Meet our Members: Lawrence Floucault
This week on "Meet our Members", we interview Firefighter Lawrence Floucault
Was there a specific event that first interested you in becoming a firefighter?
I’ve been volunteering in my local community since I was a teenager, so I’ve always had a strong desire to give back. That commitment to service, combined with my love for challenges and working under pressure, naturally drew me toward the fire service. After university, I knew I wanted a career that was more hands-on, and firefighting was the clear choice. To support that goal, I earned my Primary Care Paramedic license and began serving as a paid-on-call firefighter in Ottawa, with the aim of becoming a full-time career firefighter. My wife and I later made the decision to move back to my hometown of Comox to raise our three daughters and be closer to family. I’m excited to get back into firefighting and continue serving the community.
Tell us about your family.
My parents are both originally from France and eventually settled in Comox, where I was born and raised. Growing up, I had the unique experience of spending my summers in France visiting extended family, which gave me a deep appreciation for my French roots. My wife, Whitney, and I are now raising our own family here in Comox. We have three beautiful daughters—Evelyn, Vera, and Zélie—who keep life busy, fun, and full of energy.
What is your regular “Day Job”?
What is your regular “Day Job”
I’m a high school teacher at Isfeld Secondary, where I teach in both the English and French Immersion programs. My subjects include science, math, basic First Aid, and a paramedic prerequisite course called Emergency Medical Responder, which aligns closely with my background in paramedicine and previous experience as a firefighter. It’s incredibly rewarding to bring real-world experience into the classroom and help prepare students with practical, life-saving skills. Outside the classroom, I also coach the junior boys’ and girls’ soccer teams. I find it incredibly rewarding to support students both academically and athletically.
Tell us about your passion in life
I’ve always had a deep love for the outdoors. Whether it’s climbing, mountaineering, skiing, mountain biking or golfing, I feel most alive when I’m active and outside. That passion for the outdoors led me to volunteer with Comox Valley Search and Rescue, where I volunteered for the past six years. Above all, my greatest passion is spending quality time with my wife and our three daughters travelling and experiencing new adventures together!
Tell us about the most amazing thing you have experienced so far in life.
It’s hard to beat the birth of your children! If I had to pick something noteworthy, I’d say being the first recorded winter ascent of Mt. Filberg (Vancouver Island) with two friends. This experience was a milestone for me because there were many challenges in route finding, mitigating avalanche hazard and because it had never been done before.
Do you have any fire service goals?
I’m proud to be a firefighter and to serve in my hometown. I’m committed to continually learning and developing my skills, and I plan to take full advantage of every opportunity I am offered to grow as a firefighter. With my background in education, I’d love to one day take on a leadership role with Comox Fire Rescue in whatever form that may take. I’m also eager to contribute through teaching, especially in emergency medical response, where my paramedic background can support the department and help my fellow firefighters sharpen their skills.
“Lawrence, we are very excited and happy to have you join our team, and we look forward to working and training with you." says Comox Fire Rescue's Chief Gord Schreiner.
