Grimsby, ON and Lincoln share resources with Niagara West Fire & Emergency Services pilot
Grimsby, ON Lincoln Niagara West Fire & Emergency Services
In Progress
Grimsby and Lincoln pursued this pilot to serve a growing population without significant budget increases. A working group of local officials has worked since 2020 on the shared service. The pilot's first phase evaluates a shared fire department for at least two years. A Joint Advisory Committee and a Fire Master Plan coordinate the work done by this department. Niagara West Fire & Emergency Services will expand to other emergency services following approval by town councils.
Governments Involved
Newsworthy
Project Succeeded
Grimsby and Lincoln received the 2022 Collaboration Award from the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators.
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