Qualicum Beach Fire Rescue

Qualicum Beach Fire Rescue Serving Qualicum Beach since 1947.

We are a composite department with a team of over 30 firefighters who provide fire prevention, suppression, and rescue services to the residents of the Town of Qualicum Beach and the Qualicum Beach Fire Protection Area. We strive to create a safe community through the services of public education, fire prevention and inspections, and emergency planning.

🔊 Firehall Call-Out Siren Testing - September 3rdRoutine siren testing is scheduled tomorrow, September 3rd, at approxim...
09/02/2026

🔊 Firehall Call-Out Siren Testing - September 3rd

Routine siren testing is scheduled tomorrow, September 3rd, at approximately 7:00 pm, to ensure the system is operational for our Fire Department use.

✅️ There is no emergency.
✅️ No action is required.
✅️ The siren is for Fire Department only.

🔊 What to Expect

✅️ A brief siren with a continuous sound that rises in pitch as it winds up will last approximately 10 seconds. The test is likely audible throughout most of the municipality.

🔊 When is the next test?

✅️ The siren will be tested on the first Thursday of each month, until further notice.

Questions? Contact the Qualicum Beach Fire Department at 250-752-6232.

Back to school is back in session! 🚸 That means more kids walking, biking, and crossing streets in our neighbourhoods.🚗 ...
09/02/2026

Back to school is back in session! 🚸 That means more kids walking, biking, and crossing streets in our neighbourhoods.

🚗 Drivers: Slow down, stay alert, and be ready to share the road—especially during drop-off and pick-up times.
🚶Parents & Guardians: Take a moment to talk with kids about pedestrian safety—look both ways, make eye contact with drivers, and use crosswalks.

Let’s all do our part to keep our community safe this school year.

If you haven’t had a chance to stop by and chat with us about joining the department, this Saturday is your chance.Can’t...
08/27/2026

If you haven’t had a chance to stop by and chat with us about joining the department, this Saturday is your chance.

Can’t make it? Follow the link NOW to sign up to Join the Team:
👉 qbfirerescue.com/join

Thanks to everyone who stopped by this summer. It’s been amazing to meet so many community members and see the interest in joining our department.

We’re looking out for YOU, make sure you’re looking out for US! When you see flashing lights or hear sirens, slow down, ...
08/24/2026

We’re looking out for YOU, make sure you’re looking out for US! When you see flashing lights or hear sirens, slow down, move to the right, and give emergency vehicles space to pass.

Every second counts in an emergency. Your quick response helps us reach those who need help as fast and as safely as possible.

Let’s keep each other safe out there.

Use these FireSmart tips to help reduce the risk to your home and property this wildfire season:1. Complete a FireSmart ...
08/19/2026

Use these FireSmart tips to help reduce the risk to your home and property this wildfire season:

1. Complete a FireSmart self-assessment or request a professional assessment from us
2. Remove combustible materials from under decks and maintain a 1.5m non-combustible zone around your home
3. Clean gutters and roofs, and keep decks and balconies free of debris
4. Install 3 mm non-combustible screens on exterior vents (except dryer vents)
5. Keep grass and weeds trimmed below 10 cm
6. Choose wildfire-resistant plants and prune trees to maintain 2 m ground clearance
7. Store firewood at least 10 m away from your home
8. Download the FireSmart Canada Wildfire Evacuation Checklist to stay prepared.

Find more info and helpful links from FireSmart BC here:
👉 qbfirerescue.com/firesmart

Last Call! Applications are closing soon to join our 2026 Fall Recruit Cohort—don’t miss your chance to apply to join th...
08/17/2026

Last Call! Applications are closing soon to join our 2026 Fall Recruit Cohort—don’t miss your chance to apply to join the team.

We’re excited to meet all the applicants and kick off the process of building our next recruit class. Here are a few photos from past training sessions you could be part of: confined space rescue, auto extrication, and aviation incident.

Think you have what it takes? Apply today!
👉 qbfirerescue.com/join

With summer in full swing, many of us are spending more time on our decks. As part of your wildfire season prep, don’t f...
08/12/2026

With summer in full swing, many of us are spending more time on our decks. As part of your wildfire season prep, don’t forget to clear out underneath your deck. Pine needles, leaves, and other combustible materials can build up and increase the risk to your home.

Small steps like this can make a big difference.

Find more FireSmart tips from FireSmart BC :
👉 qbfirerescue.com/firesmart

Another congratulations this week goes to Captain Eric Golob for a decade with the fire department. You’ll see Eric a lo...
08/08/2026

Another congratulations this week goes to Captain Eric Golob for a decade with the fire department. You’ll see Eric a lot around town as he has a varied portfolio, he could be working at an incident, out doing inspections, or training with the latest recruit class. As a captain, he participates in the duty rotation, so it might be Eric running the next scene you see!

We’ll be at the Farmers Market every Saturday in August — come say hi! Find our tent near the entrance. Interested in jo...
08/07/2026

We’ll be at the Farmers Market every Saturday in August — come say hi! Find our tent near the entrance. Interested in joining? Stop by to chat with one of our members at our Fire Rescue tent. And on alternating Saturdays, look for our FireSmart tent. Talk to us about booking a free FireSmart assessment of your home exterior, using the FireSmart BC Wildfire Mitigation Assessment.

Congratulations to Doug Marshall for 10 years in the fire service! Doug is likely one of the faces you see out on calls,...
08/06/2026

Congratulations to Doug Marshall for 10 years in the fire service! Doug is likely one of the faces you see out on calls, as he doesn’t miss many, which is a feat. He’s nearly hit 1600 calls during his time with the fire department. Separately, he’s committed almost 1600 hours to training. You never know when the tones will drop, but you’ll likely see him there!

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130 Rupert Road East
Qualicum Beach, BC
V9K1R3

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+12507526232

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