- Ensure you have working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms that are less than 10 years old.
- Choose decorations that are flame resistant or flame retardant.
- Place Christmas trees at least 1 metre (3 ft) from fireplaces or any other heat source.
- Water live Christmas trees on a regular basis (trees should have fresh green needles).
- Keep lit candles away from decorations and other items that can burn.
- Keep children and pets away from lit candles.
- Don’t overload electrical outlets and replace broken lights and cords.
- Turn off all strings of lights before leaving home or going to bed.
- Stay in the kitchen while cooking on the stovetop.
- Use only clean, dry seasoned firewood in your fireplace.
- Have a home escape plan that everyone in the home knows.
Fire Department
Always call 9-1-1 in an emergency!
Emergency services
We respond to the following:
- Structural fires
- Grass fires
- Vehicle fires
- Motor Vehicle Collisions
- Hazardous material incidents
- Ice rescues
- Medical first response through Alberta Health Services Medical First Responder program
Occupancy load permit
- If you require an occupancy load permit please complete and submit the occupancy load permit request.
- Payment for the occupancy load permit can be made at the Town Hall located at 10125 100 Avenue and the cost is $100.00.
Fire pits and fireworks
- Fire pits are regulated under the Land Use Bylaw. Prior to building a fire pit, you must apply for a development permit. Fire pits must be inspected by a Fire Prevention Officer prior to containing a fire.
- You must review and follow the fire pit guidelines for the permit to remain valid.
- Having a fire on your driveway safely in Town.
- Permit to sell Fireworks
Fire Pits and Outdoor Fires Frequently Asked Questions
For more information, review the Fire Services Bylaw.
Fire hall school tours
We offer fire hall tours the last week of May and the first week of June for children five years of age or older. Schools can call 780-939-4162 for more information and to book a tour.
Holiday fire safety
Please remember to be mindful of fire prevention safety during the holidays. The Town of Morinville and the Morinville Fire Department want everyone to stay safe. Please practice our important safety tips.
Fire department history
In March 1950, at a Board of Trade meeting, a motion was passed that the town was in need of a twenty-two man volunteer brigade and a 1950 Dodge 3 Ton fire truck was purchased. A tower was erected with a siren behind the town office to alert the firefighters as calls came in. The Don Found Fire Station was opened in October 1986.
Careers with the Town of Morinville
Interested in working for the Town of Morinville? Visit our careers page.
Fire Services
Morinville Fire Department
10021-100 Street, Morinville
Alberta, Canada T8R 1R5
Phone 780-939-4162
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