The Dashwood Volunteer Fire Department was formed in 1984 by a dedicated group of community members who felt a strong passion to have a safer community. Today that passion is still alive and the tradition of keep our community safe is forefront with all our members. Today the Dashwood Volunteer Fire Department has 40 dedicated volunteers operating out of two stratigicly placed fire stations, and is under the direction of a Career Fire Chief Nick Acciavatti and Deputy Fire Chief Dan Francouer. Our dedicated members respond to an average of 150 calls of help from our community and surrounding communities.
The Ontario Native Fire Fighters Society (Onffs) Was Established In 1987 And In September Of 1990, (Onffs) Was Incorporated. This Nonprofit Organization Is Designed To Promote Fire Protection, Provide Training And Education With Regard To Fire Prevention, And To Coordinate Activities Regarding All Aspects And Initiatives Of The Fire Services Program. The Onffs Has Provided Fire Protection In Citizens Lives And Personal And Private Property Through Its Memberships Growth. The Onffs Is Committed To This Continued Growth And Its Increased Protection. The Increased Expertise, In Fire Fighting And Protection Of First Nation Communities Is Continuing. However, An Effort To Increase The Capacity Further Is Necessary And Essential.
Water Conservation ProgramMunicipal water restrictions are in place from May 1st to September 30th every year. View the Water Conservation Program notice .History of ZorraZorra Township has been lucky enough to have many dedicated residents working to compile books that capture the rich history of Zorra. Click here for details on the history books available for purchase .Save AJ Baker School!One of Zorra's elementary schools is facing possible closure. Please do what you can to help.