The SIM erects commemorative monuments to pay tribute to the 129 Montréal firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty since the middle of the 19th century.

View the most frequently asked questions concerning the occupation of firefighter with the Service de sécurité incendie de Montréal.

Montréal firefighters intent on moving up within the organization have interesting opportunities for professional development. The following is an example of a potential career path.

In addition to receiving competitive remuneration, SIM firefighters are entitled to considerable benefits.

Once a firefighter candidate's hire is confirmed, the candidate begins his assignment at the SIM with an orientation and training period.

Several steps must be taken before becoming a Montréal firefighter.

The Service de sécurité incendie de Montréal's many teams allow it to adequately meet current needs across its territory.

In this section, you'll find the training and requirements needed to become a firefighter in Montréal.

See the following page for more on general hiring and working conditions for blue and white collar positions as well as professional or management positions.

Learn more about being a firefighter.

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Find out more about the position of communications centre operator, as well as the general hiring and working conditions.

The Service de sécurité incendie de Montréal (SIM) offers a variety of exciting careers in which you can realize your fullest potential.

The following safety requirements apply to any outdoor religious ceremony involving the public and using a flame.

The following safety requirements apply to any handling of flames for artistic or theatrical purposes during a special event.

The following safety requirements apply to any fire designed for a gathering of people in celebration of a temporary special event (bonfire).

The following safety requirements apply to any fire designed for a gathering of people in celebration of a temporary special event (bonfire).

The following safety requirements apply to any use of fireworks reserved for certified pyrotechnicians that are installed in the centre of a table to produce visual effects during a special event.

The following safety requirements apply to any use of fireworks reserved for certified fireworks handlers to produce visual and audio effects during a special event.

The following safety requirements apply to any use of fireworks reserved for certified display supervisors to produce visual and audio effects during a fireworks display.