Temporary fire-paramedic station opens in Waverley West

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A temporary fire-paramedic station opened Thursday in Waverley West, aiming to improve emergency response times in the growing community.

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The station, located at 130 Eaglewood Dr., will house a fire engine and a four-person fire/rescue crew, along with an ambulance and two-person paramedic crew.

“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 in a release. “That’s why we’re opening this new fire-paramedic station today, and why our preliminary 2025 budget makes significant investments in public safety.”

The new station is part of the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service’s (WFPS) strategy to address the increasing demands of the city’s growing population. The temporary modular station will remain operational until the permanent station is completed.

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“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.”

The modular station is a key part of WFPS’s 2020 Strategic Direction, designed to improve service delivery across Winnipeg by using adaptable infrastructure. The station’s location and capacity will help reduce emergency response times for residents of Waverley West.

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“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 built with modular parts, allowing it to be disassembled and relocated when no longer needed in the area.

“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 for the new station will be held on January 11, 2025, with an invitation for media and residents to visit.

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