Protecting Our Heritage and Our Future
In an emergency dial 9-1-1 from a safe location
History
The Meaford and District Fire Department (M&DFD) was established when St. Vincent Township signed an agreement with the Town of Meaford in 1985. Euphrasia Township then joined in 1986. After amalgamation in 2001, the Municipality of Meaford built a new fire station on Stewart Street. It officially opened in September of 2009.
Today, the Meaford Fire Department responds to over 300 calls per year from the Stewart Street Fire Station. We have a fleet of 5 apparatus: Rescue, Pumper, Tanker, Wildland Tanker, Aerial, and 2 support vehicles covering over 500 square kilometers. Our response area covers Meaford’s downtown and the rural area, including the Canadian Armed Forces 4th Canadian Division Training Centre Meaford (4 CDTC).
Fire Services
The Meaford Fire Department, comprised of up to 34 trained volunteer firefighters and officers, is dedicated to protecting life and property within the Municipality and portions of the neighbouring Municipality of Grey Highlands. The fire department responds to numerous types of calls that include fires, motor vehicle collisions, and provides medical assistance to Grey County EMS.
In addition, the fire department provides specialty rescue services for:
- Cold Water Rescue
- Rope Rescue
- Drone Deployment
Recruitment
We periodically recruit new volunteer firefighters to join our team. If you are interested in serving your community through challenging, exciting, and fulfilling work, review the Applicant Information Guide and consider becoming a Meaford Firefighter.
Inter-Township Fire Department
In the Municipality of Meaford, fire services are divided between two distinct departments:
- The Meaford Fire Department (MFD) exclusively serves the eastern region of the Municipality and operates under full ownership and management by the Municipality.
- The Inter-Township Fire Department (ITFD) caters to the western area of the Municipality and operates under a unique arrangement.
The management of ITFD is overseen by an appointed Board of Management, which includes representatives from both the Municipality and the Township of Georgian Bluffs.
As part of our ITFD partnership, we have established a shared response system by which we can pool our resources, coordinate our efforts, and provide a unified emergency response to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents in the Municipality.
The benefits of this partnership are twofold. Meaford’s rural residents benefit significantly from this collaboration, as it ensures that that they receive timely and effective assistance in the event of a fire-related emergency. The partnership also facilitates enhanced water delivery across Meaford, guaranteeing a more reliable and efficient water supply for both urban and rural areas.
Courage | Passion | Honour