Fire & Rescue
What we do
West Vancouver Fire & Rescue does much more than putting out fires. We work to prevent or minimize the impacts of emergency incidents by:
- delivering prompt and effective response to fire, rescue, and medical emergencies
- protecting life, property, and the environment
- providing fire prevention services
- holding public education events
- enforcing regulations, including the Fire Code and municipal bylaws
Learn more about what we do below.
Community Outreach & Education
Education is the key to fire safety. Watch our videos for the need-to-know facts.
Fire Inspection Guidelines
It is important that fire inspection guidelines are met to minimize fire risk.
FireSmart Community
The District of West Vancouver is a FireSmart Community. Become part of the community that is working to reduce fire hazards in West Vancouver neighbourhoods.
Home Fire Safety
Fire prevention starts at home. Read on for tips and advice and how you can be prepared.
Seasonal Fire Prevention
Summer is the busiest fire season in West Vancouver but fire prevention is a year-round responsibility. In this section you’ll read about how to prevent fires during the Christmas season, around Halloween and during the dry summer months.
Community Wildfire Protection Plan
The District of West Vancouver’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan helps us prepare for and respond to wildfires where our community meets the forest. Approximately 50% of land in the District is within 100 metres of a forested area.
Locations & Operations
Want to learn more about all things Fire & Rescue? Read about our fire stations and how you can become a firefighter.
fireworks permits
During Halloween, adults can use fireworks on private property only, and only with a valid fireworks permit. If you plan to use fireworks as part of a private function, such as a wedding, birthday party or other special occasions, you will need a permit.
Fire department rezoning and development permit application requirements
Applicants applying for development permits are required to conform with the Fire Department Rezoning/Development Permit Application Requirements, some of which are not frequently noted in a typical code analysis summary or architectural drawing set and are specific to West Vancouver.