Our Vancouver Fire Department 2026–2029 Strategic Plan: A Safe and Prepared Community charts our course for improving public safety and emergency services throughout our service area for the next four years. The invaluable insights provided by our sworn/civilian personnel, public safety partners, city leaders, and community members have helped to ensure that this plan reflects the priorities of those we serve.

Our key strategic priorities are:

• Improving public safety and the delivery of emergency services
• Strengthening disaster preparedness, response, and community resilience capabilities
• Promoting healthy, supportive workplaces for all employees
• Building a respectful, accountable organizational culture
• Unifying efforts with our public safety partners while teaming closely with our community
• Investing in employee training, professional development, and leadership
• Capitalizing on innovation and technology

Ultimately, our vision is to become a regional leader in emergency response while continuing to protect lives and property throughout our community. Our future success hinges on the contributions of our most vital resource; our people. Through our collective efforts and continued pursuit of excellence, we believe that our VFD team will solidify the VFD as a leader in the provision of emergency services throughout the region.

VFD Vision

To Be the Regional Leader in Public Safety and Emergency Services, Forging Unified Partnerships, and Safeguarding Our Community

VFD Mission

To Preserve Life, Protect Property, and Ensure a Safe, Prepared Community

VFD Core Values

Service: Compassionate Dedication to Our Community; Prioritizing Emergency Preparedness, Prevention, Response, and Recovery

Engagement: Individual and Collective Contributions that Enhance Our Services

Respect: Appreciation for the Value of Diversity in People, Perspectives, and Beliefs

Vision: Inclusive, Participative Leadership at All Levels; Empowering Innovation

Integrity: Principled Behavior and Professional Performance That Aligns with Our Values

Collaboration: Regional Partnerships That Advance Our Public Safety Services

Excellence: Relentless Pursuit of the Highest Standards and Exemplary Services

Safety: In Every Operation; at Every Incident