Raymond Fire Dept.

05/30/2026

The Town of Raymond extends sincere thanks to Fire Chief Doug Holt for his 40 years of dedicated service with the Raymond Fire Department, including the past 13 years as Fire Chief, as he retires from his role.

Doug’s leadership, dedication, and care for residents have helped keep our community safe for decades, and we are grateful for all he has contributed.

We are also pleased to welcome Cory Powlesland as Raymond’s new Fire Chief starting June 1. Cory has served our community as Deputy Fire Chief and brings valuable experience and a strong commitment to public service as he steps into this role.

Please join us in thanking Doug for his years of service and congratulating Cory on his new position.

05/22/2026

We are glad there were no lives lost today from this accident. Our volunteers are always ready to respond, but when we heard a bus was involved, there was a bit more urgency.

Hopefully the resilient students and drivers have no lasting affects from this incident and can move forward. We appreciate neighbors, AHS staff, school division administration, Fortis workers, and others who showed support and professionalism to help during this situation.

05/06/2026

The Government of Alberta is conducting a test of the emergency alerting system on May 6 at 1:55 p.m.

Test messages will be issued over TV, radio, cell phones and tablets. Check your phone’s compatibility at https://www.alertready.ca/

Alberta Emergency Alerts delivers critical and potentially life-saving information and instructions to Albertans during emergencies.

Albertans are also encouraged to download the Alberta Emergency Alert mobile app to ensure they receive all emergency notifications for their area. Get it for iOS and Android at www.alberta.ca/emergencyalert

05/02/2026

On National First Responders Day, we are grateful for the First Responders in our community. They give freely of their time when others are in their most difficult situations. We are thankful for the members of our community and the selfless service they provide.

04/21/2026

We are grateful to receive a grant this year again from the provincial Fire Services Training Program from Alberta Municipal Affairs. This grant will allow members of our department to become certified in additional NFPA courses to better meet the needs of the residents in the Town of Raymond and the County of Warner whom we serve.

04/10/2026

We are hosting another open house. This is perfect for youth groups, families, and activity day groups.
April 15, 2026 6:00 - 8:00 pm.

03/01/2026

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12/25/2025

11/23/2025

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Airport Pick-A-Part for their recent generous donation to our Fire Department. Airport Pick A Part Lethbridge also provides vehicles for us to practice extrication techniques for courses or drills. Thank you once again for your continued support!!!!

11/19/2025

Alberta Emergency Alert test: Minister Ellis
November 18, 2025 Media Release

Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services Mike Ellis issued the following statement on the upcoming Alberta Emergency Alert test:

“On Nov. 19, 2025, Alberta will take part in a scheduled test of the National Public Alerting System. At 1:55 p.m., an Alberta Emergency Alert test will be issued across multiple channels including television, radio, wireless devices, websites, social media, the Alberta Emergency Alert mobile app and directly to compatible cellphones across the province.

“While alert interruptions can be inconvenient, these tests are essential. They help us identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring the system functions properly when it matters most. Regular testing, typically held in May and November, is a key part of keeping Albertans informed during real emergencies such as tornadoes, wildfires, floods and Amber Alerts.

“To stay connected, I urge all Albertans to download the Alberta Emergency Alert app, which delivers critical warnings directly to your phone. To receive alerts, your mobile device must be compatible, connected to an LTE 4G network or higher, or connected to Wi-Fi with the app installed. If your phone is on silent, the alert will still appear but may not produce sound.

“This test is also a valuable opportunity to talk with your household, friends and coworkers about emergency preparedness. Questions to ask:

- Do you have an emergency kit with enough supplies for at least 72 hours?
- Have you included essentials like water, non-perishable food, flashlights, batteries and a first aid kit?
- Do you have copies of important documents and a list of emergency contacts?
- Is your kit stored in an easy-to-access location and does everyone know where it is?

“Preparedness doesn’t have to be complicated. Simple steps like having an emergency plan and essential supplies can make a big difference to protect yourself and your household.”