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Welcome to the Windsor Fire & Rescue Services website. Here you will find a wealth of information about our fire service, our firefighters, our firefighting history, fire education and fire prevention.

We invite your comments and suggestions and hope your visit is enjoyable and informative.

It’s official... it’s back ! After taking a year off, the HOTTEST 2 day family event of the summer is coming to downtown Windsor on August 14 & 15. FIREFEST 2009, The Firefighter Combat Challenge Competition, is presented by Parker Construction and will attract firefighters & friends from across Canada and the USA for this regional stop. Corporate, Media and Station relays take place Friday night and the professionals take to the course on Saturday.

To view, print or download more information click here! (980kb pdf)

Here are Today's Leading Stories

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Emergency Services Introduction to New Canadians E.S.I.N.C.
07.02.2009 - The emergency services of Windsor and Essex County are pleased to collaborate with the New Canadians’ Centre of Excellence Inc. in providing newcomers to Canada with an overview of the various services offered.. Read More.

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Dangers of Fireworks
06.05.2009 - Would you hand a sparkler to a young child? Sparklers should not be used by children under 8 years of age and an adult should always closely monitor their use... Read More.

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Father Mike Graham Celebrates 40th Anniversary
06.01.2009 - Windsor Fire & Rescue Services would like to congratulate Father Mike Graham on celebrating his 40th Anniversary of faithful service. This photo was taken at the celebratory mass on Sunday,.. Read More.

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BBQ Fire Safety
05.28.2009 - BBQ Cleaning & Maintenance: Clean burner ports with pipe cleaner, wire, or specialty wire brushes to remove any rust, dirt, spider webs and food particles... Read More.

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Dougall Ave. Public School Students “Pay It Forward”
05.21.2009 - On Friday, May 15th, 2009, Mr. Steve Krsul's grade 7 class from Dougall Avenue Public School came to Windsor Fire & Rescue Headquarters to prepare and serve lunch to the firefighters as part of their school.. Read More.

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Only 1 in 5 Children are Properly Secured in Their Child Car Seats!
05.20.2009 - Is Yours One of them? Click here to view a list of upcoming Car Seat Inspection Clinics to find out! Read More.

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