Northside Volunteer Fire Department’s Junior Firefighter Program

For the third year running, Northside VFD will be offering its Junior Firefighter Program. This program offers hands-on training and valuable life skills to youth in the qathet Regional District. Beyond introducing the basics of firefighting, the program is a free and fun opportunity for young community members to connect, learn, and practice fire safety skills.
The Junior Firefighter Program starts on Thursday, September 25, 2025 from 6pm until 8pm and runs one evening a week for six weeks. It includes an engaging lineup of activities that mimic real-world firefighting scenarios. Participants practice hose handling, pumping, exterior attack drills, and knot-tying. They also receive first aid training, experience auto extrication, and tackle obstacle courses. These diverse experiences not only build technical skills, but also encourage teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership.

This program is a testament to the dedication and creativity of local volunteer firefighters who serve our communities. The NVFD would like to thank everyone for the generous donations and countless volunteer hours from community members and Northside VFD Firefighters that have helped the program thrive.

To learn more about the program, please contact Fire Chief Jim Brown at nvfdchief@qathet.ca.