Welcome to the Temiskaming Shores Fire Department web page. Here you will find an abundance of information about our department, our firefighters, our history, and a wealth of information about fire safety and fire prevention.
Public Notices
December 12 to 23 - 12 Days of Fire and CO Safety |
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To help keep your family safe over the holidays, CJTT FM is teaming up with the Temiskaming Shores Fire Department, Kidde and the Fire Marshal’s Public Safety Council for the 12 Days of Holiday Fire & CO Safety Campaign. Each day, for 12 days leading up to Christmas we’ll be sharing a safety tip and giving you an opportunity to win a daily prize package consisting of Kidde smoke alarm and carbon monoxide alarm, in addition to fire and CO safety information and same handy items for use around the home. The approximate retail values of this prize package is over $95.00. Listen live to CJTT FM for a change to win a daily prize. Safety Tips are available on the City of Temiskaming Shores Facebook page. View or pint the full list of Holiday Tips |
November 19, 2024 - News Release |
Enbridge Gas Assists Temiskaming Shores Fire Department in Supporting Firefighter TrainingCITY OF TEMISKAMING SHORES, ON, November 19, 2024 – Enbridge Gas Inc. (Enbridge Gas) is helping Temiskaming Shores Fire Department purchase firefighting training materials, through Safe Community Project Assist–a program with the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC) that supplements existing training for Ontario volunteer and composite fire departments in the communities where Enbridge Gas operates. “At Enbridge, safety is at the centre of everything we do and a value we live by,” says Scott Gibson, USR, Haileybury, Enbridge Gas. “We are committed to providing emergency response training support to Ontario firefighters so they can continually learn, improve, and protect the vibrant and healthy communities they call home.” This year’s $125,000 investment from Enbridge Gas will be shared by 25 Ontario fire departments, including Temiskaming Shores Fire Department. Funds are used to purchase educational materials to assist in training firefighters in life-saving techniques. Since the launch of Safe Community Project Assist in 2012, 369 grants have been provided to Ontario fire departments for additional firefighter training. “Fire departments train every single day and that’s why it’s important for them to have access to the right materials to keep their members and the public safe. Safe Community Project Assist helps departments afford some of these training tools and improves the ongoing learning that occurs across Ontario,” says John McBeth, Acting Ontario Fire Marshal, and Acting Chair of the FMPFSC. “Once again Enbridge Gas, has stepped up with funding to assist Ontario fire departments,” says Temiskaming Shores Fire Chief, Steve Langford. “Regular training is a big part of being a firefighter and having current training materials is essential. The training materials the department received from the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council through Safe Community Project Assist are required to maintain an effective training program.” About the Temiskaming Shores Fire DepartmentThe Temiskaming Shores Fire Department has three stations that are home to 70 volunteers. These volunteers provide emergency response services 24 hours a day, seven days a week and form the backbone of the service. The department’s response area, which includes Harris Township, covers approximately 235km2 and volunteers respond to an average of 120 calls for service each year. About the FMPFSCThe FMPFSC was established in 1993 with a mission to help create “a world where no one is hurt by fire.” Chaired by the Ontario Fire Marshal, the FMPFSC promotes fire prevention and public education through sponsorships and partnerships with various groups and individuals with an interest in public safety. Follow the FMPFSC on X @FMPFSC. About Enbridge GasEnbridge Gas is Canada's largest natural gas storage, transmission and distribution company based in Ontario, with 2023 marking its 175th anniversary of serving customers. The distribution business provides safe, affordable, reliable energy to about 3.9 million customers and is innovating to contribute to a lower-carbon energy future. The storage and transmission business offers a variety of storage and transportation services to customers at the Dawn Hub, the largest integrated underground storage facility in Canada and one of the largest in North America. Enbridge Gas is owned by Enbridge (ENB), a Canadian-based leader in energy transportation and distribution. Visit enbridgegas.com to learn more. - 30 - For more information, please contact: Kathy Ash, Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council Enbridge Gas Media |
November 5, 2024 - Hawkers and Peddlers Business Licenses |
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The city has been informed that businesses from out of the region are going door-to-door in our municipality to sell products and services without a valid business license. The City of Temiskaming Shores and/or Municipal Fire Departments are NOT conducting and have NOT authorized any door-to-door sales of fire related products. Beware of persons visiting your homes claiming to be affiliated with the Temiskaming Shores Fire Department and offering fire related products, please report it. |
November 1-7, 2024 - CO Awareness Week |
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Carbon Monoxide (CO) is known as The Silent Killer because you can't smell it, see it or taste it. But it can harm or kill you. In Ontario, approximately 65% of all CO deaths and injuries occur in homes. To learn more visit the Technical Standards and Safety Authority Website. |
Ontario Forest Fires |
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The Temiskaming Shores Fire Department uses the Ontario Forest Fires site daily as it provides information about current forest fire danger, forest fire activity and forest fire restrictions across the province. On this page:
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Carbon Monoxide: The Silent KillerContact Us
Fire Services |
| Chief Steve Langford Address | 181 Drive-In Theatre Road, Dymond Mail | PO Box 2050, Haileybury, Ontario, P0J1K0 Phone | 705-647-8298 Fax | 705-647-8297 Email | slangford@temiskamingshores.ca |
