TWO TRUCKS. ONE EPIC SHOWDOWN! — OTTAWA FIRE TRUCK PULL 2025 ADDS THRILLING HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPETITION
OTTAWA, THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 – The Ottawa Fire Truck Pull roars back on Saturday, September 27, 2025, and this year brings an electrifying new format: two Ottawa Fire Services trucks will be pulled in a thrilling high-stakes head-to-head showdown to crown the fastest and fiercest team.
For the first time in event history, every matchup will feature two trucks pulled side-by-side, adding a pulse-pounding dimension of speed and strategy to the competition. Two trucks, two teams, one finish line. This new format promises non-stop action as strength, teamwork, and determination collide in a dramatic race to the finish. Fans and teams alike can expect intense excitement as only one team earns bragging rights as the ultimate Ottawa Fire Truck Pull champions.
“This new head-to-head format will bring a whole new level of energy to the competition,” said Antony Cooper, Director of Operations and Marketing. “Instead of competing only against the clock, teams will be going head-to-head from the very start — the atmosphere at Lansdowne is going to be electric.”
Event Details:
When: Saturday, September 27, 2025. Team check-in begins at 12:30 PM; competition kicks off at 2:00 PM
Where: Lansdowne Park, Aberdeen Plaza, Ottawa, Ontario
Why It Matters
Now in its latest edition, the Ottawa Fire Truck Pull continues to fuse fun, physical challenge, and community spirit. Teams of ten demonstrate their grit by pulling a 10+ tonne fire truck 100 feet. The introduction of the head-to-head competition elevates the event to the region’s most thrilling showdown.
Supporting Two Vital Charities
This year’s Pull will raise funds for both Epilepsy Ottawa, the sole agency in the region solely dedicated to serving the 10,000+ people living with epilepsy through support, education, and advocacy, and the Ottawa First Responders Foundation (OFRF), which provides critical mental health and resilience resources for Ottawa’s police, fire, paramedic personnel, veterans, retirees, and families.
Signature Challenges
This year, all categories will feature the new head-to-head format, doubling the excitement for participants and spectators alike. Teams of ten will test their might against each other and across a variety of spirited categories, including:
Shawn Mathieson First Responder Challenge – Teams with ≥50% first responders or trainees race to pull the truck fastest
Armed Forces Challenge – For teams with ≥50% Canadian Armed Forces members or trainees
Coast to Coast Open Challenge – A nationwide competition pitting cities, provinces and territories against each other in a national showdown
Beast Mode Invitational Challenge – Past champions from across the country go head-to-head
Plus traditional Women’s, Mixed, and Open divisions
How to Get Involved
Register a team: Gather 10 people and raise a minimum of $1,000 (just $100 per person)
Cheer them on: Join the crowd at Lansdowne and witness the most exciting Ottawa Fire Truck Pull yet
Aditional Quote
“We’re thrilled to introduce the head-to-head competition this year. With two fire trucks in motion at the same time, the crowd will be on its feet all afternoon,” added Cooper. “It’s a true celebration of community spirit, strength, and support for two incredible causes, Epilepsy Ottawa and the Ottawa First Responders Foundation.”
The event will culminate with winners from each Challenge advancing to a final pull for the ultimate bragging rights of being the BEST of the BEST in Canada! Media and Public Participation Encouraged
The Ottawa Fire Truck Pull, presented by ODBF, has grown into a dynamic community event that attracts participation from businesses, emergency services, military organizations, fitness groups, and everyday residents.