Recruitment
What's New:
Open Burning Ban: Effective Noon Thursday May 7, 2026
Union Bay / Fanny Bay Fire Rescue OPEN BURNING BAN Effective Noon Thursday May 7, 2026 Due to an increased risk of wildfire, all open burning is hereby prohibited within the Union Bay and Fanny Bay Fire Protection Areas as of Noon Thursday May 7, 2026 until further...
Water Service Interruption Notice
An interruption of service to your area will occur on:Wednesday, April 15, 2026Between the hours of: 11:00 am and 6:00 pm Dear resident of Buckley Bay Frontage Road, This interruption is required to facilitate work on the water distribution system. We will make every...
Community Reminder:Burn Permits Required April 1 – October 31
Community Reminder:Burn Permits Required April 1 – October 31 The Union Bay / Fanny Bay Fire Rescue would like to remind all residents that burn permits are required for any open burning within the service area from April 1 through October 31 each year.This seasonal...
FireSmart BC Begins With You Guide
March, 2026 - With spring just weeks away, now’s the time to take proactive steps to increase wildfire resilience. This month, we’re introducing the newly updated FireSmart Begins With You Guide, a more accessible version of our core resource to support even more...
Dedication, motivation, and collaboration lie at the heart of Union Bay Fire Rescue volunteers. Our volunteers take on a range of important roles within the department and are highly trained for emergency fire, rescue, medical, and other related services. Their efforts make a real difference to the community of Union Bay.
Volunteer fire fighter recruitment for Union Bay Fire Rescue is now open!
Attend an information session at the Hall by:
Calling 250 335 2345
Emailing firechief@unionbayfirerescue.ca
UBFR Orientation Guide (PDF)
UBFR application form
Click here to Download Application Form
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What's New:
Open Burning Ban: Effective Noon Thursday May 7, 2026
Union Bay / Fanny Bay Fire Rescue OPEN BURNING BAN Effective Noon Thursday May 7, 2026 Due to an increased risk of wildfire, all open burning is hereby prohibited within the Union Bay and Fanny Bay Fire Protection Areas as of Noon Thursday May 7, 2026 until further...
Water Service Interruption Notice
An interruption of service to your area will occur on:Wednesday, April 15, 2026Between the hours of: 11:00 am and 6:00 pm Dear resident of Buckley Bay Frontage Road, This interruption is required to facilitate work on the water distribution system. We will make every...
Community Reminder:Burn Permits Required April 1 – October 31
Community Reminder:Burn Permits Required April 1 – October 31 The Union Bay / Fanny Bay Fire Rescue would like to remind all residents that burn permits are required for any open burning within the service area from April 1 through October 31 each year.This seasonal...
FireSmart BC Begins With You Guide
March, 2026 - With spring just weeks away, now’s the time to take proactive steps to increase wildfire resilience. This month, we’re introducing the newly updated FireSmart Begins With You Guide, a more accessible version of our core resource to support even more...
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Contact Info
Fire Chief
Union Bay - Fanny Bay Fire Rescue
Ian W Ham
firechief@unionbayfirerescue.ca
Assistant Chief Operations UB
Sandy Pridmore
ac@unionbayfirerescue.ca
Assistant Chief Operations FB
Max Mielke
acofb@fannybayfirerescue.ca
Training Captain UB/FB
Al Roberts
training_ato@unionbayfirerescue.ca
Assistant Chief Training UB/FB
Steve Strachan
training_ac@fannybayfirerescue.ca
Training Captain FB
Jon Zand
training_ato1@fannybayfirerescue.ca
Training Captain UB
Travis Mepham
training_ato2@unionbayfirerescue.ca
5471 S. Island Hwy
PO Box 70
Union Bay, BC V0R 3B0
For all emergencies
dial 911
For Non-Emergencies
Phone: (250) 335-2345