For emergencies, call: 911
For non-emergencies, call: 250-478-8321
Current Fire Rating: EXTREME
Please note that the use of manufactured Outdoor Burning Appliances is NOT PERMITTED in Colwood when fire rating is HIGH or EXTREME.
All other Open Burning is prohibited as per Colwood Outdoor Burning Restriction and Regulation Bylaw No. 931, 2007.
Colwood’s Fire Department has been protecting Colwood residents since 1946 – we are the Westshore’s longest serving fire department.
The City of Colwood is well served by 40 dedicated and experienced firefighters who care passionately about their community. All of our 8 career firefighters and 32 volunteer members are dedicated fire suppression and rescue professionals trained and certified under the British Columbia firefighters training program.
The Fire Department provides key public safety services:
- Emergency Fire Rescue Response
- Fire Prevention/Education
- Fire Safety Inspections
- Firefighter Training
- Fleet Maintenance
- Administration
Annual Report
Get all the details about the Colwood Fire Department in the 2016 Colwood Fire Rescue Annual Report.
Contact Us
Colwood Fire Department
3215 Metchosin Road
Colwood, BC V9C 2A4
Phone: 250-478-8321
Fax: 250-478-8032
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Fire Chief – John Cassidy
Email: jcassidy@colwood.ca
Phone: 250-478-8321
