Norfolk County Fire Department recruiting local volunteer firefighters in nine stations

The Norfolk County Fire Department is recruiting local volunteer firefighters.  

Stations requiring new team members include Port Dover, Waterford, Teeterville, Courtland, Fairground, Port Rowan, Langton, St. Williams, and Vittoria. No previous experience is required, and all training and certification are free of charge. 

Learn more at an Open House event

Open houses are scheduled from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 12, in Port Dover (East) and Thursday, August 14, in Port Rowan (West). Attendees should note that these sessions are not limited to the hosting stations; they provide an opportunity to learn about the recruitment process and training program across all participating stations.  

The deadline to apply is Friday, August 29, 2025. 

Training program 

Recruits will participate in a comprehensive training program to become fully certified firefighters. The program begins with involvement in operational activities within the first three months. Following this initial phase, recruits will attend intensive weekend training sessions focused on specialized skills and engage in weekly training once they have mastered the basics. The training curriculum encompasses various core components, including emergency patient care, emergency driving, fire chemistry, ground ladder operations, and structural search and rescue. 

All applicants must be available for testing on Saturday, September 20, 2025.  

For more information, visit NorfolkCountyFire.ca.