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Why Join Fire Service Women Ontario?

Joining FSWO means becoming part of Ontario's most supportive network of women firefighters, fire prevention officers, emergency communications professionals, and fire service leaders.

More Than Membership — It's Community
Whether you're a career firefighter, volunteer, fire prevention officer, emergency communications specialist, training instructor, or pre-service student—FSWO welcomes women at every stage of their fire service journey. Connect with professionals who understand your challenges and celebrate your successes.

Member Benefits Include:
Professional Development: Discounted registration for our Annual Training Symposium "Building Leaders, Driving Change"
Financial Support: Access to bursaries and scholarships for fire service training and education
Mentorship Network: Leadership opportunities through committees and peer connections with experienced women in fire service
Community Support: Members-only online forum for real-time discussion, advice, and resource sharing
Stay Connected: Regular newsletters featuring member highlights, career opportunities, and Ontario fire service news
Networking: Exclusive sessions with professionals across all ranks, departments, and fire service roles
Special Events: Invitations to fire camps, training sessions, and networking events focused on empowerment and education
Advocacy Impact: Contribute to advancing gender equity and inclusion across Ontario's fire service

Ready to Connect?
From suppression to prevention, communications to leadership—FSWO provides the mentorship, training, and community support to help women thrive in every fire service role.

Membership TypeDescription
Individual MembershipsIndividual memberships range from $45-$60 per year, across Active Member (Career), Active Member (Volunteer), national/international members, fire service retiree members and Student Member types.
Association MembershipsAssociation memberships range from $550-$850 per year. Membership entitlement is eligible to all locals and can include any number of members of any rank within their local union membership.
Department MembershipsDepartment memberships range from $550-$850 per year. Membership entitlement is eligible to any municipal fire service and can include any number of members of any rank within their department.
Pre-Service Program MembershipThe Pre-Service Membership is directed at educational institutions who offer a program in firefighting. The members can include staff and students. Unlimited number of members.