînement 🚒

En attendant (impatientment) que la neige fonde, on en profite pour continuer notre entraînement.

Hier soir, nous avons travaillé la manipulation des tuyaux et les opérations de pompe. Apprendre les bonnes techniques pour bien les tenir et les manœuvrer de façon sécuritaire fait toute la différence sur une intervention.

04/21/2026

Thank you to all our volunteer firefighters!

Our volunteer firefighters aren’t just neighbours helping out—they are highly trained professionals who meet the exact same NFPA standards as full-time crews. They don’t just show up when it’s convenient; they:

• leave family dinners at a moment's notice

• jump out of bed for 3:00 AM calls

• step away from their "day jobs" the second the pager sounds

These individuals are the backbone of our fire services, protecting over 80% of Ontario’s geography. 🌲🚜

This , we’re looking past the gear at the people behind it. To the firefighters balancing careers, families, and the sudden ring of a pager: We see the dedication it takes to serve your community at 3:00 AM and still be at your desk by 9:00 AM.

Thank you for the commitment it takes to balance both roles. 👨‍🚒

04/09/2026

🔥 Fire Permit Reminder / Rappel – Permis de feu 🔥

Fire season is here. A fire permit is required before any outdoor burning. Permits can be obtained online or at the municipal office.

Please remember:
• Fire season runs from April 1 to October 31
• No daytime burning permitted
• Burn safely and responsibly

Thank you for helping keep our community safe. 🚒

🔥 Rappel – Permis de feu / Fire Permit Reminder 🔥

La saison des incendies est arrivée. Un permis de feu est obligatoire avant tout brûlage extérieur. Les permis peuvent être obtenus en ligne ou au bureau municipal.

À retenir :
• La saison des feu controler s’étend du 1er avril au 31 octobre
• Il est interdit de brûler pendant la journée
• Brûlez de façon sécuritaire et responsable

Merci de contribuer à la sécurité de notre communauté. 🚒

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04/07/2026

It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of a former member of our fire department.
He proudly served our community as a volunteer firefighter for 30 years, demonstrating dedication, courage, and commitment throughout his years of service.

His contributions to the fire service and to our community will not be forgotten.

On behalf of all members of the fire department, we extend our sincere condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.

Thank you for your years of service. Rest easy.

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C’est avec une profonde tristesse que nous soulignons le décès d’un ancien membre de notre service incendie.
Il a fièrement servi notre communauté à titre de pompier volontaire pendant 30 ans, faisant preuve de dévouement, de courage et d’engagement tout au long de ses années de service.

Sa contribution au service incendie ainsi qu’à notre communauté ne sera jamais oubliée.

Au nom de tous les membres du service incendie, nous offrons nos plus sincères condoléances à sa famille, à ses amis et à ses proches en cette période difficile.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear father, Maurice Gauthier, on March 28, 2026, at the age of 92. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his five children and family.

Maurice was the beloved husband of the late Rollande Léveille (married in 1956), with whom he shared 51 wonderful years of marriage. He was a devoted and cherished father to André Gauthier (Carmen), Liliane Gravel (André), Céline Duguay (Claude),
Doris Maille (Martin), and France Gauthier (Richard).

He was a proud and loving "Pépère" to Natasha Gauthier, Michelle Gauthier, Nadia Gauthier, Tania Gauthier, Rémi Gravel, Nathalie Gravel, Annik Gravel, Alain Duguay, Félix Duguay, the late Alex Duguay, the late Andrew Maille, and Monica Maille; and a treasured great-grandfather to 21 great-grandchildren.

Born in Earlton on March 13 1934, Maurice was the son of the late Paul Gauthier and the late Jeannette Loranger. He was a dear brother to the late Gérard Gauthier (Cécile Goudreault), the late Thérèse (Lou Quenneville), the late Marie-Paule (late David Jones), the late Albert (Jeanne d'Arc Rivard), Philippe (Juliette Léveillé), Lucille (late Jerry Panagapka), the late Marcel, the late Lorraine (Stefan Makuch), the late Claire (Nestor Léveillé), and Robert (Gisèle Alary).

He is also survived by his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law of the Léveillé family, as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Maurice was a dairy farmer for over 20 years; cultivating and working the fields, and the harvest season, were his true passion. He also worked for 15 years at Temiskaming Plastics, delivering drainage tiles for agricultural land, and later for the Township of Armstrong (approximately 5 years), where he was responsible for the maintenance and management of the arena and the public pool in Earlton.

He found joy in life's simple pleasures: fishing, hunting, camping with his family, picking blueberries, and playing cards, especially cribbage. He enjoyed live music, dancing, socializing, and chatting with people. Deeply involved in his community, he proudly served as a volunteer firefighter in Earlton for 30 years.

Maurice will be remembered for his warm smile, his beautiful blue eyes, his wonderful stories, and his great sense of humour.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Temiskaming Lodge for their kindness and compassion. The small gestures-sharing a hot coffee, offering a warm hug, and providing daily care-made his stay truly special.

The Gauthier family will receive relatives and friends at Paroisse St-Jean-Baptiste Church, 31 - 10th Street West, Earlton, on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and on Saturday, April 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. A funeral mass will be held at Église St-Jean-Baptiste on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

In memory of Maurice, donations to the "Coeur du Village" of Earlton, or to the "Earlton Fire Department" would be greatly appreciated. Condolences and memories may be shared online at buffamleveille.com.

