About

For over 30 years, the Extension Volunteer Fire Department has provided professional and efficient fire suppression, emergency preparedness, emergency rescue services, fire prevention, and public education to the community.

In March 1985, after years of hard work and dedication by an amazing group of volunteers, the Extension and District Volunteer Fire Department Society was established to operate the Extension Volunteer Fire Department under a new contract with the Regional District of Nanaimo to provide fire protection services.

Extension – Local Fire Map

Today, the Extension Volunteer Fire Department comprises dedicated volunteers from all walks of life. We respond to ~40–60 calls a year, including:

  • Structure fires

  • River rescues

  • Motor vehicle incidents

  • Ambulance assists

  • Chimney fires

  • Grass, bush, and forest fires

  • Vehicle, heavy equipment, and industrial fires

  • Mutual aid assistance

  • Flammable and combustible fuel leaks

  • Low-embankment rescues

  • Dangerous goods spills

Our command structure includes a Fire Chief, Deputy Chief, Training Officer, four Captains, two Lieutenants, and Firefighters.

Emergency dispatching is through the Surrey Dispatch Centre. Fire department members carry radio pagers and smartphone apps that alert them to the location and type of emergency.

Members train weekly on Tuesdays at 19:00. Additional special practices for larger practical training are scheduled on various days and times.

Recruits complete about a one-year training period to become proficient in the skills they need as firefighters. Training standards are set under the BC Fire Services Playbook, IFSTA, and NFPA guidelines. For governance, safety, and operational details, please see our Department Policies.

The Extension Fire Department places a high emphasis on training. Only well-trained individuals can carry out their duties without undue risk to themselves or others.

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Fire Chief:  Kevin Young

Deputy Chief:  Brandon Britt

Extension Fire Department Logo

Extension and District Fire Department Society

Extension and District Fire Department Society Constitution


Chairperson:  Ryan Shaw

Secretary/Treasurer: Nolan Paquette

Members-at-Large: Jerry Amyotte, Mike Balatti, Steve Schmidt, Kevin Deinstadt, Cheryl Tellier, Clinton O’Hara, Wade Stannard, Todd Vass, Monti Wilson