The Nation Municipality’s Fire Department would like to inform residents about an upcoming change that will take place in the community—the relocation of the Fournier Fire Station’s staff and equipment.
The decision to relocate the Fournier Fire Station is based on a comprehensive review and recommendation from the 2022 Fire Department Master Plan. This review highlighted several factors, including a lack of volunteers, budget constraints, and equipment needs. Additionally, the station responds to very few calls and significantly overlaps with the response areas of St-Isidore and St-Bernardin Stations, making it difficult to justify the cost of keeping it operational.
We want to assure you that the relocation will have very minimal impact on emergency response times. The St-Isidore, Bourget, and St-Bernardin stations will collectively cover the area, ensuring that our community continues to receive prompt and effective emergency services. This change will better serve the community’s emergency response needs and will ensure that our resources are optimized to provide efficient and effective services.
Your safety and well-being are our top priorities. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out. We value your input and support as we work towards a smooth transition for our community.
The decision to relocate the Fournier Fire Station is based on a comprehensive review and recommendation from the 2022 Fire Department Master Plan. This review highlighted several factors, including a lack of volunteers, budget constraints, and equipment needs. Additionally, the station responds to very few calls and significantly overlaps with the response areas of St-Isidore and St-Bernardin Stations, making it difficult to justify the cost of keeping it operational. The plan concluded that reallocating resources would be more beneficial for the community.
The impact on emergency response times will be minimal. The Fournier Station’s coverage area overlaps significantly with St-Isidore and St-Bernardin Stations. By relocating the firefighters and equipment to these nearby stations, we can maintain efficient and effective response times for the community.
The very few firefighters currently stationed in Fournier will be relocated to the St-Isidore and St-Bernardin Stations. This ensures that their skills and experience remain available to serve the community, enhancing the capabilities of the nearby stations. Additionally, it’s worth noting that some of our firefighters based in Fournier are from the St-Isidore area and drive past the St-Isidore Fire Hall to get to the Fournier Station. Therefore, the relocation will be a smooth transition.
The space currently occupied by the Fournier Fire Station will be repurposed by the municipality’s Public Works Department. This additional space is needed to accommodate their vehicles and equipment, which will improve their operational efficiency and service delivery to the community.
The equipment and resources from the Fournier Fire Station will be relocated to other stations. This ensures that the community continues to benefit from these resources without incurring additional costs for new equipment.
The Fire Department has developed a detailed transition plan to ensure a smooth and efficient relocation of staff and equipment. This includes thorough communication with the affected firefighters, and continuous engagement with the community to address any concerns.
The community will be informed through various channels, including council meetings, notices, updates on the municipality’s website, and a door-to-door campaign conducted by our Fire Department. During this campaign, firefighters will visit residents to provide important reminders about fire safety, such as checking fire alarms and keeping an updated escape plan. We encourage community members to ask any questions or voice any concerns they may have through our website’s dedicated form for inquiries and feedback.