Coombs-Hilliers Fire Department
Apparatus Members Burning Regulations and Permits Fire Safety Education and Preparedness
Welcome to the Coombs-Hilliers Fire Department (CHVFD), proudly serving the communities of Coombs, Hilliers and Whiskey Creek since 1965. Operating out of two stations—#1 Fire Hall at 992 Ford Road and #2 Fire Hall at 3241 Alberni Highway—our department is the heart of emergency response for RDN Electoral Area F. CHVFD is staffed by three full-time employees and approximately 15 paid on-call firefighters, all committed to protecting lives and property.
Our team responds to 200–300 calls annually, including structure fires, motor vehicle collisions, medical first response, road rescue, structural collapse, wildland events and burning complaints.
Our facilities feature:
- Multi-bay garages for apparatus
- Training and meeting rooms
- Equipment storage and maintenance areas
- Water tank storage for firefighting purposes
- Office space for administration and incident command
We maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused environment to ensure rapid response and effective coordination during emergencies. Visitors are welcome during open house events and Fire Prevention Week.
In 2021, CHVFD received Superior Tanker Shuttle Service accreditation, providing insurance benefits to property owners within the recognition area.
Contact Us:
- CHVFD [at] rdn.bc.ca (Email)
- Coombs-Hilliers #1 Fire Hall: 992 Ford Road, Coombs, BC
- T: 250-248-9490 (Ford Rd.)
- Coombs-Hilliers #2 Fire Hall: 3241 Alberni Highway, Qualicum Beach, BC
- T: 250-752-2144 (Alberni Hwy.)
Book a Safety Presentation or Hall Tour
To book a fire safety presentation or to request a tour of Coombs-Hilliers fire hall CHVFD [at] rdn.bc.ca (email) us with your first name, last name, organization details (if applicable) and contact information. Don't forget to include date options, time options and venue if applicable.
Book a Child Car Seat Safety Inspection
We’re proud to announce that three of our members are now certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs). This means we can legally check your car seat installation and help ensure your child’s safety on the road.
- Book a Car Seat Check: CHVFD [at] rdn.bc.ca (Email) us at to schedule an appointment. We’ll review your installation and teach you how to install your car seat correctly. If you live outside of the Coombs-Hilliers area e.g. in the Nanoose Fire Protection Area, you’re welcome to book with us too.
- Waitlist for Car Seat Clinics: Throughout the year, we’ll host Car Seat Clinics at the Coombs-Hilliers fire hall. During these events, you can book a time slot to come in, our team will assist you with installation and provide hands-on training. Stay tuned for upcoming clinic dates! We’ll post announcements right here on our website and on our social media channels (Facebook, Instagram).
