A world class leader in building safe and healthy communities
Vancouver Fire Rescue Services is committed to the health and safety of our staff and the community, and will enhance awareness through education and involvement while providing world class fire and rescue services.
In addition to fire suppression, we provide pre-hospital care, vehicle rescue, marine response, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, and many other emergency services in Vancouver.
We work to create safe communities through public education for all ages, fire prevention and inspection services, and by working closely with partner agencies and community groups.
Health and safety courses and clinics
Professional CPR & First Aid certification
Earn your CPR and First Aid certification through courses taught by professional firefighters. Sign yourself or a group up for training.
Get fire extinguisher training
Request a group workshop to learn about fire safety and how to use fire extinguishers from working firefighters.
Latest VFRS news
Vancouver welcomes Canada’s first electric fire engine
December 4 2023 - Vancouver Fire Rescue Services showcased its new electric fire engine on December 4, 2023.
22 Fire calls for Firefighters in 24 hours
November 29 2023 - From November 28 to November 29 2023, Vancouver Firefighters responded to 22 fire calls in the City.
East Hastings Street Progress Update
August 24 2022 - We have been working with non-profit partners and other levels of government to support those sheltering outdoors on East Hastings Street.
East Hastings Street Structures Removal Update
July 25 2022 - The City is responding to an order to immediately remove tents and structures along East Hastings Street, due to numerous urgent safety concerns.
2023-2026 Capital Plan approved by Council
June 30 2022 - City Council approved the 2023-2026 Capital Plan, which outlines $3.5 billion of capital investment in infrastructure and amenities.
Major capital projects boosted by Growing Communities Fund
July 26 2023 - Vancouver City Council approved $25 million in funding for several major capital projects.
City of Vancouver provides update on East Hastings
April 14 2023 - City crews, with the support of the VPD, have been removing entrenched tents and structures in the East Hastings encampment.
Stanley Park visitors urged to be extra vigilant due to extreme fire risk
August 1 2023 - As we enter the hottest month of the year, the Park Board is appealing to the public to be extra vigilant about fire safety in Stanley Park.
First carbon-zero firehall in Canada now open
September 6 2023 - Firehall 17 is an example of the City’s leadership on climate action and is paving the way for future buildings to achieve near zero emissions.
VFRS: Urgent call for public awareness and vigilance
August 8 2023 - Vancouver Fire Rescue Service has experienced the most fires in the first half of 2023 than anytime in our history during the same period.
3rd Alarm Fire - 500 Block Richards Street
June 20 2023 - At 12:46 am, firefighters received multiple calls of a tent encampment on fire on the 500 Block of Richards Street.
