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We Want You To Join Us!

The Oro Medonte Volunteer Fire Department is always in need of new members to carry out its mission. Membership in your local volunteer fire department is an excellent way for you to give to your community and help your family, neighbors and friends. If you are interested in becoming a member please contact the department at

Have you ever thought what you could do to help others in your community? Have you ever heard a siren or seen a fire engine, and wonder what was happening? Have you ever witnessed or come upon a motor vehicle accident and wished you could help? Are you looking for new friendships, challenges and rewards? The fire service is one of the most diverse and challenging vocations today. It is this diversity that attracts most men and women to join our ranks

The Oro Medonte Volunteer Fire Department provides services to the Oro Medonte area to responses such as structure fires, ice water rescue, automobile rescue and many other emergencies. The department has two areas that you can become a part of depending on where your interest and apptitudes lie.

Firefighters

Our volunteers take great pride in being one of the most highly trained departments in the District. Our members are trained in all aspects of firefighting; from hoseline advancement to self-contained breathing apparatus to fire attack and many other firefighting skills. Members are enrolled in the Provincial Firefighters Curriculum and can proceed through this training program to achieve Provincial Firefighter Certification, all at no cost to the member. They can also take additional courses through the Ontario Fire College, again at no cost to the member.

Support Services

This group is a great addition to our department, consisting of men and women who want to help the department, however they are not interested in emergency response as a firefighter. Ranging in age from late teens to retired seniors, they provide valuable support services performing such activities as Accountability & Entry Control, Rehab and Food Services for tired firefighters at emergency scenes. Others help educate residents in fire safety through presentations to school kids and other community groups. They work alongside firefighters to hand out fire safety information and participate in door-to-door smoke alarm checks.

Benefits

Free Training: All firefighting, rescue, CPR, First Aid and other emergency training is provided at no cost to you. Learn to drive the fire trucks too!

Team: A great sense of community and serving a good cause

Gear and Equipment: All gear and equipment provided at no cost

Uniforms and Clothing: Dress and be a part of an organized and dedicated group of like-minded people such as yourself

Leadership: Opportunities for advancement and responsibility on both the firefighting and support sides of the department

Family: Camaraderie and lifelong friendships

Recognition and Social Activities: Annual spouse appreciation dinner, dance, kids Christmas party

Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: WSIB AND Accident and Sickness Policy through Volunteer Firemen's Insurance Services (VFIS) for the member AND their family

And So Much More

How To Apply

All that is required is to be a minimum of 18 years of age, in good physical health, able to pass a police background check, have 24 hour transportation available and have a willingness to learn. Members receive a monthly expense amount designed to offset their costs in volunteering to be a firefighter. This amount is to cover gas, clothing repairs and cleaning and other incidentals. Please download our application and drop it into the Town of Oro Medonte Municipal Office.