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Who We Are

We are a volunteer community of practice motivated by personal experience, acquired knowledge, or innate interest, working collaboratively to serve, share, and celebrate the history of Canada’s fire service.

Our Sponsors

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

May 9, 2024

Fireworks 2024

Past Events

August 1, 2000

Cross Canada Tour – 2000

Bytown Fire Brigade a part of your community

Make your event unforgettable by incorporating the rich history and exciting presence of Bytown Fire Brigade. Whether it’s a community festival, corporate function, or educational gathering, our trucks, artifacts, and popup displays can enhance the experience for all attendees.

Make Bytown Fire Brigade a part of your community or business special event.

Our Rich History

Every city’s history is written in the ashes of its many fires – Canada’s Capital Region is no exception. The entire face of the Region has been dramatically altered by fire. Many historic sites including the Parliament Buildings were re-designed by fire.

To help preserve the fire heritage and the history of the capital area, a group of concerned citizens from the business and professional community joined with area firefighters to create The Bytown Fire Brigade Historical Society in the early 1980s. Incorporated on February 23, 1983, the “Bytown Fire Brigade” is a federally registered non-profit historical society.

Origins & Mission

Learn how our Bytown Fire Brigade formed in the 1980s to preserve Canada’s firefighting history.

Museum & Education

Explore our museum’s journey and educational outreach, from artifacts to school kits.

Legacy & Growth

Discover our impact, from community engagement to nationwide initiatives like the Millennium Tour.

Become involved with The Bytown Fire Brigade Historical Society

Unlock exclusive benefits and support our cause by becoming a member of Bytown Fire Museum. Gain access to special events, discounts, and more.

Stay tuned for exciting events at Bytown Fire Museum! From educational workshops to fun-filled family days, there’s always something happening here.

Visit the gift shop at the museum or shop online for souvenirs, toys, apparel and more.

Explore our latest exhibitions featuring a diverse range of artworks and artifacts. Learn about the artists, themes, and historical contexts behind each exhibition.

Support our organization by making a donation. Your contributions help us continue our mission and expand our programs and initiatives.

Plan your visit to our location. Find information on opening hours, guided tours, and special events to make the most of your experience.

Support Our Mission

The mission of The Bytown Fire Brigade Historical Society is to collect, preserve, conserve, restore, and display the artifacts and apparatus that tell the history of firefighting in Canada’s capital and the country as a whole.

We offer many ways to donate to The Bytown Fire Brigade Historical Society. Find out how to donate your time, make a donation of an artifact, or make a monetary donation.

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If you have any ideas, suggestions, questions or concerns please contact us via the contact form below.

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Who We Are

Our Sponsors

Upcoming Events

Fireworks 2024

Cross Canada Tour – 2000

Bytown Fire Brigade a part of your community

Our Rich History

Origins & Mission

Museum & Education

Legacy & Growth

Become involved with The Bytown Fire Brigade Historical Society

Support Our Mission

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