Who we are...
Waterloo Fire Rescue is a fulltime career force of 108 staff serving the diverse needs of the community. Activities include fire suppression, fire prevention, public education, training, mechanical and emergency planning. Protective Services also oversees the By-Law Department and Community Relations with 18 fulltime employees. Waterloo Fire Rescue has three fire stations, four Pumpers, an Aerial Platform, Tanker/Pumper and a Hazmat Trailer, plus many modern and sophisticated pieces of equipment.
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A Brief History Lesson
The Waterloo Fire Department officially started on December 19, 1876. In the beginning the brigade was divided into two groups, The Waterloo Engine and Hose Company and The Waterloo Hook and Ladder Company. In 1885 the two companies joined to become The Waterloo Fire Brigade. The first equipment was both hand drawn and hand pumped. Waterloo Fire Rescue has come a long way from that December night in 1876 to become one of the most efficient and progressive fire departments in Ontario.
ABOUT OUR SHOULDER FLASH...
CITY OF WATERLOO CREST— “Progress with Stability”
Upper Left - Buildings represent industries and insurance companies
Lower Left - Houses represent the homeowners of the City.
Upper Right - Water and trees represent the Waterloo Park and recreation areas.
Lower Right - Some early settlers arrived from Pennsylvania by covered wagon. The rising sun depicts the pioneers’ pursuit of peace and prosperity
MALTESE CROSS
The Maltese Cross is a fireman’s badge of honour and a symbol of protection. Centuries ago a courageous band of crusaders known as the Knights of St. John, encountered a new weapon of war, fire. Hundreds of knights were burned alive; others risked their lives to save their brothers in arms. These men became our first firemen. Their heroic efforts were recognized by awarding each knight a badge of honour, a cross similar to the one firemen wear today, a symbol that came to be known as the Maltese Cross.
The cross has eight points depicting the character and qualities of the fire fighter: Perseverance ,Loyalty, Dexterity, Explicitness, Observation, Sympathy, Tact, and Gallantry.
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