Tag: Comox Fire Rescue

Comox firefighters deployed to help fight wildfires across the province

Town of Comox Nathan Maley -
Comox Fire Rescue is continuing to assist with wildfire response efforts in B.C.'s Interior. 

Comox receiving $5 million to help upgrade its fire hall, Courtenay getting nearly $400,000

Municipal News Nathan Maley -
The Town of Comox and the City of Courtenay are receiving funding support through the Strategic Priorities Fund. 

Next phase of Comox Fire Rescue station beginning after demolition portion wraps up

Town of Comox Nathan Maley -
A major milestone has been reached in the Comox Fire Rescue station upgrade project. 

Comox fire station set to undergo upgrades beginning next week

Town of Comox Nathan Maley -
The next step towards modernizing the Comox fire station will begin next week.

Comox reminding residents about safe use of lithium-ion batteries on e-bikes, scooters

Town of Comox Nathan Maley -
 With e-bikes and scooters becoming more common in the Comox Valley, residents are being reminded about battery safety. 

No injuries following house fire in Comox late Thursday afternoon

Community Nathan Maley -
No injuries have been reported following a fire in Comox Thursday afternoon. 

Comox approves financial statements for fire hall upgrades

Town of Comox Wylie Henderson -
A statement from the town said the estimated project cost is about $6.1 million, or $7 million including contingency.

Community celebration planned Friday for retired Comox Fire Rescue assistant chief

Community Wylie Henderson -
A longtime member of Comox Fire Rescue is getting a community sendoff Friday, Jan. 9.

Comox Fire Rescue’s tree chip fundraiser nets over $3,800

Community Wylie Henderson -
The event happened through January 3rd and 4th, with the local fire department feeding discarded Christmas trees into a wood chipper.

Comox Fire Rescue members recognized at awards night November 22

Town of Comox Nathan Maley -
Several members of Comox Fire Rescue received awards at the department’s annual ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 22. 

Comox firefighters return home after 18 days battling Vancouver Island wildfires

Community Nathan Maley -
After nearly three weeks of battling wildfires on Vancouver Island, Comox Fire Recue firefighters have returned home. 

Comox Firefighters Honoured for their Service

News Justin Goulet -
Comox Fire Rescue recently held its annual awards banquet. At the end, crew members are recognized for their years...

Comox Chief assists in fight against wildfires

News Justin Goulet -
Comox's Fire Chief has returned from his first deployment to help with the BC wildfires. Gord Schreiner was tasked...

Comox Fire to host emergency prep session

News Justin Goulet -
Comox Fire is offering an emergency preparedness session this week. Assistant Fire Chief Jim Lariviere says it's a free...

Comox Fire marking 75th Anniversary with Reunion

News Justin Goulet -
The Comox Fire Department has announced an event celebrating current and past members. Chief Gord Schreiner says they'll be hosting...

Comox Fire Rescue launches recruitment campaign

News Marc Mulvaney -
The Comox Fire Department is looking to replenish their ranks with some new paid on call members to fill...

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