Be a Volunteer Firefighter!
Van Anda Fire Department/Rescue is always looking for interested volunteers to assist/join us.
Benefits are:
- Increased confidence in handling stressful situations
- Increased knowledge of firefighting gear and equipment
- Useful reference for job applicants
- Becoming part of a team of committed volunteers
- Volunteer Firefighter annual tax allowance ($6,000 tax credit)
- 24-hr accident insurance coverage (not just on-duty – see more here)
- Building skills through training and increased knowledge base
- Use of the hall exercise room
- Online courses available for firefighters/rescue techs
- First Aid and CPR Training
- Air Brakes course available
- In-house and outside courses available for both Fire and Rescue
Who are we looking for?
- Everyone interested in learning more about becoming a volunteer firefighter
- No upper age limit, we will tailor the training to your ability
- All fitness levels welcome (we will help you to increase your level of fitness)
I don’t want to be on-call all the time – we can work around your commitments ( e.g. no calls at night or weekends )
What if I can’t come every Monday? – that’s ok, we hope you can attend as much as possible, but weekly attendance is not mandatory. To qualify for the income tax deduction, you must meet a certain yearly attendance commitment to gain the tax allowance.
If I might like to join but I’m unsure – call the Fire Chief, Mark Robert at 604 414-9662, he will be happy to answer your questions or arrange a tour of the hall/equipment.
Can I come to a practice and check it out before I decide? – of course, we will not pressure you, we want you to want to join our incredible team!
Will I be the only woman on the team? – we are proud to have a fully integrated team, the membership is almost split evenly between men and women.
Van Anda Volunteer Fire Department/ Texada Rescue
WE NEED YOU!
Please call Mark Robert – Fire Chief, Van Anda (604.414.9662)