Comment, Suggestions and Requests |
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We invite your comments, suggestions, and requests, and hope you have an enjoyable visit. Complete the City of Temiskaming Shores Ratepayer Comment Form. |
Open Air Burn Permit
General Information |
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Burning Permits are Required Open air burning is regulated within the municipality. Open air burning will only be conducted with approval of the Chief Fire Official and/or his/her designate and in accordance with the conditions set out in the Burning By-law. The Temiskaming Shores Fire Department would like to remind all residents of the following:
Permit feesAnnual Permits (Renewal) | $20.00 Annual Permits (New or altered sites) | $30.00 Burning Permits renewal locations
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Safe Burning Information |
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Choose a safe time | Any fire is more likely to get out of control on a hot, dry, or windy day. Only burn during the coolest and calmest time of the day. Keep your fire small | Only burn what you can effectively control. Choose a safe site | The fire site must be at least five meters from any building or other combustibles. Stay with your Fire | If you start a fire outdoors, you must take all necessary steps to tend to the fire, keep it under control, and extinguish it before leaving the site. Burning materials | You may only burn dry woody type materials. You may not burn:
Respect your Neighbour | Don't burn where smoke will bother your Neighbour or blow across roadways and hamper visibility. View or print a copy of the safe burning information sheet. |
By-Laws |
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View or print a copy of the Open Air Burning By-Law and current amendments. |
Fire Services Staff
Fire Chief - Steve Langford |
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On behalf of all the members of the Temiskaming Shores Fire Department, welcome to our website. We work hard to serve our community and hope that you find this web site to be informative and useful. The Temiskaming Shores Fire Department is dedicated to providing excellent service to our community and making a difference in the lives of the people we serve. I know that through the efforts of our members, our interventions are enhancing and changing our community one life at a time. The department has always been committed to the protection of life and property, the reduction of damage to the environment due to fires, hazardous materials, natural disasters and other emergencies. This is accomplished by the effective and efficient utilization of professionally trained and competent personnel, resources, equipment and technology. We are a Department driven by values, and our values are to serve with passion, respect, quality and integrity. The men and women of the department are proud to serve the City of Temiskaming Shores, and stand ready to provide the highest level of service possible. Constant training, evaluation and excellent equipment ensure that personnel are always ready to serve. It is my hope that the information provided on our web site will provide you with a better understanding of the Temiskaming Shores Fire Department, and the many services that we provide. |
Station 1 - Haileybury |
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District Chief - Kyle Brown District Deputy Chief - Steve Belanger Captain - Danny Belanger Captain - Garett Hunting Captain - Kevin Hallworth Captain - Rick Shaver Firefighter - Bradley Hearn Firefighter - Chris Lauzon Firefighter - David Barton Firefighter - Dean Franks Firefighter - Gideon Lundholm Firefighter - Grant Noble Firefighter - Jocelyn Plante Firefighter - Lawrence Pye Firefighter - Leo Geoffroy Firefighter - Marc Lalonde Firefighter - Rheal Allard Firefighter - Shawn Thibodeau Firefighter - Timothy Goodyear Recruit Firefighter - Bryan Cooke Recruit Firefighter - Chris Lachapelle Recruit Firefighter - Eric Begemann Recruit Firefighter - Jesee Jones Recruit Firefighter - Matthew Golcic |
Station 2 - New Liskeard |
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District Chief - Jamie Sheppard District Deputy Chief - Rod McNair Captain - Dave Bowering Captain - Mark Manners Captain - Greg Miller Captain - Sean Goddard Firefighter - Donald Desjardins Firefighter - Perry Beaudoin Firefighter - Debbie St. Louis Firefighter - Larry Elliott Firefighter - Wayne Knight Firefighter - Eric St. Louis Firefighter - Ryan Eckensviller Firefighter - Richard Trottier Firefighter - Jason Boyce Firefighter - Matthew Del Monte Firefighter - Dustin Catt Firefighter - Ian Laferriere Firefighter - Kevin Utas Firefighter - Codey Sheppard Recruit Firefighter - Hayden Fiset Recruit Firefighter - Spencer Wilson |
Station 3 - Dymond |
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District Chief - Gaston Beaubien District Deputy Chief - Michel Laberge Captain - Donald Drinkill Captain - Darcy Brazeau Captain - Ronald Quenneville Captain - Greg Drinkill Firefighter - Ian Mackey Firefighter - Darrell Phaneuf Firefighter - Damase Plante Firefighter - Ronald Brazeau Firefighter - Gilbert Breault Firefighter - Mario Plante Firefighter - Gaetan Breault Firefighter - Eric Plante Firefighter - Joel Plante Firefighter - Raymond Brazeau Firefighter - Jason Eckensviller Firefighter - Kevin Plant Firefighter - Brian Teal Firefighter - Adam Ranger Firefighter - MJ Hoyle Firefighter - Denis Gosselin |
Full Time - Administrative |
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Fire Chief - Steve Langford Fire Prevention Officer - Jocelyn Plante |
Become a Fire Fighter
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For information on joining the Temiskaming Shores Fire Department, please review the links below. Recruitment and Retention Program For more information on becoming a Volunteer Firefighter, contact any member of the Temiskaming Shores Fire Department, or applications may be obtained from the Fire Department Administration Office located at 181 Drive-In Theatre Road, New Liskeard. |
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Fire Prevention
