Fire Protection
Fire Department non-emergency contact numbers below.
- Hagensborg Fire Hall: 250-982-2366
- Bella Coola Fire Hall: 250-799-5321
- Nuxulk Fire Department: 250-799-5650
- Nusatsum Fire Department: 250-982-2290
Bella Coola Valley Volunteer Fire Department
Hall #1: Hagensborg – 1465 Hwy 20, Hagensborg, Box 186, V0T 1C0
- Administration, (Part-time single staffed)
Hall #2: Bella Coola – 613 Cliff St, Bella Coola, Box 186, V0T 1C0
- (Non-staffed)
Contact
Fire Chief, Brittany Goulet
- bgoulet@ccrd.ca
- 1.236.724.2025
We’re hiring a Deputy Fire Chief
Title: Deputy Fire Chief
Status: Volunteer (Part time)
Compensation: $5,000 (annual honorarium, paid quarterly)
Reports to: Fire Chief
Start Date: September 25, 2026
Closes: September 4, 2026
We are actively looking to fill two Deputy Fire Chief positions and will begin reviewing applications.
Position Summary
The Deputy Fire Chief provides hall-level leadership and operational support within the CCRD’s unified fire service. Reporting directly to the Fire Chief, the Deputy Fire Chief supports training delivery, member management, equipment readiness, and incident response at their designated fire hall. There are two Deputy Fire Chief positions available — one based at the Bella Coola Fire Hall, and one based at the Hagensborg Fire Hall.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining relevant fire service leadership and training experience to:
Brittany Goulet, Fire Chief
For the full job description and further information, please refer to the documents below.
Recruitment
Join the Bella Coola Valley Volunteer Fire Department. Make a difference in your community.
Volunteer firefighters play a critical role in protecting lives, property, and the natural environment throughout the Bella Coola Valley. Whether responding to structure fires, motor vehicle incidents, medical emergencies, public assistance calls, or wildlife events, our members provide essential service to the community.
No previous firefighting experience is required. The BCVVFD will provide training, equipment, mentorship, and opportunities to develop valuable skills while serving your neighbours.
If you are community-minded, reliable, and willing to learn, we encourage you to apply!
Apply today and help protect the Bella Coola Valley.
Bella Coola Valley Volunteer Fire Department – Application Form
Why become a firefighter?
As a member of the BCVVFD, you will:
- Serve and protect your community
- Learn emergency response and leadership skills
- Build confidence and teamwork abilities
- Receive nationally recognized firefighter training
- Participate in emergency preparedness and public education activities
- Join a dedicated team committed to public service
- Gain valuable experience for careers in emergency services, public safety, trades, and leadership
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be at least 19 years of age
- Reside within the Bella Coola Valley (Bella Coola, Hagensborg, Nusatsum, Firvale, etc.)
- Be physically capable of performing firefighting duties
- Possess a valid BC Driver’s License (or equivalent)
- Submit a resume with a complete application form
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to teamwork and public service
- Attend required training sessions and emergency responses
- Successfully complete a Criminal Record Check
- Be willing to complete all required recruit training
Firefighters serve in positions of public trust and may interact with vulnerable individuals during emergencies. Previous firefighting experience is not required.
Training Provided
Successful applicants will receive department-sponsored training may include:
- Firefighter Fundamentals
- Structural Firefighting Operations
- Incidental Command System (ICS)
- Emergency Scene Safety
- Vehicle Fire Response
- Emergency Medical Response Awareness
- First Aid Training (when available)
- Apparatus and Equipment Operations
All required protective equipment and training materials are provided by the department.
Commitment
Members are expected to:
- Respond to emergency incidents whenever reasonably available
- Participate in department training and community events
- Support emergency preparedness initiatives
Bella Coola Valley Volunteer Fire Department
The Bella Coola Fire Local Service Area was established by bylaw in 1992 when the Regional District became responsible for the defunct improvement district which had provided fire protection, street lighting and water service to the Bella Coola town site located in Electoral Area E.
A small but dedicated group of volunteers manage and deliver the function and maintain the fire hall and equipment. This service is also the subject of a mutual aid agreement between all of the volunteer fire departments in the Bella Coola Valley, or Electoral Areas C, D and E. It includes the Hagensborg Waterworks and Noosatsum Waterworks Improvement Districts as well as the Nuxalk Nation Fire Department. The Bella Coola Valley Volunteer Fire Department is comprised of two halls: Hagensborg Fire Hall, and Bella Coola Fire Hall.
Fire protection services in Ocean Falls are the responsibility of the Ocean Falls Improvement District. The Heiltsuk Nation has the authority in Bella Bella, and the Wuikinuxv Nation in Wuikinuxv and Rivers Inlet.
Bella Coola Fire Suppression Service Extension
