Who we are

Mission Statement

We are dedicated to:

• Educating the community and youth to promote awareness, safety, and the prevention of fires,
• Our I.M.P.R.E.S.S core values and,
• Protecting our community through response to emergencies, while giving peace of mind.

Proud to be serving the community of Merritt since 1907.

The Merritt Fire Rescue Department plays a vital role in ensuring community safety through various means. Our primary objective is to respond to and handle emergency situations, effectively safeguarding lives, properties, and minimizing harm, damage, or loss. During non-emergency periods, we are committed to promoting fire and life safety through public education initiatives. Additionally, we prioritize legislative and bylaw compliance and continuously train our firefighters to maintain their skills and knowledge.

With a history spanning over 115 years, our Department has consistently evolved to address the ever-changing risks, threats, and challenges faced by our community. We hold a strong sense of pride in our ability to meet the needs of our community effectively. Rest assured that our dedicated firefighters are ready to assist you and your loved ones whenever the need arises, day or night.

We couldn’t do it without them!

Our Firefighters

25

Paid-On-Call

6

Work Experience

6

Chief & Staff

Did you know…

Our firefighters respond to a variety of emergency situations, over 900 annually, including;

• Fire Suppression
• First Responder Medical Response
• Road Rescue, Motor Vehicle Incident
• Response Hazardous Materials Incidents
• Public Assistance

Beyond response, our firefighters also perform:

• Safety Inspections and Fire Cause Investigations
• Public Education and Community Relations
• Municipal Emergency Program Management
• Fire Service Work Experience Program

These broadening demands on the fire service have made it necessary for firefighters to continually upgrade their skills through professional development programs, to ensure that we continue to provide, and the citizens continue to receive, the courteous and professional service that they have been accustomed to.

I.M.P.R.E.S.S Core Values

Integrity: Conduct ourselves in an honest, fair, and sincere manner; one which instills trust in others.

Mentoring: Take time and effort to coach, mentor, and pass down knowledge.

People: Demonstrate leadership, fellowship, encourage growth, communication, training opportunities, and a fun working environment.

Response: Firefighters maintain a respectable call volume and attend training regularly.

Empathy: Show compassion and sympathy for the plight of others.

Service: Provide first-class service to the Citizens of Merritt and fellow firefighters.

Safety: Support and promote new and innovative ideas/programs to ensure the safest working conditions possible whether at emergency incidents or in the fire station.