Caledon Fire and Emergency Services recruiting volunteer firefighters

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CALEDON, ON (January 19, 2026) – Caledon Fire and Emergency Services is launching its annual recruitment campaign to hire volunteer firefighters – dedicated community members who respond to both emergency and non-emergency calls, including fires, medical incidents, vehicle collisions and more.

Volunteer firefighters play a vital role in keeping Caledon safe. To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Hold a valid G-class driver’s licence
  • Reside within 10 kilometres of a Caledon Fire Station
  • Attend one of the mandatory information sessions below

Mandatory Information Sessions

  • Session 1: Southfields Community Centre. Tuesday, January 27 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • Session 2: Caledon East Community Complex Banquet Halls A & B. Saturday, February 21 from 9 – 11 a.m.
  • Session 3: Albion Bolton Community Centre Auditorium. Thursday, March 12 from 7 – 9 p.m.

“We’re looking for residents who want to make a difference in their community,” said Fire Chief Dave Pelayo. “You don’t need to work in emergency services to be a firefighter - our volunteers come from all walks of life. These positions are compensated and every call you respond to helps protect your neighbours, friends and family.”

The application period closes March 14 at 4:00 p.m. For full details and to register for an upcoming information session, visit caledon.ca/fire-recruitment.

For more information about Caledon Fire and Emergency Services, visit caledon.ca/fire or follow @CaledonFireES on X.

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Media contact:
Communications
905.584.2272 | communications@caledon.ca
www.caledon.ca | @TownofCaledon

About Caledon
Caledon is home to close to 80,000 residents and 4,000 businesses and is well-known for its natural attractions, rural charm and vital role in the economic engine of the Greater Toronto Area. It will soon be one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities as it prepares to become a city of 300,000 residents and 125,000 jobs by 2051. Under its current strategic plan, Caledon’s priorities remain environmental leadership, community vitality and livability, enhanced transportation and mobility, and service excellence and accountability. For more information, visit Caledon.ca or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Bluesky and X (formerly Twitter).