Courtenay Seeking $7 Million For New Fire Hall

The City of Courtenay is looking toward a grant of $7 million for a new fire hall.

The City is planning to build a new fire hall in East Courtenay to improve emergency response times and keep up with population growth in the area.

The new fire hall will include space for fire trucks, firefighter living quarters, training areas, and health and safety features. Construction is set to begin next year.

The City says the fire hall will also help lower insurance costs for local businesses in East Courtenay and reduce building restrictions by improving response times.

Without it, the east side remains at increased risk during floods or disasters, since all current Courtenay fire resources are on the west side of the river.

The total cost is expected to be around $14 million, less than previously budgeted.

Council has approved applying for a grant of up to $7 million for the project and plans to cover the rest through borrowing and other funds.

City staff are now working on the fire hall’s design.

To learn more, visit City of Courtenay.