Athabasca County Fire Services - ACFS

05/27/2026

This past weekend at the Grassland Show & Shine, the Grassland Volunteer Fire Department proudly hosted its first-ever FireSmart event 🔥🚒

The biggest takeaways from the day:
✔ Awareness
✔ Preparedness
✔ Action

Every small step we take-from clearing dry debris to creating safer spaces around our homes-helps reduce wildfire risk and protect our families, properties, and community.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, asked questions, and learned more about becoming FireSmart.

Your efforts help build a safer, more resilient community for everyone.

05/11/2026

FIRE CONTROL ORDER #2026-01

FIRE RESTRICTION

In accordance with Athabasca County Fire Services Bylaw 015-2023 section 8, a Fire Control Order is now in effect for lands within Athabasca County located outside the Forest Protection Area.

Due to recent fire activity and forecasted weather, a Fire Restriction is now in effect.

Under this Restriction:
•New fire permits will not be issued.
•Existing fire permits will not be renewed.
•The discharge Fireworks and Exploding Targets is prohibited.

For greater clarity, this Restriction does not include:
•Fires in Bylaw compliant Fire Pits
•Fires in Bylaw compliant Burn Barrels

Furthermore, residents are reminded to use extreme caution when recreating outdoors. Motorized vehicles travelling through dry grass can quickly start a fire with hot exhaust components. Campfires, while still allowed, are only permitted in designed fire pits and must comply with conditions listed in Section 7 of the Fire Services Bylaw.

This Fire Control Order comes into effect at 11 o’clock a.m. on the 4th day of May 2026 and will remain in effect until amended or revoked by the proper authority of Athabasca County.

04/07/2026

As communities continue to grow and emergency demands increase, Athabasca County Fire Services is calling on residents to step forward and serve as volunteer firefighters. This vital role not only helps protect lives and property but also strengthens the safety and resilience of the entire community.

Volunteer firefighting is a unique opportunity for individuals who are ready to make a meaningful difference. Full training is provided, including fire suppression techniques, emergency medical response, and rescue operations.

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆? 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱:
• Be at least 18 years old
• Hold a valid driver’s license
• Be in good physical condition
• Demonstrate teamwork, reliability, and a calm mindset under pressure
• Be willing to attend regular training sessions and respond to emergency calls

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞?
• Structure and wildland fires
• Vehicle collisions
• Medical emergencies
• Hazardous material incidents

This role requires dedication and flexibility, as emergencies can occur at any time. However, volunteers are supported by experienced personnel and provided with modern equipment and ongoing training.

Many volunteers describe the experience as one of the most rewarding ways to give back.

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆? You can find the application form at https://athabascacounty.com/services/fire-services/ or scan the QR code below.

03/24/2026

02/04/2026

𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲, 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗺 – 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳

Reporting to the Manager of Protective Services, the Regional FireSmart Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating FireSmart initiatives within the partner communities (Athabasca County, Town of Athabasca, and Village of Boyle) to reduce wildfire risk and promote wildfire resiliency. This position works collaboratively with local governments, community groups, fire departments, landowners, and various stakeholders to build awareness, support education, and deliver community-based wildfire mitigation projects in alignment with FireSmart Canada’s principles and guidelines and Alberta Community Wildfire Risk Management Cycle.

For more information and to apply, please visit the following link: https://athabascacounty.com/current-jobs/regional-firesmart-coordinator/

01/20/2026

Under supervision, the Fire Services Technician will assist with departmental projects including but not limited to basic maintenance, operational support, inventory management, and data entry tasks. This position involves working in both an office setting and in the field completing a variety of logistical, maintenance, and administrative duties.

The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, experience utilizing technology to manage large amounts of information, the ability to follow instructions, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

A detailed job description can be found here: https://athabascacounty.com/current-jobs/seasonal-fire-services-technician/

12/31/2025

Enviroment Canada has issued a freezing rain warning for our area:
https://weather.gc.ca/en/location/index.html?coords=54.715,-113.284
Please use the utmost caution when travelling and be prepared, we all want you to make it home safe!!

Current conditions and forecasts including 7 day outlook, daily high/low temperature, warnings, chance of precipitation, pressure, humidity/wind chill (when applicable) historical data, normals, record values and sunrise/sunset times

12/30/2025

Provides up to the minute traffic and transit information for Alberta. View the real time traffic map with travel times, traffic accident details, traffic cameras and other road conditions. Plan your trip and get the fastest route taking into account current traffic conditions.

12/30/2025

Be advised there is rain in the area, reports of hwy 2 from Athabasca to Westlock and rain near Boyle as well. Please use extreme caution