Recruitment

Thank you for your interest in the Gibsons & District Volunteer Fire Department. We are a Volunteer Organization responding to the Emergency needs of our community. It is a very rewarding vocation, but there is a minimum commitment that we need and expect from our members.

For consideration as a member of the Gibsons & District Volunteer Fire Department the following is required:

• Completion of the Application Form.
• Successful interview with the Officers of the GDVFD.
• Successful completion of the Recruit Training Program.
• Successful completion of the Firefighter Physical Aptitude Course within 6 minutes.

Upon completion of the above, you will need a minimum 75% acceptance of the regular members by vote, after your 6 month probationary period. You will also need to attend a minimum of 16 hrs of training per quarter, and 20% of all emergency call outs.

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