North Middlesex Fire Department

05/15/2026

On May 11, North Middlesex Fire Chief Scott Jones welcomed the Fire Committee and council members to the Ailsa Craig Fire Station for a tour of the renovated station. As usual, the station was busy even as the evening unfolded and the Fire Chief and his firefighters were pulled away to attend to a call only moments before the tour and meeting. We are thankful for their service and pleased the the space has been updated to provide better conditions for our Volunteer Firefighters.

05/04/2026

Today on International Firefighters' Day, we pay tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of firefighters and pause to honour those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Thank you to our North Middlesex Firefighters who have embodied what it means to be a firefighter and to risk their lives to protect the community.

03/26/2026

North Middlesex Fire Department thanks Parkhill Legion for a new FLIR K65 Thermal Imaging Camera. This TIC allows our firefighters to "see" through darkness or smoke to allow our firefighters to make better decisions when directing resources. Thank you for your generosity, Parkhill Legion !

03/25/2026

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Cam Musser on completing his probationary year and receiving his black helmet!

Thank you for your commitment to protecting our community. This milestone is well-earned!

03/25/2026

Please join us in welcoming District Chief Steve Van Dyk to North Middlesex Fire Department !

03/13/2026

Vehicle Donation Request for Firefighter Training

Our local Fire Department is currently looking for vehicles (cars or trucks) that residents may be getting rid of and would be willing to allow the department to use for training purposes.
These vehicles help firefighters practice important rescue and emergency response techniques that keep our community safe.
Once training is complete, the vehicle can be returned to the owner so it can still be taken to a recycling or scrap facility.

If you have a vehicle you no longer need and would be willing to help support firefighter training, please reach out to [email protected] or leave a message at 519-294-6914 x 3236.

Your donation helps ensure our firefighters are well-prepared when it matters most. 🚒

12/28/2025

You’ve asked and we’ve got the answer.
A lot of people are wondering:
“Do I really need a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm on every floor starting January 1?”
Answer: Yes, you do.

Ontario’s updated rule requires CO alarms adjacent to each sleeping area and on each storey of your home if your home has:
✔ a fuel burning appliance
✔ a fireplace
✔ an attached garage
✔ heated air from a fuel burning appliance that is located outside of the home

Why the change?
These changes help keep families safer, especially during winter when CO risks rise.
Stay informed. Stay protected.

Take a minute today to understand the new CO alarm rules: Ontario.ca/COSafety.

12/18/2025

🚨Big Changes to the Ontario Fire Code🚨

Starting January 1st, 2026, significant updates to the Ontario Fire Code will take effect - aligning Ontario's rules with the 2020 National Fire Code of Canada.

1️⃣ Flammable Goods & Aerosols
2️⃣ New Carbon Monoxide Alarm Rules
3️⃣ Tighter Life Safety System Testing
4️⃣ New Farm Building Rules
5️⃣ Maintenance Standards

12/18/2025

12/12/2025

Thank you, Enbridge Gas!

Yesterday, the North Middlesex Fire Department accepted a generous donation of smoke and CO alarms provided by Enbridge Gas. These alarms will be distributed to those who need assistance in obtaining working alarms for their residences.



Pictured (L-R): Jamie Kovacs, Fire Marshal’s Public Safety Council; Greg Vandenheuvel, North Middlesex Fire Chief; Arlene Morell, MPP Steve Pinsonneault’s Office; Gareth Miller, Enbridge Gas Ontario; Mark Isaac, Ailsa Craig & Area Food Bank and Thrift Store.