This site is to inform members of our community , the purpose and function of the Mill Bay Fire Department. We hope to provide a brief history, current functions, and community events that we are proud to sponsor. Local Forest Hazard Rating as of October 7, 2011 for the South Cowichan Valley Campfires Permitted An open fire that burns piled material no larger than 0.5 m in height and 0.5 m in width and is used by any person for recreational purpose, or by a first nation for a ceremonial purpose. Open Fires Permitted An open fire, excluding a campfire, that burns piled material no larger than two metres high and three metres wide, or grass over an area less than 0.2 hectares (2000 square metres) in size. IMPORTANT NOTICE: "Open Fires" larger  than 2m x 3m; or any machine-stacked landclearing piles. The Cowichan Valley Regional District now has a new bylaw in place concerning this type of burning.  All burns must be registered with the CVRD Public Safety Department prior to ignition.  Please visit their website for important details. CVRD / Burning Regulations or call CVRD Recycling Hotline at 250-746-2540 or toll free 1-800-665-3955. ADMINISTRATION HOURS Sundays 9:00 to 13:00 / Wednesdays 15:00 to 21:30 Phone: (250) 743-5563 Fire Chief Terry Culp Deputy Chief Ron Beck Fire Prevention Officer Capt. Jeff Miller Training Officer Capt. Ed Albury Station #1 - Mill Bay 2675 Lodgepole Rd. Station #2 - Cobble Hill 1171 Hutchinson Rd.