Fire and Emergency Services

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Welcome to the Muskoka Lakes Fire Department

The Muskoka Lakes Fire Department is dedicated to serving the community with pride and professionalism. Our administrative office is located at the Port Carling Fire Station, 1 Lee Valley Dr, Port Carling, ON.

Our team includes four full-time staff members: the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Prevention Officer, and Administrative Assistant. In addition, 130 part-time firefighters work across 10 stations throughout the Township of Muskoka Lakes.

Our firefighters provide a wide range of essential services, including interior fire suppression, fire suppression from 4 fireboats, wildfire suppression, passenger and commercial vehicle rescue, swift water rescue, watercraft rescue, surface water rescue, ice rescue, elevator rescue, and medical first response.

We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the Muskoka Lakes community, both on land and water.

Calling 9-1-1

The Township of Muskoka Lakes Fire Department is on call 24/7.  

If you or someone you are with is in danger, needs immediate help, or is in a life-threatening situation, please call 9-1-1 right away.

  • Non-emergency number: 705-765-3156
  • Forest fire rating: 1-877-847-1577

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