What's New:
Union Bay Curbside Chipper Program a Big Success!!!
Union Bay Fire Rescue would like to extend a big THANK YOU to the residences of Union Bay. Over 31 homes participated in the inaugural curbside chipper program with over 50 cubic yards of debris being removed to the CVRD Skyrocket facility. This is an outstanding...
No Cost Chipper Service – May 30th
No Cost Chipper ServiceMay 30, 2022 Do you have fallen branches, overgrown brush and other vegetation that needs chipping?Union Bay Fire Rescue and the Comox Valley Regional District will be offering the residents of Union Bay an alternative to burning or hauling...
Fire Permits Available April 1 to October 31
Fire Permits Fire permits help keep the department informed about burning activities. A fire permit details safe burning practices that can help reduce property damage, personal injury and wildfires. Fire Permits are required April 1 to Oct 31 for all open burning in...
Congratulations!
Union Bay Fire Rescue would like to congratulate Lt Mike Jager, Lt Joe Tarnowski and Capt Marty McRae on their recent promotions. Well done, and thank you for your commitment to the Department and the Community.
Union Bay Curbside Chipper Program a Big Success!!!
Union Bay Fire Rescue would like to extend a big THANK YOU to the residences of Union Bay. Over 31 homes participated in the inaugural curbside chipper program with over 50 cubic yards of debris being removed to the CVRD Skyrocket facility. This is an outstanding step towards fire prevention.
The goal of the Union Bay Fire Rescue / Comox Valley Regional District chipping program is to provide Union Bay with solutions to deal with woody shrubs, windfall branches and limbs up to 18 inches in diameter by 30 feet. By reducing the need for burning, air quality is preserved and the potential risk of other accidental fires is decreased.
As well, the department would like to acknowledge the outstanding service provided by Above and Beyond Tree Service – this year’s successful contractor. Chad’s team was acknowledged by numerous participants regarding their efficiency.
Union Bay Fire Rescue is looking forward to working with the Comox Valley Regional District to continue this fire safety initiative next year.
Fire Chief – Ian W. Ham
Union Bay Fire Rescue Supporting Safe Burning Practices
Fire Permits
Fire permits help keep the department informed about burning activities. A fire permit details safe burning practices that can help reduce property damage, personal injury and wildfires.
Fire Permits are required April 1 to Oct 31 for all open burning in the Union Bay fire protection area, except for campfires.
Large, machine piled, industrial Category 3 burns require permits year-round.
Getting a Permit
Fire permits are free of charge and can be completed online, by printable PDF or completed in person at the fire department (by appointment)
Click here for the online application
Click here for a printable PDF
Permit Cancellations
If fire hazards change in the area, fire permits may be cancelled. Permit holders will need to check the Union Bay Fire Rescue website prior to burning to ensure that fire bans are not in effect and that conditions are right for burning.
Questions???
Feel free to contact Union Bay Fire Rescue
– We are happy to help –
Call: 250 335 2345
Or email: firechief@unionbayfirerescue.ca
MISSION STATEMENT:
The Union Bay Fire Rescue is committed to providing professional, efficient and effective services to all residents and visitors of Union Bay. Our mission will be accomplished through training, education and fire prevention. When called upon; we will….
- Provide a rapid and professional response to a emergency
- Attempt to minimize loss of life and property from fire, or disaster
- Show compassion for those involved
- Be committed to protection of the environment
What's New:
Union Bay Curbside Chipper Program a Big Success!!!
Union Bay Fire Rescue would like to extend a big THANK YOU to the residences of Union Bay. Over 31 homes participated in the inaugural curbside chipper program with over 50 cubic yards of debris being removed to the CVRD Skyrocket facility. This is an outstanding...
No Cost Chipper Service – May 30th
No Cost Chipper ServiceMay 30, 2022 Do you have fallen branches, overgrown brush and other vegetation that needs chipping?Union Bay Fire Rescue and the Comox Valley Regional District will be offering the residents of Union Bay an alternative to burning or hauling...
Fire Permits Available April 1 to October 31
Fire Permits Fire permits help keep the department informed about burning activities. A fire permit details safe burning practices that can help reduce property damage, personal injury and wildfires. Fire Permits are required April 1 to Oct 31 for all open burning in...
Congratulations!
Union Bay Fire Rescue would like to congratulate Lt Mike Jager, Lt Joe Tarnowski and Capt Marty McRae on their recent promotions. Well done, and thank you for your commitment to the Department and the Community.
Can I burn?
1. Burning Ban status:
No Restrictions Currently in Place
2. Fire Danger Rating:
3. Apply for Union Bay Burning Permit
(April 1 to Oct 31)
Click here for Burning Permit
4. Ensure that the venting conditions are good on the day of burning by calling the Outdoor Burning Hotline
1-855-262-2876 or visit the website
Click here for Venting Index
5. Use Burning Safety Precautions
Click here for the Open Burning Information Poster
Join Our Team
Click here to go to our Recruitment Page!
Contact Info
Chief:
Ian W Ham CD
Assistant Chief Training:
D'Arcy Rainey
Assistant Chief Operations:
Sandy Pridmore
5471 S. Island Hwy
PO Box 70
Union Bay, BC V0R 3B0
For all emergencies
dial 911
For Non-Emergencies
Phone: (250) 335-2345