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Firefighter Salary in Ontario 2026: What You'll Earn, From Probationary to First Class
What Ontario firefighters earn in 2026: starting pay, first-class salaries in Toronto, Brampton and Mississauga, hourly rates and Sunshine List data, explained.
The OFAI Candidate Testing Process, Stage by Stage (2026 Guide)
Every OFAI testing stage explained: the FACT, hearing, vision, treadmill, FPAT, technical skills and swim test, with 2026 fees, validity and retest rules.
Which Firefighter Aptitude Test Does Your City Use? A 2026 City-by-City Guide
See which aptitude test Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, Halifax, Vancouver, Calgary and more fire departments use in 2026, checked against official hiring pages.
How to Prepare for the FACT Exam: A Canadian Firefighter Candidate's Complete Guide
A complete preparation guide for the FACT — what the test covers, when to start, how to structure your study, what to do on test day, and how to recover if you fail.
FACT vs CPS: Which Canadian Firefighter Aptitude Test Should You Prepare For?
A direct comparison of the FACT and CPS — Ontario's two most common firefighter aptitude tests. Sections, scoring, departments that use each, and how to know which one your target department will require.