Our 4 new emergency communications specialists are answering your calls for help on each of our platoon shifts, and our 8 new fire prevention officers are working across the city, leading public education and fire safety inspections.
One more shoutout to Recruit Class 160!๐ฅ 3/3
Recruit Class 160 is hard at work since Friday's graduation!๐ฅ
Today, one of our new firefighters attended their first fire on only their second shift: a trailer fire. Fire crews were on scene within 2 minutes of the call and declared the fire extinguished within 30 minutes. 3/3
Beyond the work of our newest frontline firefighters, Recruit Class 160's emergency communications specialists and fire prevention officers are also providing invaluable support behind the scenes. 2/3
Applications for #CampInspire are officially OPEN!
Taking place September 11-13, 2026, we are partnering with Fire Services Women Central Provinces and several of our regional neighbour departments to host the returning three-day, hands-on camp. https://t.co/HgjzvtuCR3 1/3
Designed for women and gender-diverse individuals, #CampInspire is a welcoming space to experience the day-to-day work of a firefighter. Participants will have the opportunity to take on controlled training exercises and learn about career pathways directly from our members. 2/3
Meet your newest fire service professionals, Edmonton!
Today, we proudly welcomed 66 new members into our ranks: 54 firefighters, 8 fire prevention officers, and 4 emergency communications specialists, or dispatchers.
Read more: https://t.co/NFva8zGoGQ
Fire station open house season kicks off tomorrow in Mill Creek! ๐
Come on over to Mill Creek Station 6 (8105 96 Street) between noon and 4:00 p.m. this Saturday to get to know Edmontonโs friendly neighbourhood firefighters and fire prevention officers. 1/3
Attendees of all ages will have the chance to learn important fire safety tips from the professionals, explore the fire trucks and firefighting equipment, and even meet the one-and-only Sparky the Fire Dog. 2/3
Meet your friendly neighbourhood firefighters and fire prevention officers this summer! ๐
@EdmontonFire is excited to open its bay doors to visitors at select fire station open houses starting this weekend.
Find your nearest participating station https://t.co/pb5asAiNce
Good morning, #yeg! Our water rescue team is conducting training exercises on the North Saskatchewan River between Buena Vista/Hawrelak Footbridge and the Rossdale neighbourhood today until Monday, June 1. If you see them on the river, please know there is no cause for concern.
HAPPENING TODAY: Our recruits are on car wash and BBQ duty!
Swing by Mayfield Common before 2 pm to grab lunch and get your vehicle washed.
Donate to support the Edmonton Firefighters Burn Treatment Society & Honour Guard.
๐ Mayfield Common Save-on-Foods parking lot
Need a wash? Bring your vehicle to Mayfield Common this Saturday from 10am - 2pm for our recruit car wash and BBQ!
Donate to support the Edmonton Firefighters Burn Treatment Society & Honour Guard.
Sponsored by Save-on-Foods
๐ Mayfield Common Save-on-Foods parking lot
We're excited to announce the return of our fire station open houses! This year's lineup features eight fire halls, including the brand new Blatchford Station 8 and the recently renovated Highlands Station 7.
Find your nearest participating station at https://t.co/Xucx5oxXgD.
Jan Reimer Park and the Terwilliger Park Footbridge are temporarily closed today for a prescribed burn.
Fire crews and equipment will be on site and you may notice smoke in the area.
This carefully controlled fire reduces risk of wildfires. Learn more: https://t.co/ijGRD5Og1o
Jan Reimer Park and the Terwilliger Park Footbridge are temporarily closed today for a prescribed burn.
This carefully controlled fire reduces the risk of wildfires.
You may notice smoke in the area, but fire crews and equipment will be on site.
Learn more https://t.co/OMnpda449Q
2/ Learn emergency preparedness tips and take part in interactive activities at this free, family-friendly event for Emergency Preparedness Week.
Parking is limited!
Plan your trip to the nearby Coliseum LRT Station at https://t.co/Onc6ykLFOr
1/ Join us Saturday at the @yegexpocentre grounds from 10 am-3 pm as Edmontonโs emergency response community comes together!
Thank you @FlyYEG and @TransMtn for sponsoring this yearโs event.
Learn more: https://t.co/GXaQcS3nmv
We are joining our @CityofEdmonton and @AlbertaWildfire partners for a prescribed burn at Jan Reimer Park tomorrow, May 8. Please expect smoke and temporary trail closures in the area.
These burns reduce wildfire risk and support the ecosystem. Read more: https://t.co/9M10gPz86a