Fire and Rescue Services

For heat safety tips and information about local cooling centres, visit georgina.ca/ExtremeHeat.

Business owners and operators: Learn about your responsibilities under the Fire Code by visiting the Fire Code information for businesses page.

Battery Recycling

Georgina Fire and Rescue Services have partnered with Call2Recycle – Battery Recycling – to provide an opportunity for the community to safely drop off used batteries. They can be dropped off at the Keswick fire station between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Don’t let dead batteries become a hazard. For more information on recycling batteries, visit recycleyourbatteries.ca.

Mission and services provided

The mission of Georgina Fire and Rescue Services is to provide the utmost professional and competent service through its commitment to quality and excellence in the community for residents and visitors.

Georgina Fire and Rescue Services provides a range of services to residents and visitors in the Town of Georgina, including:

fire suppression
medical aid response
motor vehicle accident response
hazardous material response
ice/water rescue response
fire prevention
public education
enforcement of the Ontario Fire Code
investigation of the causes of fires

Our services and mandate are outlined in the Establishing and Regulating By-law. The department runs as a composite department with three fire stations that provide 24-7 protection to residents.

Fire and safety reminders

Fire Prevention Week – Charge into fire safety

This year’s Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW™) campaign, Oct. 5 to Oct. 11, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” works to educate everyone about using these batteries safely. The campaign stresses how important it is to buy, charge and recycle safely when it comes to lithium-ion batteries.

Buy only listed products. When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery look for a safety certification mark such as ULC or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.

Charge devices safely. Always use the cords that came with the product to charge. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer. Buy new chargers from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved. Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged.

Recycle batteries responsibly. Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could start a fire. Recycle your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location. Visit call2recycle.org to find a recycling spot near you.

For more information, visit nfpa.org.

Candle safety

Candles may be pretty to look at but they are a cause of home fires and home fire deaths. Remember, a candle is an open flame, which means it can easily ignite anything that can burn. Keep candles at least 30 centimetres (12 inches) away from anything that can burn. Use candle holders that are sturdy and won’t tip over easily and put them on a sturdy, uncluttered surface. Have flashlights and battery-powered lighting ready to use during a power outage. Never use candles.

Remember, blow out all candles when you leave the room or go to bed. Avoid the use of candles in the bedroom and other areas where people may fall asleep.

Heating safety

Keep anything that can burn at least one metre away from heating equipment, like the furnace, fireplace, wood stove, or portable space heater. Have a one-metre kid-free zone around open fires and space heaters. Never use your oven to heat your home. Have heating equipment and chimneys cleaned and inspected every year by a qualified professional. Remember to turn portable heaters off when leaving the room or going to bed.

Fireplace and chimney safety

Have a qualified professional install wood stoves, chimney connectors, chimneys and fireplaces. Have your chimney and fireplace inspected and cleaned by a certified chimney sweep every fall just before heating season. Allow ashes to cool before disposing of them. Place ashes in a covered metal container. Keep the container at least 10 feet away from the home and other buildings. Keep a close eye on children whenever a wood or pellet stove is being used. Remind them to stay at least one metre away from your fireplace. Install and maintain carbon monoxide alarms (CO) outside each sleeping area. For the best protection, install one on every level and interconnect the CO alarms.

What3Words

What3Words is a free app that helps Georgina Fire and Rescue reach you faster. If you’re lost or need help, find your location's three words and share them with emergency services to ensure they know your exact spot. Before your next adventure, download the app from Google Play or Apple App Store.

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Burn permits

Applications available online

Online permit applications for Agricultural and Open-air Burn Permits are now available.