Chris Fernandes
Senior Project Manager, Capital Projects
Town of Stouffville
chris.fernandes@townofws.ca
Joint Station: Fire 5-2 Paramedic Response
The Town of Stouffville and The Regional Municipality of York have officially broke ground on a new joint Fire and Paramedic Response Station at 4902 Aurora Road in Ballantrae. The new Fire Station 5-2 and Paramedic Services Station 20 represents a collaborative investment between the Town and York Region to enhance emergency response services in Stouffville’s growing northern area.
Features of the New Facility
Size & Structure: The building will be about 18,500 sq ft with three fire bays and two ambulance bays to support 24/7 operations for both fire and paramedic crews.
Optimized Layout: The station will be purpose-built to enable quicker dispatch, improve emergency response times, and serve as a contemporary hub for training, operations, and community readiness.
Modern, Sustainable Design: The station is being designed to achieve LEED Silver certification for energy efficiency and sustainability.
State-of-the-Art Spaces: It will include modern crew facilities, space for equipment, improved response dispatch capabilities, and room for training and operations planning.
Project Benefits
Improved Emergency Response: The new location and facility are intended to improve emergency response times and provide more efficient service for both fire and paramedic teams.
Stronger Health & Safety Network: By co-locating fire and paramedic services, collaboration and resource sharing are improved, helping maintain high-quality patient care and public safety coverage across the region.
Community Safety & Growth: It supports the town’s growth and community safety needs with modern infrastructure built for long-term use.
Current Phase / Status
Site Servicing Phase: This phase prepares the property for construction by installing all essential underground infrastructure, including water, storm management systems, electrical, and fire protection services, along with on-site sanitary infrastructure.
This stage also includes rough grading, road base construction, and required inspections to ensure the site is fully operational for building activities. This critical phase establishes the foundation for safe, efficient construction and long-term reliability of the new station.
While the timing of this phase is heavily weather-dependent, the construction team will take advantage of all available opportunities to advance the work and identify efficiencies to complete the phase as quickly as possible.
York Region and the Town of Stouffville are building safer, stronger and more resilient communities for today and for generations to come. Construction will be led by Pegah Construction Limited, with architectural design by Thomas Brown Architects Inc.
The total project cost is approximately $14.5 million, with funding shared between the Town and the Region. Substantial completion is expected in fall 2027.
Progress Update:
- Excavation for the stormwater tanks is ongoing and progressing in phases.
- Installation of the stormwater tanks is underway in the southeast portion of the site, following excavation and site preparation activities.
- Retaining wall construction is continuing in the southeast corner of the site and will progress northward.
- Retaining wall construction in the southwest corner will commence once work on the east side is complete.
- Granular material has been stockpiled on-site, and backfilling operations are currently in progress.
- Installation of the engineered pad is currently in the early stages.
Contact:
Timeline:
Initiation
Joint Station: Fire 5-2 & Paramedic Response has finished this stage
- Identify the need for a new Fire Hall and Paramedic Station to support emergency response in the community
- Confirm the project location, overall goals, and secure initial approvals
Planning
Joint Station: Fire 5-2 & Paramedic Response has finished this stage
- Create a project plan that outlines timing, budget, and key milestones
- Complete studies and approvals needed to prepare a vacant site for development
Design
Joint Station: Fire 5-2 & Paramedic Response has finished this stage
- Design a modern facility that supports emergency response, staff safety, and future community needs
- Incorporate sustainable and energy-efficient features into the building design
Site Servicing & Preparation
Joint Station: Fire 5-2 & Paramedic Response is currently at this stage
- Bring services such as water, sewer, power, and access roads to the site
- Prepare the land through grading and site work to get it ready for construction
Construction
- Build the Fire Hall and Paramedic Station structure and vehicle bays
- Continue to monitor safety, quality, and progress throughout construction
Interior Fit-Out
- Complete interior spaces including vehicle bays, living areas, training rooms, and workspaces
- Install equipment, technology, and building systems needed for daily operations
Completion: Fall 2027
- Finish final inspections and prepare the building for occupancy
- Open the new Fire Hall and Paramedic Station for service to the community
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