Firefighter Aptitude Test Prep Built for Ontario
Prepare for OFAI FACT, FSO/CPS, and Municipal Firefighter Aptitude Tests
Prepare for OFAI, FSO, and municipal aptitude tests with realistic questions, timed simulations, and detailed explanations.
ONE PAYMENT. TWELVE MONTHS. FULL ACCESS.
12 months full access · 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
- Unlimited attempts for 12 months
- 14-day money-back guarantee
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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 and performance tracking for $57.
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.
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.
Practice Tests and Simulations for Ontario Firefighter Aptitude Testing
Train with the exact question types you'll face on CPS and FACT exams across Ontario.
Memory
Prep for CPS-style tests that include recall (not on the OFAI FACT).
Reading Comprehension
Incident reports, policy excerpts, and SOP passages with timed comprehension questions.
Mechanical Reasoning
Pulleys, levers, gears, hydraulics. Prep for CPS-style formats that test mechanical reasoning (not on the OFAI FACT).
Math & Calculations
Fractions, ratios, algebra, calculations, and word problems at exam difficulty.
Spatial Reasoning
Rotations, mirrored shapes, and 3D folding tasks | prep for CPS-style formats that include spatial items (not on the OFAI FACT).
Maps & Diagrams
Street grids, hydrant placement, building schematics, and route-finding under time pressure.
Know exactly where you stand
Every test attempt is scored by section and tracked over time. You see your weak spots instantly. No spreadsheets,. No guesswork.
Focusing here is the fastest way to lift your overall score. Strongest is Reading at 100%.
Consistency is what separates candidates who pass from those who don't.
Real metrics on every attempt — not vanity badges.
14-day money-back guarantee
Premium 12-month access. Not satisfied? Get a full refund within 14 days.
Built for Canada
Original material written for Canadian FACT and CPS-style testing, not repurposed US content.
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 only. The PDFs were unreliable. So I made what we wished we'd had. Realistic questions, real timing pressure, and clear analytics. Designed for Ontario hiring.
- Adam
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