The fall firefighter recruitment drive is underway as the RDEK looks for new members for the Columbia Valley and Elk Valley rural departments.
“Our fire departments play a critical role in our communities, and we wouldn’t be able to provide the services we do without the dedicated firefighters we have on our team,” said Elk Valley and South Country Fire Chief Michael Hockley.
“Our annual recruitment drive is on now and we are looking for new members to join our team to help ensure our fire services remain strong.”
Application forms are available on the RDEK’s website and at the rural fire halls.
No experience is needed to apply.
“We provide the training, and we support new recruits through the learning process,” said Columbia Valley Rural Fire Rescue Service Chief Drew Sinclair.
“The only requirement is an interest in helping your community and a commitment to training.”
Anyone looking for more information can contact the Elk Valley detachment at 250-429-3133 or the Columbia Valley Rural Fire Rescue Service at 250-342-6214.
The recruitment drive ends on Oct. 31.
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