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New deputy chief added to the Caledon Fire and Emergency Services team

December 5, 2023 (CALEDON, ON) – The Town of Caledon is pleased to announce that Jeff Fairbarn has been hired as the Deputy Fire Chief with the Caledon Fire and Emergency Services team.

Currently Fire Chief of Adjala-Tosorontio Fire and Emergency Services, Mr. Fairbarn brings over 14 years of fire services experience to the deputy chief position, having spent time with Innisfil, the Fire and Emergency Services Training Institute, Greater Toronto Airports Authority, Richmond Hill, and also a...

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Season of Hope is coming to Caledon again this year

November 20, 2023 – The Town of Caledon Fire and Emergency Services is once again teaming up with Caledon Community Services (CCS) to support the ‘Season of Hope’ program, previously known as the Santa Fund. This storied initiative ensures that all Caledon families and children have food and gifts this holiday season.

To assist families with ongoing essential needs and a little bit of extras this holiday season, selected drop off areas will be set up to accept donations throughout our community.

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Caledon announces new Fire Chief

November 17, 2023 (Caledon, ON) - The Town of Caledon is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Dave Pelayo as the new Fire Chief of Caledon Fire and Emergency Services.

Mr. Pelayo, currently serving as Caledon’s Deputy Fire Chief of Fire Prevention and Training, is a well-respected member of the Caledon Fire and Emergency Services who has dedicated his career to the safety and betterment of others for over 20 years. He started his career with Brampton Fire before moving to Caledon, first as a...

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Caledon Fire and Emergency Services earns Superior Tanker Shuttle Service Accreditation

November 16, 2023 – Earlier this fall, Caledon Fire and Emergency Services earned a significant rating that may lower insurance rates for rural residents and commercial businesses. Effective October 2, 2023, Caledon Fire earned Superior Tanker Shuttle Service Accreditation, certifying the department’s ability to provide water for fighting fires in rural areas of town for all nine fire stations in Caledon.

“This accreditation qualifies some rural residents with homes, farms and commercial...

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Lighting up Diwali this year without Fireworks

November 7, 2023 (Caledon, ON) - The Town of Caledon Fire & Emergency Services recognizes the importance of Diwali, the “Festival of Lights”, for many in the Caledon community.

The Town often receives inquiries about the use of fireworks during Diwali. We would like to remind everyone that the Town of Caledon’s Fireworks By-Law does not allow personal use fireworks.

Setting off fireworks on residential properties, sidewalks, streets, public parks, school yards and any other public areas, is...

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