

Vancouver Fire Rescue Services employs over 800 people who respond to a wide variety of emergency and non-emergency incidents, including fires, motor vehicle accidents, and other medical situations.
We are an equal opportunity employer and practise the highest standards of diversity and inclusion at our 20 fire halls, one training academy, and two fire prevention offices around Vancouver.
Applicant guide
Read about becoming a firefighter, including our qualifications, hiring process, and conditions of employment.
Find out what we do
2023 hiring process update
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Jan 1-21
Accepting online applications
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Jan 28, Feb 5
Written test
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Mid-late Feb
Interviews
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Mar 3-4
Physical and skills testing
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Mid-late Mar
Candidate ride alongs
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Late Mar-early Apr
Medical testing
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Early Apr
Job offers
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May 1
Training begins
Important note Additional interviews will be held later in the year.
Contact our Recruitment & Outreach Division
Please do not contact us about the status of your application. We are unable to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.