Riverview Volunteer Firefighters Association

09/18/2025

Great event with learning activities for young and old :)

Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 4, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., for the 2025 Fire Prevention Open House with Riverview Fire and Rescue! 🚒🧑‍🚒

👉 Get an up-close look at fire, rescue, and EMS equipment,
👉 Enjoy demonstrations & learn more about lithium-ion battery safety,
👉 Indulge in a pancake breakfast or BBQ!

Fire Prevention Week 2025 is observed from October 5-11. This year's theme, “Charge into Fire Safety!™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” works to educate everyone about the importance of buying, charging, and recycling these batteries safely.

Visit https://buff.ly/dJ4I24d for details!

08/27/2025

Come down and hear what it’s all about! No experience or certifications required!

08/17/2025

If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter, check out the link below! No experience or certifications required!

There will be an information session hosted at Riverview Fire & Rescue at 7:00pm on Wednesday, August 27 for interested candidates and significant others. Come down and hear more about us and consider joining the team!

The Town of Riverview is currently accepting applications for Volunteer Firefighters with Riverview Fire & Rescue. This is a great way to support your community while gaining new skills.

📆 Applications close September 8th.

Learn more: https://buff.ly/gAFy5Ir

08/13/2025

Riverview Volunteers on scene in Irishtown on Tuesday, assisting with the fire

08/11/2025

Due to the ongoing extreme wildfire hazard in New Brunswick, the Town of Riverview continues to encourage residents to take precautions.

Trail Update:
- Please be advised that all trails in Mill Creek Nature Park are closed effective immediately until further notice. This proactive step is being taken to help protect our community during this period of extreme heat and dry conditions.
- The Dobson Trail has been closed until further notice.
- Open-air trails like the Riverfront Trail and Gunningsville Trail continue to remain open to the public.

Event Update:
- The Perseids Meteor Shower Party scheduled for this evening in Mill Creek is cancelled.
- The Block Party for Wards 3&4 on August 12 has been cancelled and won’t be rescheduled due to extreme heat warnings in effect.

Fire Ban:
- A fire ban continues to be in effect
- This ban does not apply to barbecues or natural gas/propane fire pits, as they do not create sparks or embers.

Learn more about wildfire prevention on the Province’s Fire Watch webpage: https://buff.ly/nnp7yxw

Riverview Fire and Rescue remains at a heightened level of readiness to respond to reports of smoke or fire, including supporting ongoing fire suppression efforts in Irishtown. You can help by reporting any signs of fire immediately by calling 9-1-1.

We urge residents to remain vigilant, follow fire safety rules, and stay informed as conditions evolve. Please review and maintain your evacuation plan and have your 72-hour emergency kit ready. https://buff.ly/S84kM1V

We appreciate your understanding, and updates will be shared as conditions change.

07/10/2025