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The Temiskaming Shores Fire Department is dedicated to prepare and deliver life safety and educational programs to the public that effectively reduce identified community risks. The educational services and programs our department provides vary to meet the needs of our citizens of all ages and are geared toward educating the public in fire safety and awareness. Our department is always ready to assist any public concerns and answer questions that may arise. The following are a few of our programs. If you have any questions about any of the programs and services we offer, please contact the City of Temiskaming Shores or the Temiskaming Shores Fire Department. Phone | 705-647-8298. View or print a copy of the brochure for the guide to safe student accommodations. |
Public Prevention Notices |
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View or print a copy of the below listed 2024 public notices in regards to fire prevention. A Parents Guide to Fire Safe Student Accommodation Stay Fire Safety While Staying Warm Pull the Plug on Electrical Fires Time to Change your Clocks and the Batteries in all Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms Only You Can Prevent Cooking Fires Clothes Dryer Fire Safety Tips RV's, Trailers and Campers: Propane and Barbecue Safety Tips |
Alarmed for Life Program |
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The overall goal of the Alarmed for Life Program is ensure every home in Temiskaming Shores is equipped with working smoke alarms, and that the occupants are aware of proper maintenance procedures. The program is also designed to provide important fire safety information to occupants including home fire escape planning. For more information, view or print a copy of the brochure for smoke alarm installation and maintenance. |
Older and Wiser Program |
| The overall goal of the program is to ensure we reach the majority of older adults in the community with important fire safety messages. The program is designed to provide important fire safety information geared to older adults 65 years of age and over. |
TAPP-C Program |
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The TAPP-C program is a program that brings together fire service and counselling professionals to help families deal effectively with children and teens involved in fire-play. The fire service professionals educate children and their families about fire and how to develop good fire safety practices. Counselling professionals assess the risk of continued fire involvement and help children and their families deal with problems that may contribute to the fire setting. TAPP-C is free-of-charge and is available to children from 2 - 17 years of age. The Temiskaming Shores Fire Service continues to recognize the importance of this life saving program. Our goal is to ensure our citizens are able to obtain the help they may need when dealing with problems related to fire setting. |
Sparky's Hazard House |
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The Temiskaming Shores Fire Department's fire prevention program operates on the basic premise that education is the key to saving lives and property from fire. "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure". In addition to public education being a legislative requirement under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, and with the understanding that prevention is key to reducing fire losses, the Hazard House Simulator will assist staff to enhance the fire prevention program by educating the public and creating awareness about fire hazards. By doing so, it will help reduce actual fires and casualties. The following represents the key benefits to using the hazard house:
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Policies |
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View or print a copy of the City of Temiskaming Shores Fire Prevention By-law 2015-194. By-law 2015-194 - Fire Prevention Policy. View the Ontario Government Fire Code Regulation. O. Reg. 213/07: FIRE CODE (ontario.ca) For additional information learn about the role of the Office of the Fire Marshall and how it supports fire protection and prevention in Ontario. |
General Information
Fire Extinguisher |
| In most cases, the best thing to do in a home fire is to get everyone out of the home immediately and call the fire department from outside: • Make sure working smoke alarms are installed on every storey of the home and outside all sleeping areas. • Everyone in the home should practice a home fire escape plan so everyone knows what to do BEFORE a fire occurs. Many people who decide to purchase a fire extinguisher might not know how or when to use them. Fire extinguishers should be used only by people who have been trained to use them. People are encouraged to contact their local fire department if they would like fire extinguisher training or have any questions. The following tips can help people who are thinking about buying a fire extinguisher for their home: • Consider purchasing a fire extinguisher that has an ABC rating. This type can be used for most types of fires. • Choose a fire extinguisher that has the logo of an independent, accredited product safety testing agency such as ULC. • Follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding where the extinguisher should be placed in the home. • Inspect the fire extinguisher once a month and have it serviced by a certified technician every year. • Fire extinguishers should be used only on small, contained fires. Never let the fire get between you and the exit. To operate a fire extinguisher, remember the acronym PASS: • Pull the pin. • Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire. • Squeeze the trigger. • Sweep the extinguisher from side to side until the extinguisher is empty. • Know when to go. If the fire does not go out after using one fire extinguisher, back out of the area, close the door if possible, and safely get outside and call 9-1-1. • Remember that many stovetop fires can be safely extinguished without the use of a fire extinguisher. If a pot on the stove starts on fire, slide a lid over the pot to smother the flames and turn off the stove. Leave the pot in place until it has cooled completely. |
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City of Temiskaming Shores
325 Farr Drive
P.O. Box 2050
Haileybury, ON
P0J 1K0
Phone: 705-672-3363
Fax: 705-672-2911
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