Yellowknife Fire Division is a full-time fire department located in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada with full-time firefighters.^[3] The department was established in February 1943.^[1] Their staff consists of a fire chief, two deputy chiefs, and thirty-six full-time members, composed of four captains, four lieutenants and twenty-eight firefighters. They operate on a four-platoon system that consists of eight staff.^[3]

In 2022, the department responded to 5,982 calls, down 28.9 per cent from the average of 7,712 between 2017 and 2021.^[4][5][6][7] The services provided incorporate public education initiatives, fire inspections, preplanning, fire suppression, emergency medical response and additional specialized services in auto extrication, hazmat, confined space, water/ice rescue.^[1] The Fire Department provides important emergency services to the citizens of Yellowknife and the surrounding area.^[8]

According to the Yellowknife Fire Division the following are the minimum requirements to join:

• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Level 2
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Primary Care Paramedic (PCP)
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Level C
• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Adult
• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Pediatric
• Northwest Territories Class 3 Driver's License with Air Brake Endorsement
• Physically fit with the ability to pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
• The ability to positively interact with team members and the community we serve
  — Yellowknife Fire Division^[8]

As of November 2023, the chief is Nelson Johnson, deputy chief of operations is Rob Andrews, and deputy chief of safety and training is Seann May.^[2]