Emergency Preparedness for Residents of Ottawa

Emergency Medical Services (Ambulances)

Superior Water Shuttle Accreditation

Prior to amalgamation, the Insurance Advisory Organization (I.A.O) certified all the fire services of Cumberland, Osgoode, Nepean, Rideau, Gouldbourn, Kanata and West Carleton with Superior Water Accreditation. Superior Water shuttle Accreditation is awarded to departments that demonstrate the ability to deliver a minimum of 200 gallons of water for a minimum of 2 hours and by doing so are considered as a "hydrant equivalent" for insurance purposes. The accreditation applies to residential dwellings within 8 kilometres of a fire station and commercial classifications class 7 within 5 kilometres of a fire station.

Post amalgamation, the I.A.O. determined that all areas of the New City of Ottawa would be considered as meeting the Superior Water Shuttle Accreditation.

Most insurance companies recognize the accreditation in calculating insurance premiums. However, it is in the best interest of the property owner to ensure their insurance agent is recognizing the accreditation and providing a competitive rate.