Winnipeg, MB – The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service’s (WFPS) new temporary modular station in Waverley West will be operational starting today, Thursday, December 19, 2024.
“Fast-growing communities like Waverley West need strong fire, paramedic, and police services to ensure residents get the help they need, when they need it most,” said Mayor Scott Gillingham. “That’s why we’re opening this new fire-paramedic station today, and why our preliminary 2025 budget makes significant investments in public safety.”
A fire engine and four-person fire/rescue crew, and an ambulance and two-person paramedic crew will now operate out of the station, located at 130 Eaglewood Dr.
“This new temporary fire-paramedic station is a vital step toward enhancing emergency response times in Waverley West as we work toward completing the permanent station,” said Vivian Santos, Chairperson of the Standing Policy Committee on Community Services. “By investing in innovative solutions like modular infrastructure, we are ensuring that our fire and paramedic services can meet the growing needs of our community today while planning for the future. This project exemplifies the forward-thinking approach outlined in the WFPS 2020 Strategic Direction, helping us deliver efficient, reliable, and adaptable emergency services across Winnipeg.”
This new station will reduce emergency response times in Waverley West until the permanent station can be completed. This station is one outcome of WFPS’ 2020 Strategic Direction, a plan to meet Winnipeg’s current and future fire and paramedic service needs.
“Residents of Waverley West are thrilled to be welcoming the WFPS crew to their new home in the heart of our rapidly growing community,” said Janice Lukes, Councillor for Waverley West.
The temporary station is made of modular parts that can be disassembled and reassembled in another location when it is no longer required in Waverley West.
“WFPS continues to use innovation to meet the needs of the community with the resources we have,” said Christian Schmidt, Fire and Paramedic Chief, WFPS. “Cutting down response times will make a difference for residents when they need help, and using a temporary structure to get this done is good for everyone.”
An official commissioning ceremony will be held on January 11, 2025, and media and residents will be invited to visit the new station at that time.
Exterior photos of the new station are available for media use.