Oromocto Fire Department

Thank you to everyone who attended our 2026 Open House! We had an incredible turnout and truly enjoyed spending the evening with our community.

A special thank you to our partners: RCMP, NB Power, Liberty Utilities , the Office of the Fire Marshal, NB FireSmart, and the Canadian Red Cross.

See you next year!

Today, we stand in remembrance of all those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. We honour the victims, survivors, and the families forever impacted by this tragedy. We also pay tribute to the 343 firefighters, along with the many police officers, paramedics, and emergency personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others.

Their courage, selflessness, and unwavering commitment to duty continue to inspire first responders worldwide. We will never forget.

🚸 Only One Week Until School Starts! 📚🚌

With students heading back to school soon, we'll be seeing more traffic on our roads, sidewalks, and at bus stops. Let's work together to keep everyone safe during the busy back-to-school season.

✅ Watch for children and other pedestrians, especially near schools, crosswalks, playgrounds, and bus stops.

✅ Slow down and obey all posted school zone speed limits.

✅ Be alert for flashing lights and stop arms on school buses and stop when required.

✅ Put distractions away. A few seconds of inattention can have serious consequences.

✅ Expect the unexpected. Children may enter the roadway suddenly or cross where you don't expect them.

✅ Allow yourself extra travel time during morning and afternoon school drop-off and pick-up periods.

✅ If you're walking or cycling, use designated crossings, stay visible, and follow traffic signals.

As the new school year begins, patience, awareness, and caution can make all the difference. Let's help ensure every student gets to and from school safely.

🚨Recruitment Now Open – Volunteer Firefighters 🚨

The Oromocto Fire Department is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as front-line volunteer firefighters or support members. This is a rewarding opportunity to serve your community, gain valuable skills, and be part of a strong team.

How to Apply:
• Fill out the application that can be found here:https://www.oromocto.ca/vendor/laravel-filemanager/files/ofd-volunteer-application-fillable.pdf
• Email applications to [email protected]
• Or drop off in person at Fire Station #1 (Administration Side – right side door), 50 Miramichi Road, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

** Applications are being accepted until October 18, 2026. **

Requirements:
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must live within the Oromocto Fire Department coverage area
• Must provide a clean Criminal/Vulnerable Sector Background Check and Driver’s Abstract
• Must successfully complete an interview, medical, and physical assessment
• Must be available for 75% of training, 50% of truck checks, and 25% of emergency calls

What We Offer:
• Weekly hands-on training (first two Tuesdays and last two Wednesdays of each month)
• Truck checks every Sunday evening
• Training and experience in a wide range of emergencies: vehicle collisions, structure fires, medical response, wildland firefighting, boat and water rescues, off-road incidents, and more

About the Department:
The Oromocto Fire Department has 54 members (career and volunteer). Career members are stationed at Station 1, while volunteers respond from Station 2. Together, we serve approximately 25,000 people and provide mutual aid to surrounding communities.

Many of our volunteer firefighters have gone on to successful careers in fire departments across New Brunswick and Canada. This could be the first step in your journey.

Apply today and become part of a team that makes a difference!

Our crews at Station 1 and Station 2 participated in a time-honored fire service tradition as they officially welcomed our new apparatus into service.

The fire truck push-in ceremony dates back to the 1800s when firefighters relied on horse-drawn equipment. After returning from a call, horses would be unharnessed and firefighters would manually push the apparatus back into the station. While modern fire engines no longer require this, the tradition lives on as a way to honor our history and celebrate the arrival of new life-saving equipment.

We are proud to officially push in our new Engine 1 at Station 1 and Rescue 2 at Station 2. These vehicles represent our continued commitment to providing the highest level of service to our community.

🎉 Congratulations to our two FireSmart Giveaway winners! 🎉

One winner received a 72-Hour Emergency Kit, and the other won a WASP Wildfire Protection Sprinkler Kit. We hope these prizes help you stay prepared and resilient. Thank you to everyone who entered!

That's a wrap on the 2026 edition of FireSmart Fridays!

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our community events this year. We hope you walked away with new knowledge, practical tips, and a greater understanding of how we can all help reduce wildfire risk.

Our team had an amazing time connecting with residents, sharing information, and even making a few new friends along the way!
Be sure to check back next summer for more FireSmart tips, activities, and community events.

Together, let's keep our community FireSmart!