Salt Spring Island Fire Department

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Last Sunday’s training brought the recruits into the dark for some blackout search and rescue scenarios!
05/26/2026

Last Sunday’s training brought the recruits into the dark for some blackout search and rescue scenarios!

Recruit FFs McAren, Gross, Ursua-Riding and Pollard were some of our members out representing our department and collect...
05/25/2026

Recruit FFs McAren, Gross, Ursua-Riding and Pollard were some of our members out representing our department and collecting donations this past long weekend in support of Circle Education.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we raised over $4,000!!!

A big thank you as well to our local Thrifty Foods for their generous donation towards our fundraising BBQ.

Circle Education is a BC-based non-profit organization that provides environmental education, youth programs and community initiatives focused on sustainability, leadership, and connection to the natural world. We’re proud to support the important work they do in our community💛

This past Sunday was the final ladders class for our recruits, led by Captain Hunsberger and FF Lindstrom, focusing on l...
05/21/2026

This past Sunday was the final ladders class for our recruits, led by Captain Hunsberger and FF Lindstrom, focusing on ladder raises, lowers, and firefighter/patient rescue scenarios.

It’s been great watching the recruits’ skills and confidence continue to grow each week. Great job, recruits!

This Saturday: our annual Boot Drive Fundraiser at the Ganges Fire Hall. Join us for a BBQ and help raise funds for Salt...
05/14/2026

This Saturday: our annual Boot Drive Fundraiser at the Ganges Fire Hall. Join us for a BBQ and help raise funds for Salt Spring's The Circle Salt Spring Education Society!

We are grateful for Thrifty Foods sponsorship of this event. 💛

Today was a beautiful day to train on ladders!Ladders Part 1, Led by FF Proudfoot and FF Capranos, the recruits focused ...
05/10/2026

Today was a beautiful day to train on ladders!

Ladders Part 1, Led by FF Proudfoot and FF Capranos, the recruits focused on ladder carries, raises, placements, climbing techniques and safe operational practices.

Are you ready for the unexpected? Saturday, May 9th10:00 AM – 2:00 PMSalt Spring Island Fire Rescue Hall #1105 Lower Ga...
05/07/2026

Are you ready for the unexpected?

Saturday, May 9th
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Salt Spring Island Fire Rescue Hall #1
105 Lower Ganges Road

Join us for the Emergency Preparedness Fair! This free, family-friendly event will bring together local emergency organizations for interactive displays, hands-on demonstrations, emergency preparedness tips, and resources to help keep our community safe and prepared.

The Salt Spring Island Fire Fighters Association Local 4467 will also be hosting a fundraising BBQ, with proceeds supporting Island Ignite — a mentorship-based fire service camp that empowers young women in Grades 11–12 through hands-on firefighting experience, leadership development, teamwork, and confidence-building opportunities. Come support a great cause while learning more about emergency preparedness in our community!

Due to ongoing dry conditions and elevated wildfire risk, open fire prohibitions will take effect Thursday May 7th at 12...
05/07/2026

Due to ongoing dry conditions and elevated wildfire risk, open fire prohibitions will take effect Thursday May 7th at 12:00 PM throughout the Coastal Fire Centre, including Salt Spring Island and Vancouver Island.

The prohibition includes:
🚫 Campfires
🚫 Backyard burning
🚫 Open burning

These restrictions are being implemented to help reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires and protect our community during current high fire danger conditions.

Please do your part by following all fire restrictions. Together, we can help keep Salt Spring Island safe this wildfire season!

We are currently at a HIGH Fire Danger Rating, with a mandatory 2-hour fire watch in place.Starting tomorrow May 5th, we...
05/04/2026

We are currently at a HIGH Fire Danger Rating, with a mandatory 2-hour fire watch in place.

Starting tomorrow May 5th, we move into the Early Shift:
• All high-risk activities must stop by 1:00 PM
• A 2-hour fire watch remains required

Conditions are dry and fire risk is elevated. Please be mindful of your activities and do your part to keep our island safe.

What do the fire danger ratings mean?

LOW: Fires can ignite and spread, but are typically small with limited impact on deeper fuels or larger materials.

MODERATE: Fuels are beginning to dry, increasing the likelihood of surface fires. Activities can continue, but should be done with care.

HIGH: Fuels are very dry and fire risk is significant. Fires can start easily, spread quickly, and become challenging to control. Extra caution is required, and some activities may be restricted.

EXTREME: Fuels are extremely dry and conditions are critical. Fires can ignite rapidly, grow aggressively, and are difficult to contain. Strict restrictions are likely in place, including bans on open burning and other high-risk activities.

Recruits worked through forcible entry tactics this week under the guidance of Captain Byrne and FF Lindstrom!
05/04/2026

Recruits worked through forcible entry tactics this week under the guidance of Captain Byrne and FF Lindstrom!

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105 Lower Ganges Road
Salt Spring Island, BC
V8K2T1

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+12505372531

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