The Selwyn Fire Department's Mission is to provide dependable service to the municipality in a responsive fashion, while showing care and compassion for those in need. We will protect lives, property and the environment through fire prevention, public education, disaster preparedness, fire suppression, rescue and medical care.
Selwyn Fire consists of five fire halls serving a large, rural geographical area. We have over 80 volunteer firefighters who are supported by a full-time Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, Assistant Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Prevention Officer, Fire Administrative Assistant, and Training Coordinator.
What We Do
We respond to approximately 1,150 call per year. These include calls for fires (structural and open air), fire alarm activations, carbon monoxide alarms, motor vehicle accidents, rescue, emergency medical assistance, and natural disasters.
Burn Ban Status
As of October 10, 2023, the burn ban has been lifted.
Campfires are permitted at this time, with the exception of ‘built-up’ areas. Residents are reminded to be familiar with the Township's Open Air Burning By-law.
Burning conditions can change at any time. Residents must verify the current conditions prior to burning. To do this, please call the Fire Department at 705-292-7282 or check:
Burn Permits
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Planning a small fire? The Ontario Fire Code requires that all open-air burning must be approved by Fire Services. Selwyn Township's Open Air Burning By-law 2021-034 regulates open air fires and burn permits in our community. Apply for a Burn Permit |
Fire Hall Locations
Your insurance company may ask you the distance from your home to the closest fire hall. You can find this information on Google Maps or Peterborough County Maps.
| Hall 1 - Bridgenorth |
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Location: 833 Ward Street, Bridgenorth
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| Hall 2 - Lakefield |
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Location: 45 Concession Street, Lakefield
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| Hall 3 - Young's Point |
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Location: 2738 Fitzpatrick Road, Young's Point
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| Hall 4 - Curve Lake |
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Location: 1964 Curve Lake Road, Curve Lake |
| Hall 5 - Ennismore |
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Location: 801 Tara Road, Ennismore
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Other Information
| Volunteer With Us! |
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If you are considering becoming part of our dynamic team as a Volunteer Firefighter, the first step is to submit an application form. Being a Volunteer Firefighter can be a very rewarding experience and at the same time, contribute to the safety of the whole community. Recruitment Information Package Volunteer Firefighter - Application Form Applicants are required to live in the community or within close proximity to either of the fire halls and be a minimum of eighteen years old. For more information regarding joining our team, contact the Selwyn Fire Department at 705-292-7282. |
| Fire Prevention |
| Visit our Fire Prevention page |
| Loss of a Structure in a Fire |
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In order to reduce the assessed value of your property, complete Form 357.
If you have any questions, please contact the Selwyn Finance Department. |
| Water Tanker Shuttle Service Accreditation |
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Residential properties within 8 kilometres and commercial properties within 5 kilometres of any of our fire halls have the opportunity for a reduction in insurance premiums. Residents must check with their insurance company, as some do not recognize the Water Tanker Shuttle Service Certification. Successfully completing the test, regardless of the potential impact on insurance rates, indicates that the Selwyn Fire Department demonstrated an ability to effectively transport water to fire scenes throughout our community. Water Tanker Shuttle Accreditation Certificate - Passed September 14, 2024 The Water Tanker Shuttle Service test is administered by Fire Protection Survey Services staff. To achieve the accreditation the Fire Department must be able to:
Check the Fire Protection Survey Services Website for our listing under tanker shuttle list. |
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