Prince Edward County looking for volunteer firefighters

Volunteer firefighters are the unsung heroes of our community. Their commitment strengthens relationships within Prince Edward County, enhances safety, and ensures that help is always near. By becoming a volunteer firefighter, you’re not just filling a role; you’re becoming a beacon of hope and resilience for your neighbours, making a profound difference every single day.

Volunteer firefighters are summoned to a wide array of emergencies including fires, emergency medical incidents, vehicle accidents, water rescue emergencies and more. These dedicated individuals juggle their personal and professional lives to answer the call of duty, providing essential fire and emergency services where resources are limited.

Click here to read about a ‘day in the life’ of a PECFR volunteer firefighter.

To become a volunteer firefighter in Prince Edward County, candidates will need to meet the following criteria:

• Must possess a valid Ontario driver’s licence
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must physically be able to perform tasks and duties of the job
• Must be able to commit to training
• Must live and/or work in the response area (i.e. Prince Edward County)
• Must have no conviction of a criminal offense related to the job duties of a firefighter

Volunteer firefighters are paid an hourly wage for training and emergency response. PECFR is actively recruiting for volunteer firefighter positions that are suitable for those with firefighting experience, and for those who have had no previous experience or training.

Those interested in joining PECFR but would like more information are encouraged to attend one of the in-person volunteer firefighter information pop-ups happening throughout the County:

• Picton Fall Fair (Picton Fairgrounds, 375 Picton Main Street, Picton) – September 6 – 8
• Milford Fall Fair (Milford Fairgrounds, 2179 County Road 17, Milford) – September 14
• Ameliasburgh Fall Fair (Roblin Lake Fairgrounds, 38 Coleman Street, Ameliasburgh) -September 21

Information on volunteer firefighting is also available on the County’s website.

The deadline to apply as a volunteer firefighter is Monday, September 30. Click here to access the online application form.