About us

Our differentiators

Canadian Made

Support Canadian manufacturers that provide services tailored to your station's needs.

Family Run

We take pride in our personal touch, unwavering commitment, and family-driven service.

One stop shop

Outfit your fire station with top-quality apparatus and equipment—all in one place, with trusted service to support you.

our history

1975

Our first logo, to mark the beginning of Dependable’s journey as a trusted repair centre for trucks and tanks.

1980

Opening Dependable Fire Equipment to serve as the one-stop shop for all fire station needs.

1980

Dependable manufactured its first pumper.

1980

The second logo symbolizes Dependable’s move to its new home on Clarence Street.

1995

A new logo was created to reflect Dependable’s growth over the years and highlight the synergy between Truck and Tank and Emergency vehicles.

2020

Opening of the showroom across from the manufacturing centre,
serving as a sales office and a showcase for our trucks.

2023

Opening of our laser centre to meet production demands and better serve our market.

2023

Opening of Keltic North and Tank service centres in North Bay and Woodstock, Ontario, to provide service locations across the province.

2024

Opening of our East Coast location in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, to provide a satellite service hub for our customers.

2025

Celebrating 50 years of Dependable, a bCanadian company known for its commitment to quality and service.

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS THAT LAST

Dependable Emergency Vehicles builds high-quality, cost-effective emergency vehicles that have been proven in the emergency response industry for over 40 years. It was founded in 1975 and is, as it began, a family-operated business. 

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Our outstanding dedication and unsurpassed quality have led us to be one of the largest emergency vehicle manufacturing facilities in Canada. Through the combined efforts of the engineering department, sales team, mechanical service technicians, and the rest of the Dependable family, we ensure our designs meet the needs of your department and your apparatus is built to last.

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Whether you are looking for a commercial or custom apparatus, we ensure high quality and professionalism throughout your experience with us! With three locations in Ontario and a dedicated team of more than 60 employees, we are always ready to serve you. Contact us to discuss your emergency vehicle needs.

Our Services

We have built a long-standing reputable company that produces quality products, providing full service and exceptional repairs. Long after your purchase, our service continues. Dependable Emergency Vehicles has a 40-bay, full-service repair facility for bodywork, painting, refurbishing, and truck repairs.

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At Dependable Emergency Vehicles, we take pride in our highly skilled and qualified technicians who make every service and maintenance request a positive experience. Fully licensed and EVT certified, our service department is ready and capable of servicing any make or model, and our fully-stocked service vehicles allow for convenient on-site repairs.