Cumberland fire chief Mike Williamson is pictured in his office in the current firehall building. Photo by Vista Radio staff.
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Cumberland fire chief set to retire after 52-year career

Wylie Henderson
By Wylie Henderson

It’s a changing of the guard at Cumberland Fire Rescue.

Fire Chief Mike Williamson is retiring after 52 years of service.

Williamson spent 38 years as a volunteer with Cumberland Fire Rescue, including serving as president of the Cumberland Firefighters Society. He has been the Village of Cumberland’s manager of protective services since 2012.

“Fire Chief Williamson has navigated the demands of a growing community and made great strides to strengthen Cumberland Fire Rescue’s capabilities,” said a statement from the village. “His contributions will be remembered with gratitude for years to come.”

A retirement open house will be held Sept. 29 at Cumberland Fire Rescue Hall from 1 to 4 p.m. to celebrate Williamson’s career and contributions.

Wylie Henderson
Wylie Henderson
Wylie is news director for Vancouver Island, bringing more than a decade of broadcast experience to the role. A Vancouver native, he moved to the Island in 2025 with his wife and stepdaughter after a long run on the airwaves in the Kootenays. He is committed to delivering timely, reliable and community-focused news to listeners across the region. A lifelong Vancouver Canucks and B.C. Lions fan, Wylie is just as comfortable breaking down a game as he is breaking down a news story. Away from the newsroom, he can often be found on the golf course, cycling or lacing up his skates for a game of hockey. For Wylie, keeping listeners informed about what matters locally is more than a job, it’s a passion.

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