The City of Courtenay is planning a new fire hall in east Courtenay to improve fire response times, strengthen emergency preparedness and support a growing number of volunteer firefighters serving residents and businesses east of the Courtenay River.
The new fire hall will be built at 220 Waters Place, on the site of the City’s current training facilities. The 3.36-acre City-owned property is located near Lerwick Road and Ryan Road, close to a growing number of businesses and homes.
Updates
- The City of Courtenay has awarded the construction management contract for Fire Hall No. 2 to B.C.-based Kinetic Construction. The company will work closely with SAHURI + Partners Architecture Inc. to refine the design and improve construction efficiency.
- Design is currently 50 per cent complete, with construction expected to start in summer/fall 2026.
- The design contract was awarded to SAHURI + Partners Architecture Inc. in fall 2025.
Project benefits
The new fire hall will help the Courtenay Fire Department keep pace with the city’s growth, improve response times and expand volunteer firefighter capacity.
Improve emergency preparedness
The new hall will provide a backup facility and equipment east of the Courtenay River for use during major events like earthquakes or floods. This location will also make it easier for volunteer firefighters to reach emergency scenes during large-scale events.
Increase volunteer capacity
The department’s current headquarters on Cumberland Road makes it harder for residents in east Courtenay to volunteer. The new satellite hall will increase volunteer capacity from 55 to 67.
Faster response times
A fire hall in east Courtenay will improve response times for fire suppression and rescue services in a growing area of the city.
Highest seismic standards
The new emergency services building will be constructed to post-disaster standards under the B.C. Building Code, ensuring it's built to the highest seismic standards. The design will also comply with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, supporting the department’s commitment to ongoing training.
Building design
The fire hall will include two double-length, drive-through bays along with room for administration and crew support. The space will include a dormitory, health and wellness space, training room, washrooms, locker space and a decontamination area.
The design is based on the Dashwood Fire Hall, a recently completed facility in the Regional District of Nanaimo. Using a proven design helps streamline the process and improve cost and construction efficiency.
Design renderings
Concept renderings of the proposed East Courtenay Fire Hall.
