As per Township By-Law 3583-2022, a permit is required for ALL open-air fires each calendar year. This applies to all campfires, chimineas, brush piles, burn drums, incinerators, agricultural burns etc.

Registered landowners can obtain their FREE burn permit online on the Augusta Fire Rescue Burn Permit website.

For special events or campground permits, please call Augusta Fire Rescue Station 1 at 613-925-4231 ext 202.

NOTE: Occasionally there is a glitch with the Burn Permit site if you received a paper permit the year previously.  Should this happen, please call the Protective Services and Safety Coordinator at 613-925-4231 ext. 202.

The Township operates two fire stations to provide effective emergency services, fire prevention, and public safety education to residents. These stations are strategically located to serve all areas of the municipality.

Emergency Contacts:
In the event of an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
For non-emergency inquiries, please contact the Protective Services Department at 613-925-4231 ext. 202 or visit the
Contact Us page.

Augusta Fire Rescue is Tanker Shuttle Service Certified.  As such, Augusta residents may be eligible for lower fire insurance rates if they live within 8 to 10 kilometers of Station #1 in Maitland or Station #2 in North Augusta (see map below).

Residents who live within 5 km of an approved water supply (see map below) may also qualify for a discount.

Contact your insurance agent for more information.  They may request that you print this Tanker Shuttle Service Certificate for their records.

*Please note: this document is not in an accessible format.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

8 km range near Fire Station #1 and Fire Station #2

5 km range near Approved Water Supply Stations

Smoke and carbon monoxide combination alarms can be purchased at the Township Office in Maynard or at Station 1 in Maitland.

Locations:
Township Office
3560 County Road 26
Prescott, ON K0E 1T0

Station 1 – Maitland
1022 County Road 15
Maitland, ON K0E 1P0

Office Hours (Township Office):
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Closed on weekends and statutory holidays)

Pricing:
Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Combination Alarms – $45.00 each

Payment Methods:

• Township Office: Cash, debit, or email transfer accepted (credit cards not accepted)
• Station 1 (Maitland): Cash only

Having working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in your home is critical for early warning in an emergency — and required by law in all residences.

For questions about installation or alarm placement, please contact the Protective Services Department at 613-925-4231 ext. 206.

Becoming an on-call firefighter is more than responding to fires—it is about serving your community and making a meaningful difference. As a member of the Augusta Fire Department, you will:

• Contribute to the safety and well-being of residents
• Work as part of a dedicated and professional team
• Gain valuable training, skills, and experience in emergency response

As an on-call firefighter, you may be required to:

• Suppress and control fires
• Perform rescue operations and provide first aid
• Respond to motor vehicle collisions and hazardous material incidents
• Support fire prevention and community education programs
• Protect people, homes, and businesses across Augusta Township

If you are interested in joining the Augusta Fire Department please complete the Augusta Fire Rescue Application Form.

The Township of Augusta is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and professional workplace.