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Wildfire Defence System

Wildfire Defence Systemwill deploy alongside BC wildfire to protection for your Home in British Columbia. They are proud to support BC homeowners in partnership with leading insurance providers and wildfire response organizations. Together, they’re building stronger, more resilient communities, one home at a time.

  

As wildfires grow more frequent and intense across British Columbia, protecting your home and property is more important than ever. Wildfire Defence System is designed to help homeowners like you stay safer, with expert intervention before, during, and after a wildfire threat.

They work with trusted partners to deploy proven wildfire defense measures, including:

  

  • On-the-Ground Protection Crews: When a wildfire approaches, trained crews may be deployed to your property (through select insurance partnerships) to clear combustibles, install sprinkler systems, and apply fire-resistant barriers.

  • Structure Protection Units (SPUs): These temporary sprinkler systems create moisture zones around your home to reduce the risk of ignition.

  • Real-Time Alerts & Support: We monitor wildfire activity 24/7 and provide timely updates so you can stay informed and take action when it matters most.

  • Early Detection Technology: AI-powered cameras and remote sensors monitor wildfire-prone areas for signs of smoke and fire—often detecting threats before they reach your neighbourhood.  

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Here are the companies that use Wild Fire Defence Systems which is included in these insurance policies. Check with your provider. 

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Gabriola Island Fire Department qualifies for accreditation!

Go HERE for more information. 

   

 

Department Info

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-Superior Tanker Shuttle Service

-EMA Licensed EMR

-NFPA 1001 Fully Qualified Firefighters

-State of the Art Fire Hall 

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Member Login

​Opening Hours

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Office Hours:
9:00am - 4:00pm,

Tuesday - Friday

Please phone (250) 247-9677 to contact the office during office hours and for non emergency assistance call the Duty Officer's cellphone at (250) 755-9289

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To contact the Webmaster, particularly on the TRUSTEE portion of the website,  please email the webmaster@gabriolafire.ca 

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​​​© 2025 by Gabriola Volunteer Fire Department.

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Contact Us

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Emergency 9-1-1

Non Emergency (250) 247-9677

Albert Reed Memorial Hall #1

730 Church St.
Gabriola Island B.C.
V0R 1X0

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