The Fire Master Plan (2026-2036) guides Innisfil Fire and Rescue Services over 10 years. The plan creates a long-term framework to manage growth, improve emergency response performance, and align service delivery with legislative requirements and community risks. 

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Plan details

The Plan reviews the overall operation of Innisfil Fire and Rescue Services, assessing current resources against existing and future needs. 

It was developed using recognized best practices, industry standards, and relevant legislation as guiding principles. It also includes consultation with fire personnel and Town staff, as well as a detailed analysis of response data, risk trends, and service demand projections. 

Lines of defence

• Public fire safety education: Focuses on preventing fires before they happen through sustained outreach and programs
• Fire safety standards and enforcement: Ensures buildings meet code through inspections and corrective action
• Emergency response: Relies on well-trained, well-equipped firefighters and appropriate station placement to deliver timely, effective incident response
• Emergency management: Establishes municipal readiness through legislated planning, training, education, mitigation, and coordinated response for all hazards

Priority actions

The Plan identifies priority actions across ten interrelated areas:

• Emergency response time performance and coverage 
• Maintain and enhance service level expectations and associated risk
• Staffing, leadership development, and training capacity
• Station location planning and apparatus deployment
• Equipment and fleet sustainability
• Technology and systems modernization
• Fire prevention and public education enhancement
• Workforce wellness, engagement, and retention
• Organizational communication and leadership practices
• Long-term financial sustainability through phased implementation