View Royal Fire Rescue

*Save the Date* 2026 Emergency Preparedness Fair Join us on Sunday May 3rd from 11am - 3pm at the Juan de Fuca Recreation Center (1767 Island Highway) for the annual Emergency Preparedness Fair. Check out epfair.ca for more information.

Now Recruiting - Paid On Call Firefighters View Royal Fire Rescue is currently accepting applications for Paid On Call Firefighters. Applications are now being accepted until March 31 at 4:00pm. Learn more at: viewroyal.ca/firerescue.

Join us on Saturday March 28 at 1pm for a FREE workshop on Wildfire Resilient Gardening with horticulturalist, Bethany Couture presented by the View Royal FireSmart Program. Register now at viewroyal.ca/gardeningworks…

FireSmart BC has launched a new free, online training course designed to equip landscapers and others with the knowledge needed to integrate FireSmart best practices into their work. Learn More and Enroll Today! firesmartbc.ca/landscaping-pr…

The View Royal Fire Department extends its deepest condolences following the tragic incident in Tumbler Ridge. Our thoughts are with the victims, their loved ones, students, staff, first responders, and the broader community as they navigate this profound loss.

EmergencyInfoBC is also on Facebook: facebook.com/EmergencyInfoBC We share verified updates, instructions & links to official sources during emergencies in #BC, including floods, wildfires, earthquakes & tsunamis. Follow our Facebook page for trusted emergency information, alongside our posts here on X. #BCFlood #BCWildfire #BCEarthquake

Congratulations to the Stonecliffe Strata on becoming the first FireSmart Recognized Neighbourhood in Greater Victoria! Read their story in the link below: viewroyal.ca/EN/meta/new/20…

A magnitude 4.3 earthquake has occurred 75 miles (120 km) SW of Talkeetna, Alaska. There is NO tsunami threat to #BC. More info: tsunami.gov #BCEarthquake

It is National Burn Awareness Week - Feb 1st to 7th The theme for Burn Awareness Week 2026 is Burn Prevention Where You Live, Work, and Play – Preventing Burns in the Workplace. Learn more at: burnfund.org/campaign/burn-…

Attention View Royal, Time is Running Out! Apply by January 31, 2026, to receive $500 towards wildfire preparedness through the FireSmart Canada Wildfire Community Preparedness Day Award. Apply Now: firesmartcanada.ca

Thanks everyone for attending the Christmas Tree Chipping and Bottle Drive Event this past Saturday hosted by the View Royal Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and View Royal FireSmart Program. Funds from the event will go to support View Royal Elementary School.

Applications for the Wildfire Community Preparedness Day close on January 31. Through this award, groups can apply for $500 to fund their wildfire resilience efforts on May 2nd, 2025. Apply today: firesmartcanada.ca/programs/wildf…

*SAVE THE DATE* The View Royal PAC and the View Royal FireSmart Program are teaming up to host a tree chipping and bottle drive. Date: Saturday January 10, 2026 Time: 10am to 2pm Location: View Royal Elementary (218 Helmcken Road) By donation in support of the View Royal PAC.

Winter holidays are a time for families and friends to get together. But that also means a greater risk for fire. Following a few simple tips will ensure a happy and fire-safe holiday season.

Join communities across Canada as they take action to protect their homes, families, and neighbours! Apply now until Jan 31 for the $500 Wildfire Community Preparedness Day Award to help fund your Prep Day events and activities. Apply Now: firesmartcanada.ca

As you deck the halls this holiday season take time to be safe when picking out, decorating and disposing of your tree. A fire that spreads to a Christmas tree can grow large very quickly.

A wind warning is currently in effect for areas near Juan de Fuca Strait including Victoria Harbour with winds near 60km/h gusting to 90km/h. Local weather alerts: weather.gc.ca/en/location/in…