The Smiths Falls Fire Department is seeking individuals who are dedicated, professional and committed to public safety to join the team as a Volunteer Firefighter. We are committed to recruiting qualified team members with a diverse set of skills, knowledge, experience, and backgrounds.

 About Us

 The Smiths Falls Fire Department is a progressive composite fire department located in Eastern Ontario, primarily responsible for the protection of lives and property within the Town of Smiths Falls and surrounding area.

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The Smiths Falls Fire Department is a member of the Lanark County Mutual Aid program with the following municipalities:

  • Beckwith Township
  • Tay Valley Township
  • Town of Carleton Place
  • Township of Drummond/North Elmsley
  • Township of Mississippi Mills
  • Town of Perth
  • Township of Lanark Highlands
  • Township of Montague

Additionally, the Smiths Falls Fire Department provides Automatic Aid to the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley (North Elmsley Ward) and Rideau Lakes Township (South Elmsley Ward).  

How to get Started

Thinking about a career in Fire Services? Contact Andrew Fleming, Lieutenant - Training at the Smiths Falls Fire Department for further information.

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Training Level Requirements

  • NFPA 1001 - Firefighter Levels I & II Program
  • NFPA 1072 - Hazmat Awareness and Operations Course
  • Firefighter Medical Training
  • Class D Drivers License with Z Air Brake Endorsement
  • Pleasure Craft Operators Card

The Smiths Falls Fire Department recruits both trained and untrained firefighters. All untrained firefighters will receive training to meeting the department's requirements.

 Recruitment Process
 

If you are an interested individual who is enthusiastic, physically fit, self-motivated and a team player then consider joining our team!

You can review the Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment Package to learn more about our recruitment process.

For further information, please contact Andrew Fleming at 613-283-5869 Ext. 4.

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