Program: Biigtigong Nishnaabeg - Volunteer Fire Department
Organization: Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
Biigtigong Nishnaabeg - Band Office
Phone Numbers: 807-229-1798
Crisis: 9-1-1
After Hours: 807-229-1666
Fax: 807-229-1944
Website: www.picriver.com
Address:
c/o c/o Fire Department
c/o Fire Department General Delivery
Heron Bay, ON
P0T 1R0
Street
Address
:
29 Pic River Rd
Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
Location:
  • Fire Hall is located at Pic River Rd in the community of Heron Bay on Biigtigong Nishnaabeg territory
  • Situated near the Anishinabek Police Service building
Accessibility:
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Emergency Service: Mon-Sun 24 hours


Band Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Public Contacts: Daniel Michano - Capital Housing Director
807-229-1749 Ext 243

Service Description: Responsible for fire protection and prevention, and administration of the Ontario Fire Code
  • Issues applicable burn permits required for brush piles, incinerators and open fires, excluding campfires
  • Practises regular standardized training modules and members also attend external training opportunities
  • Maintains a fire hall, equipment and 2 fire trucks; comprised of 12 volunteer firefighters
Provides the following services:
  • Education
  • Emergency planning
  • Fire investigation
  • Fire suppression
  • Hazardous materials information
  • Home safety



Fees: None
Application: Call for assistance
Eligibility / Target Population: Members of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
Languages: English
Language Notes: Ojibwe, available upon request
See Also: Financial Assistance for Rent and Utilities
Last Updated: 10/11/2024
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=141257

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