Bow Horn Bay Fire Department

Bow Horn Bay Fire Department Serving the Communities of Bowser, Qualicum Bay, and Spider Lake since 1952.

History of the Department

The Bow Horn Bay Fire Department was established in 1952 as the Qualicum Bay Fire Department, but that name was confusing because of the proximity to the Qualicum Beach Fire Department and the fact that the coverage area was expanding. So in 1956, it was renamed the Bow Horn Bay Fire Department (an amalgam for Bowser, Horne Lake Road and Qualicum Bay area). After movin

g several times from one inadequate building to another, a purpose built three-bay hall was erected on Lions Way in Qualicum Bay in 1978. A couple of years later another two bays were added on to the rear of the present hall. We presently have seven vehicles:

Engine 7-2 - 2011 Rosenbauer Pumper
Tender 7-4 - 2000 Freightliner FL80 - 1500 Imp Gallons
Tender 7-5 - 1998 Freightliner FL80 - 1500 Imp Gallons
Rescue 7-6 - 2008 Pierce Pumper
Rescue 7-8 - 1995 Freightliner FL60 mini-pumper
C-700 - 2021 Chevrolet Silverado
C-702 - 2021 Ford F150


220 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2E2
Phone: (250) 757-9433
Fax: (250) 757-9423

Starting this Thursday, September 3rd at noon, the campfire ban (Category 1) is being lifted. It's still dry out there, ...
09/01/2026

Starting this Thursday, September 3rd at noon, the campfire ban (Category 1) is being lifted. It's still dry out there, so please be careful.
Any sort of backyard burn piles, burn barrels, etc. are still banned.

A category 1 campfire, as defined in the Wildfire Regulation, refers to any fire that is:

No larger than 0.5 metres high (20") by 0.5 metres wide (20")
Used for recreational purposes.

Any person burning a category 1 campfire must:

Only light a fire if conditions are safe and will continue to be safe.

Establish and maintain a fuel break around the category 1 campfire.

Have at least one person watching the fire that is equipped with at least one firefighting hand tool or 8 litres of water.

Ensure the fire is fully extinguished before leaving the area.

Carry out fire control immediately if the fire spreads beyond the fuel break or becomes out of control and report the fire as soon as possible.

08/22/2026
Circuit training. Dress drillForcible entryQuick hitLadder deploymentRIT/buddy breathing
08/21/2026

Circuit training.

Dress drill
Forcible entry
Quick hit
Ladder deployment
RIT/buddy breathing

Our members have deployed to the mainland with Errington Fire Department and Dashwood Fire department to assist with wil...
08/20/2026

Our members have deployed to the mainland with Errington Fire Department and Dashwood Fire department to assist with wildfire operations.
We are grateful that we can assist with these efforts.

The Lighthouse Community Hall’s Summer Break Camp stopped by today for some lessons. A little quick hit, a little CPR, a...
08/10/2026

The Lighthouse Community Hall’s Summer Break Camp stopped by today for some lessons. A little quick hit, a little CPR, and some aMazing fun.

Another Open House in the books. Sparky had too much chocolate and we provided our free convertible service. Thank you a...
08/02/2026

Another Open House in the books. Sparky had too much chocolate and we provided our free convertible service.
Thank you all for coming out. And thank you for all the donations supporting Muscular Dystrophy.
Next year will be our 75th anniversary!

Don’t forget! Our Open House starts at 11am today. Lots of giveaways for the young firefighters out there, a mini show &...
08/01/2026

Don’t forget!
Our Open House starts at 11am today.
Lots of giveaways for the young firefighters out there, a mini show & shine, and more.
The RDN and BCEHS will be here with us. Come on out for a burger and find out where the heck Bow Horn Bay is.
Auto extrication demo at 1pm.

FREE YARD WASTE DROP-OFF EVENT! With the current burn ban in effect, cleaning up your property can be a challenge. The B...
07/16/2026

FREE YARD WASTE DROP-OFF EVENT!
With the current burn ban in effect, cleaning up your property can be a challenge. The Bow Horn Bay Fire Department is making it easier for you to protect your home and stay FireSmart!
Bring your yard waste down to the firehall, and we will dispose of it safely—completely free of charge.
📅 When: Friday, July 24th & Saturday, July 25th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Bow Horn Bay Firehall (220 Lions Way)
💰 Cost: 100% FREE!
🗑️ What We Are Accepting:
Leaves & pine needles
Grass clippings
Weeds & dead flowers
Small twigs & branches
Pruned shrubs & garden plants
Let’s work together to keep our community safe this wildfire season. Feel free to share this post and remind your neighbors!

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220 Lions Way
Qualicum Beach, BC
V9K2E2

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