Town of Caledon welcomes two new Deputy Fire Chiefs

CALEDON, ON (August 21, 2026) – The Town of Caledon is pleased to announce the appointments of Scott Dalzell and Rocky Mino as Deputy Chiefs with Caledon Fire and Emergency Services, effective September 9, 2026.

Following an extensive recruitment process, Scott Dalzell has been appointed Deputy Chief of Community Risk Reduction and Administration, while Rocky Mino has been appointed Deputy Chief of Training, Fleet and Emergency Management.

"We are excited to welcome Deputy Dalzell and Deputy Mino to our leadership team," said Judith DSouza Soares, Commissioner of Community Services, Town of Caledon. "Their diverse experience, collaborative leadership styles, and commitment to service excellence will help support our firefighters, strengthen our operations, and enhance the services we provide to residents."

Dalzell brings 19 years of progressive fire service experience with Toronto Fire Services and Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services. Throughout his career, he has advanced through a variety of operational and leadership roles, including Fire Inspector, Fire Investigator, Captain in the Fire Investigation Division, and Division Chief of Community Risk Reduction. He is recognized as a forward-thinking leader who combines integrity, people-focused leadership, and data-informed decision-making to drive operational excellence and enhance community safety.

Mino brings more than 21 years of progressive fire service experience with Markham Fire and Emergency Services. His career has included leadership roles as Fire Prevention Officer, Firefighter, Captain, Training Officer, and Division Chief of Training. He has earned a strong reputation for leading with integrity, supporting and developing his teams, and driving innovation to strengthen service delivery and community safety.

"Deputy Dalzell and Deputy Mino bring a wealth of knowledge, leadership experience, and passion for public service to Caledon Fire and Emergency Services," said Dave Pelayo, Fire Chief, Caledon Fire and Emergency Services. "Their expertise across community risk reduction, emergency management, training, and operations will help strengthen our organization as we continue to evolve and meet the needs of our growing community."

Dalzell and Mino will officially join Caledon Fire and Emergency Services on September 9, 2026.

Incoming Deputy Chief Scott Dalzell

Incoming Deputy Chief Rocky Mino

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905.584.2272 | communications@caledon.ca
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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).