Fire and Rescue Services

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.

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 and Sutton Fire stations 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.

Home fires occur more in winter than in any other season. As you stay cozy and warm this winter, be fire smart. Keep anything that can burn at least one metre (three feet) away from any heat source like fireplaces, wood stoves, radiators or space heaters. Plug only one heat-producing appliance (like a space heater) into an electrical outlet at a time.

Have a qualified professional clean and inspect your heating appliances every year. Keep your vents clear of ice and snow to prevent the buildup of carbon monoxide. Unplug space heaters before leaving the house or going to bed. Only use portable space heaters with tip-over and over-heat protection to keep you and your family safe. Install carbon monoxide (CO) alarms outside all of the sleeping areas in your home. For added protection, install one on every floor. Test your CO alarms once a month.

Flipping a light switch. Plugging in a coffeemaker. Charging a laptop computer. These are second nature for most of us. Electricity makes our lives easier. However, we need to be cautious and keep safety in mind. Have all electrical work done by a qualified electrician.

Inspect your electrical cords for cuts and damage. If cords are damaged, throw away the cord or appliance. Never runs cords under rugs or in high traffic areas. Extension cords are to be used as a temporary solution. If you require additional outlets, call an electrician.

Winter is here and with it comes snow. Check the vents around your home all winter and keep them free of snow and ice to prevent the buildup of dangerous carbon monoxide inside of your home. Did you know? Keeping fire hydrants clear of snow, debris, and parked cars can save valuable time for firefighters during emergencies. Let's keep our neighbourhoods safe by ensuring easy access to these vital resources all winter long.

Expect the unexpected this winter. Pack your emergency kit in an easy-to-carry bag or suitcase on wheels. Include essentials that will last you and your household for at least three days immediately following an emergency. For a full list, visit ontario.ca/BePrepared.

Ensure you have two ways out of your home. Keep pathways from your home clear of ice and snow. Ensure the number on the outside of your home is visible to emergency vehicles. Stay up to date on the weather by listening to the radio, watching TV and signing up for alerts on your phone. 

If the power goes out, always use a flashlight. Keep generators outside of your home and never use candles during a power outage. For more information about winter storms and being prepared, visit ontario.ca/BePrepared.

Applications available online

• 1 Fire Chief
• 2 Deputy Fire Chiefs
• 2 Administrative Assistants
• 2 Public Educator/Fire Prevention Inspectors
• 1 Fire Prevention Officer
• 1 Training Officer
• 40 Full-time Firefighters
• 60 Volunteer Firefighters

Headquarters/main office 

Keswick Fire Hall (Station 1-4)
165 the Queensway S.
Keswick, ON, L4P 3S9
Phone: 905-476-2332
Fax: 905-476-7740
Email: georginafire@georgina.ca

Sutton Fire Hall (Station 1-6)
37 Snooks Rd.
Sutton, ON

Pefferlaw Fire Hall (Station 1-8)
270 Pefferlaw Rd.
Pefferlaw, ON

We also support our community partners in their efforts to ensure the health and welfare of our citizens are in good hands.

York Region Paramedic Service 
York Region Public Health
York Region Police (YRP) Services

There are many other resources and websites you can go to for information about fire and life safety.

• Ontario - Office of the Fire Marshal
• Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council
• Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs
• Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association (OMFPOA)
• Ontario Association of Fire Educators (OAFE)
• Fire Protection and Prevention Act
• Technical Standards & Safety Authority (TSSA)
• Electrical Safety Authority (ESA)
• York Regional Police
• York Region Car Seat Safety
• Health Canada - Consumer Product Recalls
• Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
• Underwriters Laboratories of Canada