What We Do
Practical Fire Service Consulting for Ontario Municipalities
We work alongside fire service leaders and municipal staff to find real-world solutions — right-sized for your community.
Our Focus
Kenyon Advisory Group focuses on what actually works in the field. Every engagement is tailored to the size, budget, and operational realities of your municipality — so our guidance is practical from day one.
We keep things straightforward and grounded in decades of frontline fire service experience across Ontario.
Operational Reviews
An honest, experienced look at how your fire service is functioning day to day.
- Assessment of service delivery, staffing, and response capabilities
- Review of apparatus, equipment, and station infrastructure
- Identification of gaps, risks, and practical improvement opportunities
- Plain-language findings report with actionable recommendations
Policy & Bylaw Development
Clear, workable policies that reflect how your service actually operates.
- Drafting of fire service bylaws and policies
- Standard operating guidelines aligned with Ontario legislation
- Plain-language, user-friendly documents that staff can easily apply
- Review of existing policies for gaps or outdated provisions
Staffing & Scheduling Guidance
Practical advice on staffing models that fit your community's needs and budget.
- Review of current staffing levels and shift configurations
- Guidance on volunteer and composite staffing models
- Scheduling structures that balance coverage and cost
- Succession planning, recruitment, and retention strategies
Fire Prevention & Public Education
Building programs that make a real difference in your community's safety.
- Review and development of fire prevention programs
- Public education initiatives tailored to your community
- Inspection program guidance and compliance support
- Community risk reduction strategies
Strategic Planning Support
Right-sized planning that helps your fire service set clear priorities and move forward with confidence.
- Facilitated planning sessions with fire service leadership and council
- Priority-setting and goal development scaled to your community's capacity and resources
- Budget and resource planning guidance
- Support presenting recommendations to council
Not Sure Where to Start?
Every municipality is different. Get in touch and we'll have a straightforward conversation about what your fire service needs.