Applications will be accepted online using the online form. This form will be available on June 1, 2026.
Recruitment
Are you interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter with the Township of Severn? Firefighting is one of the most diverse and challenging professions known today. It is this diversity that inspires most individuals to enter the service, both as volunteers and career Firefighters. This diversity combined with that your skills may be needed at any time of day, seven days a week, in any kind of weather, and very often under potentially stressful and emotional circumstances, makes your contribution to the profession very personally rewarding.
To learn more about becoming a Volunteer Firefighter with Severn Fire and Emergency Services you can review the Recruitment Orientation Guide.
Learn more before you apply
Thinking about becoming a Volunteer Firefighter? Join us at one of our recruitment information sessions to learn more about the role, recruitment process, and what to expect.
Session dates are May 6 and May 23, 2026.
Attendance is encouraged, but not required to apply.
Volunteer Firefighter Spotlight
As part of our Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment campaign, we’re proud to highlight the voices and experiences of Severn’s Volunteer Firefighters.
Through these interviews, our firefighters share what inspired them to join Severn Fire and Emergency Services, what has kept them committed over time, and what they would say to someone considering applying. Their stories provide a firsthand look at the strong sense of teamwork, purpose, and community impact that comes with serving as a Volunteer Firefighter in Severn.
Explore their stories and discover what it truly means to be part of the Severn Fire Team.
How to apply
Learn more about what you need to succeed as a Volunteer Firefighter by reviewing the minimum qualifications and required documents sections below.
Applications will open on June 1, 2026.
If you would like more information about joining Severn Fire and Emergency Services as a Volunteer Firefighter please contact us.
Minimum qualifications
To become a volunteer firefighter, you must meet the following qualifications:
- be capable of handling intense and sustained physical effort to complete a variety of tasks
- be able to speak and read in English
- be willing to participate in and successfully complete all assigned examinations and tests (i.e., written, oral and physical agility tests)
- acquire a class DZ driver's licence, at your expense, within two years of successfully completing our recruitment course
Required documents
You will be required to submit the following documents with your application:
- completed Application Form
- current Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)
- three-year driver's record
- completed Medical Form
- completed Consent and Waiver
Please contact us to request a copy of the letter you will need to submit as part of acquiring your VSC.
What you will receive as a Volunteer Firefighter
In addition to joining a team of committed professionals we will give you:
- $1,000 upon successful completion of the Recruit Course
- reimbursement of the medical cost for your application upon successful completion of the Recruit Course
- ongoing training and yearly honorarium
Recruitment process
Important dates
| Description | Date and time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Recruitment Information Session #1 |
Wednesday, May 6, 2026:
|
Administration Office (1024 Hurlwood Lane, Severn) |
| Stage 1: Recruitment Information Session #2 |
Saturday, May 23, 2026:
|
Administration Office (1024 Hurlwood Lane, Severn) |
| Stage 2: Applications open | Applications will be accepted online only starting Monday, June 1, 2026 | All applications will be accepted online only starting Monday, June 1, 2026 |
| Stage 2: Application deadline | Applications close Friday, August 28, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. | Applications must be submitted by the before deadline using our online form at: severn.ca/jobs. |
| Stage 3: Aptitude appraisal and agility testing (tentative) |
Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. |
Severn Fire Station 2 (3958 Burnside Line, Severn) |
| Interviews (tentative) | Saturday, October 17, 2026 (times to be confirmed) | Severn Fire Station 2 (3958 Burnside Line, Severn) |
Exact date and times for testing and interviews will be determined based on the number of applicants.
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I submit my application?
I did not attend the Recruitment Information Session. Can I still apply?
Yes, you can still apply. Attendance at the Recruitment Information Session is not mandatory however it is strongly encouraged as it provides important information on the recruitment process, as well as expectations of firefighters.
Applicants are responsible for any and all costs incurred during the recruitment process.
How many training hours are required to become a volunteer firefighter?
All selected candidates are required to complete a recruit training program.
There are three basic training programs:
- individuals with no fire training or experience
- individuals with some training and/or certification but limited fire response experience
- those individuals with certification and experience.
The Fire Chief and the Deputy Chief will choose the best recruitment process for an applicant based on this model.
Contact us
1024 Hurlwood Lane
Severn, Ontario
Phone: 705-325-2315
Fax: 705-327-5818
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