Fire Services

Currently, the fire risk in Lacombe County is MODERATE. Effective June 2, 2025, a Fire Advisory is now in place for all of Lacombe County due to warmer weather, dry and windy conditions, and a lack of forecasted precipitation..

Stay informed on fire restrictions and fire bans in your area by checking www.albertafirebans.ca or visit our website, www.lacombecounty.com, for the most current information in Lacombe County.

Call 9-1-1 if there is an emergency.

Fire Permits & Information Fireworks Permits

The Lacombe County Fire Service is a paid-on-call service proud to make Lacombe County a safer place for those who live, work and visit here.

For NON-EMERGENCY inquiries, call 403-782-8959.

About Us

Lacombe County Fire Service provides emergency services to Lacombe County, in cooperation with our municipal partners, with one career Fire Chief, four paid-on-call District Chiefs, and up to 90 paid-on-call fire members in departments based in Alix, Bentley, Clive, and Eckville.

In addition to this, fire protection is provided through agreements with the City of Lacombe and the towns of Blackfalds, Sylvan Lake, and Bashaw.

Manager of Fire and Emergency Services – Dave Bain

Alix District Fire Chief – Corrie Anderson

Bentley District Fire Chief – Ian McLaren

Clive District Fire Chief – Steve Zaytsoff

Eckville District Fire Chief – Stuart Carde

Lacombe County Fire Service is governed through the Lacombe County Fire Bylaw and the Lacombe County F(1) Policy, both of which discuss the rules for Fire Permits, Fire Pits, Fireworks Permits and potential charges for fire fighting services.

Recruitment

Interested in giving back to your community, being part of a well-trained team and taking on an exciting challenge? Consider joining us!

Minimum Requirements

A Canadian Class 5 Drivers License (minimum)
Minimum 18 years of age
Physically able to perform tasks/duties of the job
Commitment to training, generally one evening a week
Live and/or work in the response area
Ability and willingness to respond to emergency incidents on a regular basis and at various times of day
No conviction of a criminal offence related to the job duties of a firefighter

Responsibilities

Work as part of a team to respond to emergency situations
Respond to calls day and night under stressful and often emotional conditions
Perform the duties of emergency responder, fire suppression, and public education as assigned
Face new challenges with courage and dedication
Willingly learn new skills
Be a community role model
Maintain fire station and the upkeep of firefighting equipment
Develop a strong sense of accomplishment and passion for responsibilities within the community

How to Apply

If you considered the time commitment and potential challenges involved with joining a fire department and are ready to take on a new challenge, complete our application and email it to us for consideration.

If you have any remaining questions please email or call us at 403-782-8959.

Response Area

Fire Prevention

Fire Prevention involves the prevention of fire related property loss and injury through public education, inspection, and enforcement of the Fire Code and investigation of fire incidents. The Lacombe County Fire Service is committed to ensuring the safety of the public as their primary focus, by reducing the potential risk of fire.

To request a fire inspection or report unsafe conditions please contact Fire Services.

If you would like to know more about the Lacombe County Fire Service in your area or are curious about how you could support your local fire department in other ways, please feel free to contact the Community Services Department.

Get In Touch

Dave Bain
Manager of Fire and Emergency Services

Email Dave

Community Services Department

Mailing Address:
RR 3
Lacombe AB T4L 2N3

Location:
40403 Range Road 27-4

Phone 403-782-8959

Fax 403-782-3820

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