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WINNIPEG FIRE PARAMEDIC SERVICE

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WFPS advertises all of its positions on winnipeg.ca/fps/careers. No open firefighter competition was visible when this was checked. Applicants must already hold Firefighting Level II, and the physical standard is the University of Manitoba fitness evaluation.

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Last checked September 5, 2026Source

A combined fire and paramedic service, so medical prerequisites are often part of the process.

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NFPA1001 Fire Knowledge (Jones & Bartlett)

WFPS Fire General Knowledge Written Assessment

We do not know which written exam this department uses. Nothing below should be treated as confirmed — check the department's current job posting or HR page.

Format
Written assessment based on Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills, 4th Edition (Jones and Bartlett)
Scoring
Pass/fail at the recruitment stage. Once hired, recruits must reach 80% on each WFPS written examination during orientation
Administered by
Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service

Prep priority

This is a fire knowledge exam, not a generic aptitude test — study the named textbook rather than reasoning drills

Source: Taken from the City of Winnipeg WFPS Firefighter Application Manual. Confirm against the current recruitment package before applying.

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Physical requirements

Canadian Physical Fitness Evaluation, University of Manitoba

Cost
At the candidates expense
Note
Arranged by WFPS with the U of M Physical Education Department. One attempt only.
Attempts
Pass or fail, one attempt only, no exceptions
Validity
Must be completed within 6 months prior to the start date of employment
Accepted tests
Canadian Physical Fitness Evaluation Certificate from the University of Manitoba, arranged by WFPS with the U of M Physical Education Department

Source: City of Winnipeg WFPS Firefighter Application Manual.

Questions candidates ask

Does Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service use CPAT?

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