Vaughan Fire Rescue Service
2800 Rutherford Road L4K2N9 Vaughan, ON, Canada

To our firefighters spending Christmas away from their families to protect our communities, we wish you a very Merry Christmas! THANK YOU for your dedication and hard work this day and every day.

Christmas and Holiday Celebration of Lights.

Please wear a mask.

When emergencies take place, every second counts. Don’t park on #Vaughan roads during snow events to ensure effective snow clearing efforts. Being winter-ready is a team effort, and with everyone’s assistance, this season can be safer for all.

Congratulations to Firefighter Leggett for being recognized for his ongoing service to the citizens of Vaughan and commitment to service excellence over the past 25 years.

A big THANK-YOU to Costco (Woodbridge) for donating 340 turkeys to the @VaughanFoodBank. This impactful community partnership ensures everyone has food on their table over the holiday season. The need is greater this year and we appreciate the generosity of @costcocanada

Today, I met with Vaughan Fire Rescue Service and the VPFFA to discuss the #MentalHealth of our fire fighters and other first responders during these difficult ...times. As part of Roadmap to Wellness, our plan for Ontario's mental health and addictions system, we will ensure that the most appropriate services are in place to meet the unique needs of the heroes who protect us and our communities.

There will be a test of the (Canadian) #AlertReady emergency alerting system this week on November 25, 2020. For more information on the alerting system and for the time of the test for your region, visit: www.alertready.ca

Congratulations to Captain Collis for being recognized for his ongoing service to the citizens of Vaughan and commitment to service excellence over the past 25 years.

Thank you, GlobalMedic and Vaughan Fire Rescue Service, for delivering more than 9,300 lbs of food to The Food Bank of York Region. You are providing critical support to citizens in our community and across York Region.

Congratulations to Firefighter Appleton for being recognized for his ongoing service to the citizens of Vaughan and commitment to service excellence over the past 25 years.

Congratulations to Firefighter Jeff Robertson for earning his 20 year Fire Services Exemplary Service Medal. Jeff truly exemplifies what it means to lead those junior to him. We thank him for sharing his knowledge and passion for our profession.

Road closures due to downed wires: Major Mackenzie is closed between Pine Valley and Islington in both directions. Kirby Road is closed between Weston Road and Highway 400 in both directions.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible & accommodating community for all. The Rick Hansen Foundation has awarded Fire Station 7-10 with GOLD Certification for Accessibility. This is the second Fire Station in Canada to achieve this GOLD certification from RHF.

Congratulations to Captain Mike Scott for achieving his 20 year Fire Services Exemplary Service Medal.

High winds expected today. Stay at least 10 metres back from downed hydro wires - which is about the length of a school bus, and call 9-1-1. If the hydro wires fall on your vehicle - stay in your vehicle and call 9-1-1.

Today marks the beginning of #FirePreventionWeek. This year’s theme is Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen. @VaughanFire is reminding residents how to be fire safe while cooking. Learn more: https://www.vaughan.ca//Serving-up-fire-safety-in-the-kitc

You may see a large number of emergency services vehicles at the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital this afternoon. We are conducting a joint emergency exercise for training purposes with our allied partners.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Awareness Week is Nov. 1-7, and the City of Vaughan and @VaughanFire want to remind you of the importance of CO exposure prevention. To read up on CO safety tips, visit vaughan.ca/news

Close.... the.... Door!

An official Canadian proclamation was given for Fire Prevention Week (October 4 to 10, 2020), acknowledged by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada.

We were invited to witness a successful fire drill. Great work!!!

2nd Generation Vaughan Firefighters Vaughan Fire Rescue Service

The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) announced we received a $25,000 grant for its Partnership Engage Grants COVID-19 Special Initiative competition for our project on COVID-19: Building Disaster Preparedness and Resilience with York University.

It takes just one minute... do your part. HELP SAVE A LIFE. #ChangeYourBattery

#WorldAlzheimersDay provides an opportunity to spread awareness and learn more about this disease and how it impacts individuals and families in Vaughan and beyond. #GoBlueForALZ

Smoke alarms save lives but only if they work. It’s not too late to change your smoke and CO alarm batteries today. #FallBack #SafeNotSorry #ChangeYourClocksChangeYourBatteries

#RailSafetyWeek serves as a reminder to remain diligent when it comes to rail crossing safety and avoid the risks associated with trespassing near rail corridors. For safety tips and more, visit operationlifesaver.ca.

As #DaylightSavingTime ends, put that extra hour you gained to good use! Test and change the batteries in your smoke and CO alarms, only working alarms save lives. #ChangeYourClocksChangeYourBatteries.

This week marks Gender Equality Week; where we raise awareness of the important contributions women and gender diverse communities have made to the growth, development, character and identity of Canada. #BecauseOfYou

#COVIDlife hasn’t been easy. We all want normalcy and a bit of fun back, but while #COVID19 is on the upswing again, precautions & safer choices are the way to go. When you put yourself at risk you put people you care for at risk.

Vaughan Fire Station 73 - B Platoon wishes you a Happy Halloween! Stay safe!

A long overdue recognition for Vaughan Fire Danielle Beattie’s added to the Acting Supervisor list in Communications. Congratulations, Danielle!

Vaughan Fire wishes you a Happy Halloween! Stay safe!

Happy Halloween from Vaughan Fire’s Communication Division!

Tim Hortons #SmileCookie Cookie Campaign is helping unite a community by raising funds for Hospice Vaughan. When you buy a cookie, you are also helping Hospice Vaughan realize its dream of opening up its new 10-bed Hospice palliative care centre in the Vaughan community.

A very cool video from Tommy Douglas Secondary School. A great reminder to change the batteries in your smoke alarm.

The animation students from Tommy Douglas Secondary School created some very cool public service announcements - encouraging others to change their battery in their smoke alarms! (~2019)

2020 CANADIAN FIREFIGHTER MEMORIAL SERVICE Due to the ongoing pandemic, @CanFirefighters will conduct a virtual service to honour the firefighters who have given their lives in service to Canadians. The ceremony will be live streamed at 1100 hours EST at facebook.com/CFFF.FCPMS

Remember those we have lost, serving with PRIDE and HONOUR on Firefighter's National Memorial Day.

In commemoration of the 19th anniversary of 9/11, the flags were lowered at the Joint Operations Centre today in memory of those who lost their lives, including emergency services personnel. #NeverForget

It is often said that the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s the place where meals are made and enjoyed. It can also serve as a home office, homework station or craft space. As one of the busiest rooms in the house, it isn’t surprising that it is also where many household fires begin.

After 35 years of dedicated service to our community, Vaughan Fire wishes our Deputy City Manager Mary Reali all the best in retirement. You will be truly missed.

BACK TO SCHOOL means focusing on SAFETY!Every child should have a safe walk to school in their community. SLOW down, be AWARE & drive SAFELY. ( ~ 2018)

Whether you are enjoying time in your backyard, taking a break to go camping or heading to the cottage, fire prevention and safety precautions should be included in your plans. Visit vaughan.ca/fire for safety tips from @VaughanFire.

This #longweekend, please remember: - Stick to one bubble of up to 10 people - Avoid crowds and closed spaces - Wash your hands and watch your distance... - Wear your mask See more