Mr. Gauthier's care has been entrusted to Buffam Leveille Funeral Home.
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C'est avec une profonde tristesse que nous annonçons le décès de notre cher père, Maurice Gauthier , survenu le 28 mars 2026, à l'âge de 92 ans. Il s'est éteint paisiblement, entouré de ses cinq enfants et de sa famille.

Maurice était l'époux bien-aimé de feu Rollande Léveillé (marié en 1956), avec qui il a partagé 51 années de mariage. Il laisse dans le deuil ses enfants bien-aimés : André Gauthier (Carmen), Liliane Gravel (André), Céline Duguay (Claude), Doris Maille (Martin) et France Gauthier (Richard).

Il était un fier et tendre « Pépère » pour Natasha Gauthier, Michelle Gauthier, Nadia Gauthier, Tania Gauthier, Rémi Gravel, Nathalie Gravel, Annik Gravel, Alain Duguay, Félix Duguay, feu Alex Duguay, feu Andrew Maille, et Monica Maille, ainsi qu'un arrière-grand-père adoré de 21 arrière-petits-enfants.

Né à Earlton le 13 mars 1956, Maurice était le fils de feu Paul Gauthier et de feu Jeannette Loranger. Il était le frère bien-aimé de feu Gérard Gauthier (Cécile Goudreault), feu Thérèse (Lou Quenneville), feu Marie-Paule (feu David Jones), feu Albert (Jeanne d'Arc Rivard), Philippe (Juliette Léveillé), Lucille (feu Jerry Panagapka), feu Marcel, feu Lorraine (Stefan Makuch), feu Claire (Nestor Léveillé) et Robert (Gisèle Alary). Il laisse également dans le deuil ses beaux-frères et belles-soeurs de la famille Léveillé, ainsi que de nombreux neveux, nièces, parents et amis.

Maurice a été producteur laitier pendant plus de 20 ans; les récoltes étaient pour lui une véritable passion. Il a également oeuvré pendant 15 ans chez Temiskaming Plastics, dans la livraison de tuiles de drainage pour les terres agricoles, puis environ 5 ans pour le Canton d'Armstrong, où il assurait l'entretien et la gérance de l'aréna et de la piscine publique d'Earlton.

Il trouvait son bonheur dans les plaisirs simples de la vie : la pêche, la chasse, lecamping en famille, la cueillette de bleuets et les jeux de cartes, particulièrement le crib. Il aimait la musique live, danser, socialiser et jaser avec les gens. Très impliqué dans sa communauté, il a fièrement servi comme pompier volontaire à Earlton pendant 30 ans. On se souviendra de Maurice pour son sourire chaleureux, ses beaux yeux bleus, ses belles histoires et son grand sens de l'humour.

La famille tient à remercier sincèrement le personnel du foyer Temiskaming Lodge pour leur gentillesse et leur compassion. Les petites attentions — offrir un café chaud, donner une douce caresse ou aider dans les soins quotidiens — ont rendu son séjour des plus agréables.

La famille Gauthier recevra parents et amis à la Paroisse St-Jean-Baptiste, le vendredi 17 avril 2026 de 18 h à 21 h, ainsi que le samedi 18 avril de 9 h 30 à 10 h 30. Les funérailles seront célébrées à l'Église St-Jean-Baptiste d'Earlton, 31 - 10ème rue ouest, le samedi 18 avril 2026 à 11 h. En mémoire de Maurice, des dons au "Coeur du Village d'Earlton" ou à la "Brigade des Pompiers d'Earlton", seraient grandement appréciés.

Les condoléances et souvenirs peuvent être partagés en ligne au buffamleveille.com.

Les soins de M. Gauthier ont été confié à la Maison Funéraire Buffam Léveillé.

03/16/2026

❄️ Winter Safety Reminder ❄️
With the significant snowfall we are currently experiencing, Earlton/Armstrong Fire Department would like to remind residents to regularly check and clear snow away from all home vents, including furnace, dryer, and bathroom exhaust vents.

Blocked vents can lead to poor ventilation and serious safety hazards, including carbon monoxide buildup.

Please take a few minutes to shovel around your vents and stay safe during the storm. Please share!

03/05/2026

Have you heard of Ontario’s Slow Down, Move Over Law? Here’s what you should know:

When approaching an emergency vehicle with flashing red or red and blue lights, or a tow truck with flashing amber lights stopped on the side of the road, drivers are required by law to:

• slow down and proceed with caution
• if the road has two or more lanes and it’s safe to do so, move into the other lane to provide space. These measures help protect emergency response personnel.

Let’s all do our part to keep our first responders safe on our roads and highways!

12/05/2025

At approximately 6:10 p.m. on December 4, 2025, the Earlton Armstrong Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 11.

We would like to kindly remind all drivers to remain patient while first responders work to manage the scene, and to drive with caution if you are taking an alternate route.

Please note that Rivard Road between Tenth Street East and Hilliardton Road remains closed due to the Earlton Bridge construction. This road is NOT an authorized detour route.

Drive safe, and let’s all do our part to ensure everyone gets home safely.

11/28/2025

🎄🚒 Join Us Tonight! 🚒🎄
The Earlton Fire Department invites everyone to come out and enjoy the Earlton Christmas Parade tonight at 7:00 PM!

Bundle up, bring your holiday spirit, and help us kick off the season with lights, music, and community cheer.

You might even catch a glimpse of our favourite fire dog joining the fun! 🐶 ✨

We can’t wait to see you there!