Temagami Fire Department

10/20/2026

1 week to go until our Recruitment Info Session! If you are interested in joining TFD, or want to learn more come out October 27 from 7pm - 9pm at the Downtown Hall at 5 Stevens Rd.

10/13/2026

10/10/2026

Interested in serving your community? The Temagami Fire Department is actively recruiting Firefighters.
Join us on Tuesday October 27, 2026 from 7pm - 9pm at the Downtown Hall for an Information Session (5 Stevens Rd).
On the agenda:
- A walkthrough of the application process
- An overview of the recruit training program
- What we expect from our firefighters
- The time commitments to be a part of the team
- How firefighters are compensated
- Open Q&A session to answer any of your questions

10/09/2026

To wrap up the 2026 Fire Prevention Week, TFD would like to send a special thank you to Pharmasave Temagami who welcomed us to set up a public information display in their business during this awareness campaign.

Charge into Fire Safety by following the tips we've shared over the week! Remember to test your smoke and CO alarms frequently and stay prepared.

10/09/2026

Friday's Fire Safety Tip is about home heating safety.

If you heat with wood, ensure your chimney is routinely serviced and cleaned by a professional.

Keep the area around fireplaces and heaters clear.

In winter months, keep accumulated snow clear from exterior exhaust vents.

Never leave space heaters unattended.

Ensure your have working CO Detectors in your home and test them regularly.

10/08/2026

Thursday's Fire Safety Tip is about Fire Planning.

Make a fire plan with your family and be sure to familiarize yourself with the fire plan for your workplace. Discuss planned escape routes in the event of a fire and know where all exits are.

Know where to go after evacuating. Ensure your family knows where to meet if you have to evacuate your home, and be familiar with your workplace's Designated Waiting Area of Muster Point to meet at after evacuating.

Place fire escape ladders near upper level windows and have working fire extinguishers placed throughout. Be sure to test smoke alarms often.

Teach children when and how to call 9-1-1 in an emergency. Ensure children know your address. Ensure your workplace's address is posted so anyone can call 9-1-1 in an emergency.

10/07/2026

Wednesday's Fire Safety Tip is about Carbon Monoxide Safety.

CO is known as the Silent Killer for a reason. It's an odourless gas that can be fatal. Ensure your home or business is equipped with working Carbon Monoxide alarms and test them regularly.

Know how to recognize the symptoms of CO Poisoning: headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea without a fever.

When in doubt, call 9-1-1! TFD is equipped with gas meters to detect the presence of hazardous gases.

10/06/2026

Tuesday's Fire Safety Tip is about Kitchen Fire Safety.

Stand by the pan, clean regularly, never use water on grease fires, and routinely check smoke alarms and fire extinguishers!

A large percentage of residential fires in Ontario start in the kitchen. Following these simple tips can prevent tragedy in your home!

10/05/2026

This year, NFPA messaging during Fire Prevention Week focuses on re-chargeable battery safety.

Here are some tips to keep you safe when it comes to re-chargeable batteries:

- Use the charging cable and power supply provided by the manufacturer
- Charge batteries on hard surfaces, not soft surfaces like beds or couches
- Unplug once charging is complete
- Recognize the signs of a possible battery fire like swelling or heat
- Charge high capacity batteries for items like e-bikes and power tools outdoors