Back to SearchThe Township of West Lincoln is pleased to announce that, after a comprehensive recruitment process, Tim Hofsink has accepted the position of Fire Chief/Community Emergency Management Coordinator.
Hofsink joined West Lincoln Fire and Emergency Services in 1996 as a volunteer firefighter, where he moved up through the ranks and became Deputy Fire Chief in 2018. He also served as Acting Fire Chief for a combined 16 months in 2023 and 2024.
Hofsink holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Justice and Public Safety from the University of Guelph Humber, Fire Officer Level 3 designation from the National Fire Protection Association, Community Emergency Management Coordinator designation from the Ontario Fire College, along with Fire Prevention and Fire Investigator certifications.
Hofsink replaces Dennis Fisher, who retired on April 25 after 32 years with the Township, the last 18 of which he served as Fire Chief. The Township sends warm gratitude to Dennis for his sacrifice and service to our community and sincere congratulations on his retirement.
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“As we know, Tim has big shoes to fill taking on this role after the retirement of our long-time Fire Chief, Dennis Fisher. I wish to thank Dennis for his 32 years of commitment to West Lincoln and to the Fire Service. He will definitely be missed, but he is leaving us in good hands. I am certain Tim will provide strong and excellent leadership to the team, and I look forward to the opportunity to work more closely with him.”
-Cynthia Summers, Director, Community and Protective Services
“I am eager to work with the incredible Fire Services team we have built in West Lincoln and to lead us through the coming years of growth. I consider myself fortunate to have worked with and been mentored by Dennis. He demonstrated the value and importance of fostering relationships and connecting with the community, and I look forward to continue building upon the impressive legacy he has left.”
-Tim Hofsink, Fire Chief/Community Emergency Management Coordinator
Media Contact:
Beth Audet, Communications Specialistbaudet@westlincoln.ca
905-957-3346 ext. 6737
289-244-9069
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