Ontario Community Emergency Assistance Program
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Record #:
NLD0893
Last Modified:
05 May 2025
Last Full Update:
02 May 2025
Description
| Description (Service) | The Ontario Community Emergency Assistance Program (OCEAP) provides recruiting, training and deploying volunteers when requested by emergency services such as police, fire or ems.
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Service Details
| Hours | Mon-Sun 24 hours |
| Areas Served | Northumberland County |
| Eligibility | Volunteers: Minimum 19 years of age
Vulnerable sector screening clearance Class G drivers license and reliable vehicle Capable of responding to Port Hope or Cobourg within 90 minutes of an emergency call Standard First Aid and CPR level C Ability to work in a paramilitary command structure Dedicate the time to respond to call outs, training and events [ 6-8 hours per month] Members must purchase their own uniform and kit within their first year [ approx. $300 ] |
| Application | Contact local emergency services or dial 911. OCEAP can only be deployed through police, fire or EMS. Teams can be activated on a 7/24/365 basis |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
Address and Location
| Located In Community | Cobourg |
| Address & Map | PO Box 663 Cobourg, ON Canada K9A 4R5 |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable |
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 289-629-1538, non-emergency |
| Crisis Phone | 911 |
| ckimball@oceap.ca | |
| Website | www.oceap.ca/ |
| Social Media |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oceapnorthumberland |
| Mailing Address | PO Box 663 Cobourg, ON Canada K9A 4R5 |