Fire Department
Links:
- Developing a Home Fire Escape Plan
- How to Deal with Nuisance Alarms
- Policy for the Provision of Municipal Services to Properties on Private or Unassumed Road
- False Alarm By-law 2010-062
- Establish & Regulate a Fire Department - By-law 2010-072
- Outdoor Wood Burning Furnaces - By-law 2011-052
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The Township's Open Air Burning By-law was revised in 2010 to increase safety and minimize complaints.
Some highlights include:
- No burning is allowed in built-up residential areas such as, but not limited to, Lakefield, Woodland Acres, Bridgenorth, the Hamlet of Ennismore and Young's Point
- Burn barrels are no longer permitted
- Residents must obtain a permit for certain types of open air fires such as brush burning
- Contained campfires or chimineas are permitted in certain areas and do not require a permit however, residents must comply with other regulations within the By-law such as set-backs prior to burning
Permits can be obtained at the Fire Hall in Bridgenorth.
Open Air Burning By-law 2010-054 (includes permit)
Open Air Burning By-law 2010-054 - Consolidated version
For more information, please see the By-law or contact the Fire Department at 705-292-7282.
Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield Fire Department Private & Unassumed Roads
The Fire Department would like to remind all homeowners to make sure that access to your property is clearly accessible in order that the Fire Dept's apparatus can get to your property in a timely matter with no obstructions in case of an emergency. All driveways and roads (private & unassumed) have to be pot hole free, trees and bush foliage trimmed back. Trees not properly trimmed back could cause costly damage to the lighting systems on the emergency vehicles.
If you require further information click the link for our Private Roads Policy, or you may contact the Fire Chief at (705) 292-7282.
Remember... in an Emergency Situation - Dial 911
The Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield Fire Department consists of 5 Fire Halls, 86 Volunteer firefighters, including 3 full-time staff members, 8 Pumper Trucks, 1 Tanker Pumper, 5 Rescue Units, 3 Rescue Boats, and 2 - 60 Kilowatt mobile generators.
Personnel respond to an average of 700 emergency calls a year over a large geographical area that is mostly rural. Strong fire prevention and education programs are in place to help protect life and property in the Township.
Mission Statement
Members of the Township of Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield Fire Department will provide dependable service to Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield in a responsive fashion, while showing care and compassion for those in need.
We will protect lives, property and the environment through fire prevention, public education, disaster preparedness, fire suppression, rescue and medical care.
The members of this department, working together will provide a professional and caring environment that is fair, honest, ethical and that treats all individuals with respect and dignity.
We are here to help.
Vision Statement
It is the vision of the Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield Fire Department to be known as a progressive and innovative Fire Department.
Providing the finest in fire, rescue and emergency services by utilizing the best personnel, training and equipment and creating a work environment that promotes the health and welfare of our members.
We will create a commitment to excellence through professionalism, honesty, integrity and respect for our customers and each other.
The Lakefield-Smith-Ennismore Volunteer Fire Department covers a population of 17,413 with coverage of 155 square miles including the surrounding rivers and lakes.
The Department consists of 90 personnel operating out of 5 Fire Halls, utilizing 18 pieces of various apparatus.
