The future looks bright for Port Coquitlam Fire & Emergency Services.  As the needs of the community change, the department’s operations continue to evolve and expand. While moving forward, the department has eagerly adopted advancements in equipment and technology. The concept of the fire service now includes much more than structural fire fighting.

The general categories of emergency response for the Department are Fire Suppression, Medical Aid and Special Operations (hazardous materials, rope rescue, confined space rescue) and as of late, the primary duties of managing Emergency Preparedness for the City.  Firefighters are trained to the highest level of First Aid available in the province - First Responder Level III. The introduction of automatic external defibrillators (A.E.D.) has enabled us to provide the most modern first responder treatment for heart attack victims. Regardless of the size or complexity of the incident the Port Coquitlam firefighters are trained and equipped to serve the community.