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Welcome to the Fire & Safety Division

The Fire & Safety Division (FSD) of the Justice Institute of BC (JIBC) was established in 1978. Its original mandate was to establish training programs for the volunteer fire departments in the province. Initially known as the Fire Services Academy, we have grown from a three-man operation to an organization with 24 full time staff and over 150 instructors.

Our market has evolved to the point where we now offer programs and courses for career and volunteer fire fighters, as well as industrial and marine personnel engaged in emergency responses. We are accredited by both the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) and the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (ProBoard).

Professional Development Workshops

March 27, 2010 Tactical Accountability
September 18, 2010 Five Alarm Leadership

Fore more information regarding these workshops please visit News & Events or click here. [Learn more]

Fire Officer Online Consultation Summary

We asked for your input and you provided very valuable thoughts and ideas. It has helped us tremendously in shaping the revised Fire Officer Program to truly meet the needs of the fire service. View the report.

Revised Fire Officer Program – Levels I and II Available for Registration

We were very pleased with your response to our online consultation regarding our ideas for revising the Fire Officer Program. The suggestions and comments you made have helped us shape our new program, which we believe will fully meet your educational goals.

To assist you during the transition to the new program, we have also included bridging information on the Fire Officer section of our site, plus one on one advising is available if required.

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Interested in becoming a Fire Fighter?

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