Fire service awards

This medal is awarded on behalf of the Governor General of Canada to firefighters who have shown exemplary service through good conduct, industry and efficiency.

Eligibility

Members of Canadian fire services who:

• Have completed 20 years of service, 10 years of which have been served in the performance of duties involving potential risks
• Were employed on or after August 29, 1985

Recognized fire services include:

• Canadian fire departments
• Fire Marshals’ offices
• Fire Commissioners’ offices
• The Canadian Forces Fire Services

Nominations

Visit the Fire Services Exemplary Medal program page for program details and information on how to make a nomination.

Fire chiefs must be nominated by the person they report to, such as the mayor or chief administrative officer of their jurisdiction. Self-nominations are not accepted.

This medal is awarded to those who have at least 25 years of paid or volunteer fire service in a community/structure fire department as a structure firefighter, to recognize their dedication and long service.

The British Columbia Long Service bar and pin are available for every 10 years of service after the initial 25 years.

Note that only one original award is issued, and replicas, replacements or additional ribbons are not provided.

Eligibility

• Must have at least 25 years of cumulative service in the fire service
  • This can include a combination of paid or volunteer service in a community/structure fire department
  • Minimum of ten (10) years as a structure firefighter within the period
  • Documentation of fire service must be submitted with the application
  • All service to be considered must have been in B.C.

Nominations

1. Complete the British Columbia Long Service Medal nomination form (PDF, 179KB)
2. Complete the Additional Names Form (PDF, 112KB) if nominating more than one fire service member
3. Email completed forms and documentation to OFC@gov.bc.ca

To nominate someone, you must be the fire chief, deputy chief, fire services manager, mayor or chief administrative officer.

Fire chiefs must be nominated by the person they report to, such as the mayor or chief administrative officer of their jurisdiction. Self-nominations are not accepted.