Downtown Sydney

Fire & Emergency Services

Two firefighters in full gear by a fire truck, seen from behind.

Fire Prevention & Safety

Information on fire safety and how to prevent fires in your home.

▸ Learn more about important fire prevention and safety tips
Wave texture graphic with a gradient from blue to purple.

Fire Stations

Find your nearest fire station and learn more about the teams that serve communities across CBRM.

▸ Find a fire station near you
Wave texture graphic with a gradient from blue to purple.

Fire Restrictions

Open burning is regulated by the Province of Nova Scotia to help prevent wildfires. Fire restrictions are updated daily at 2 p.m.

▸Check the Burn Safe Map before you burn to see if restrictions are in place
Wave texture graphic with a gradient from blue to purple.

Join the Fire and Emergency Services Team

Explore current opportunities to become a career firefighter or to join a volunteer fire department.

▸ Explore current opportunities