06/15/2026
Chief J. B. Simonson
As part of our 150th anniversary, banners recognizing each of our Fire Chiefs are on display throughout downtown Bridgewater. We invite you to visit downtown to see the banners and reflect on the leadership that shaped our department.
J. B. Simonson served as Chief from 1898 until 1900. In 1898, a steam-powered Ahrens pumper was acquired, significantly improving firefighting capability.
Learn more about our history and 150th anniversary events:
bridgewaterfire.ca/our-department/150th-anniversary