Firefighter Aptitude Test Prep Built for Ontario
Prepare for OFAI FACT, FSO/CPS, and Municipal Firefighter Aptitude Tests
Prep with 700+ original FACT and CPS questions, realistic timed simulations, clear explanations, study tools, and progress tracking built for Ontario applicants.
Passed because of this.
Having the practice exam mode really helped me the most. Passed my aptitude test at FSO first try!
I tried a couple other sites to prep for the FSO test but none of them matched the actual difficulty. Firefighter Academy was closest to the CPS questions on the test.
I knew going in I needed to spend a lot more time on the math/reading comprehension. Was able to pass first attempt at OFAI.
Walk in confident. Know exactly where you're strong and where to drill before test day.
Testimonials reflect individual experiences. Results vary and are not a guarantee of a passing score, an interview, or employment.
Learn the concepts. Practice the questions. Know what to study next.
Explore study lessons, apply what you learn, and review your practice results. All within Firefighter Academy.
Learn the method
Build your understanding with theory, formulas, step-by-step methods, and worked examples.
Practice with explanations
Apply what you’ve learned to exam-style questions, then review explanations that walk you through the answer.
Know where to focus
See your performance by section and identify the areas that need more practice.
ONE PAYMENT. TWELVE MONTHS. FACT & CPS PREP.
12 months of FACT and CPS aptitude prep · One payment · No subscription.
12-Month Full Access
12 months full access · One payment · No subscription
- 700+ Ontario-specific practice questions
- Full FACT + CPS question banks
- Timed simulation exams in a realistic test format
- Section-by-section analytics dashboard
- Weakest area tracking and study streak
- Review and practise your missed questions
- FACT and CPS content updates during your access period
- Unlimited attempts for 12 months
- 14-day money-back guarantee
Build confidence before test day with focused practice.
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FACT vs. CPS: Which firefighter aptitude test are you taking?
Ontario firefighter applicants most commonly encounter one of two aptitude tests. They assess some overlapping abilities, but their content, administration and scoring are significantly different.
Firefighter Aptitude and Character Test
Commonly administered through OFAI or participating municipal recruitment processes
The FACT may be administered through different authorized testing processes. In Ontario, many candidates complete it through OFAI as the Stage One written assessment, while some municipalities or recruitment processes may arrange FACT testing directly.
- Reading Ability — 15 questions
- Mathematical Reasoning — 15 questions
- Map Reading — 10 questions
- Writing Ability — 10 questions
- Personal Characteristics — 60 questions
FACT results are issued as pass or fail. Candidates are not provided with a numerical score, and municipalities are generally only provided confirmation that the candidate passed.
CPS Firefighter Entry-Level Test
Most commonly administered in Ontario through Firefighter Services of Ontario
The CPS Firefighter Entry-Level aptitude examination is published by CPS HR. In Ontario, candidates most commonly encounter it through Firefighter Services of Ontario, also known as FSO or FireOntario. Some municipalities may administer or arrange CPS testing through another process.
- Understanding oral information
- Reading comprehension
- Mathematical ability
- Mechanical aptitude
FSO currently requires a minimum score of 70% to receive a passing grade. Candidates generally receive a percentage-based result. Depending on the municipality and recruitment process, aptitude scores may also be considered competitively or used to rank candidates — not simply treated as pass or fail.
Not sure which test your department requires? Review the latest Ontario firefighter recruitment postings.
Prepare for either test
Full Access includes both the FACT and CPS question banks, timed simulations, detailed explanations, missed-question review and performance tracking. Visit the pricing page for current pricing.
Test formats, scoring procedures and municipal requirements can change. Always confirm the current requirements in the recruitment posting or with the testing provider. Firefighter Academy is an independent preparation platform and is not affiliated with OFAI, CPS HR, Firefighter Services of Ontario or any municipality.
Practice every skill your test may cover
Question types from the CPS and FACT tests used across Ontario.
Math
Fractions, ratios, word problems.
Reading Comprehension
Reports, policies, SOP passages.
Writing
Grammar, spelling, clarity.
Human Relations
Judgment and teamwork scenarios.
Maps & Diagrams
Street grids and route-finding.
Memory
Recall for CPS-style tests.
Mechanical Reasoning
Pulleys, levers, gears (CPS).
Spatial Reasoning
Rotations and folding (CPS-style).
Built by people who've been in that room.
I built Firefighter Academy because we couldn't find prep that actually matched the Ontario tests we took. The books were outdated. The apps were for U.S applicants. The PDFs were brutal to study with. So I made what I wished I had. Realistic questions, real timing pressure, study resources, and clear analytics. Designed for Ontario hiring.
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