The History & The Vision
Uxbridge Fire Brigade
The Uxbridge Fire Brigade was formed in 1874, following a year that saw three significant fires in town. Over the last 145 years the fire department has served the township with distinction and pride.
The Big Fire
While the technology, equipment, station and apparatus have changed, Uxbridge Firefighters remain a volunteer fire department, and are still highly trained, highly dedicated members of the community who are prepared to drop everything to respond to the alarm as they continuously meet their mission to “save lives and protect property and the environment from fires and other hazardous situations”
Honouring 550 Members
An opportunity to share the rich history of the department publically and bring awareness to those who have been, and are dedicated to serving and protecting residents and visitors of the Township. The physical and emotional toll on the firefighter can at times be great; and the Firefighter Memorial Statue and Garden will provide a community focal point where one can reflect upon the commitment and sacrifice that firefighters make on a daily basis.
150 Years
Many things have evolved and changed over the 150 year tenure of the Uxbridge Fire Department, but what hasn’t changed is the commitment of the firefighters to serve and protect our citizens. What an incredible legacy of service!
With the upcoming milestone of 150 years, the Uxbridge Firefighters Association (UFA) is seizing upon an opportunity to honour the history and legacy of this service with the Uxbridge Firefighters Memorial Statue.
Memorial
For several years the UFA has wanted to create a memorial honouring their fallen. The fire hall’s new location has the appropriate space to make this happen.
Garden
There is also an opportunity to create an attractive garden area at a key gateway from the west when entering our town.
Community
The memorial will be a perfect way to integrate the firehall into the community by providing an area of reflection and rest near the trail system, the museum and the dog park.
THE TRAIL SYSTEM
The Firefighter Memorial will be conveniently located adjacent to the Uxbridge trail system. The Quaker trail wends its way around Quaker Village and can be accessed east of the fire hall driveway entrance. Trail users will be able to enjoy the benches and tranquility provided by the memorial garden.