For Immediate Release
FIRE CHIEF APPOINTMENT
The Town of Oliver is pleased to announce the hiring of Ash Regner as Fire Chief for the Oliver and District Fire Department effective December 19, 2024.
Mr. Regner has provided over 15 years of emergency response service in Oliver, BC. Within the Oliver and District Fire Department, Mr. Regner has served as a Firefighter from 2014-2019, Captain from 2019-2023, and currently is the Deputy Fire Chief responsible for Operations.
“Council is pleased to appoint Ash Regner as Fire Chief,” Mayor Martin Johansen said. “Mr. Regner’s skills and extensive experience have significantly benefited the Oliver and District Fire Department and will continue to enhance the delivery of fire protection services in our community.”
As Fire Chief of the Oliver and District Fire Department, Mr. Regner will lead a department comprised of 34 paid on call members. He will be responsible for the management and administration of the Fire Department, fire suppression, fire prevention operations and programs, and related emergency services.
“It is an honour to accept the position as Fire Chief for the Town of Oliver,” Mr. Regner said. “I look forward to leading and supporting an amazing group of Paid on Call professionals as we strive to provide the residents of Oliver, the Oliver Rural Fire Protection District as well as the Osoyoos Indian Band with the high level of service and care that they have come to expect and deserve.”
Inquiries:
Town of Oliver
250 485 6200
