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May 2, 2019 |
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Red Deer Emergency Services in Alberta is now the only department in the world with four accreditations in fire and medical services. The department was recognized for receiving the Emergency Fire Dispatch Accredited Centre of Excellence accreditation at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. on April 24.
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With back-to-back record wildfire years in B.C., Sasquatch Trail resident Denis Thompson is doing everything he can to protect his and his neighbour’s property. Thompson is setting the example for locals, joining the B.C. FireSmart initiative to co-ordinate and integrate resources across different agencies.
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Associate editor Jayson Koblun spoke with Shayne Mintz, the Canadian regional director of the NFPA, about several ways the legalization of cannabis in Canada will challenge the fire industry in our latest podcast launching the first week in May. Check out some great previously released podcasts in the meantime here!
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Whether they show it or not, everyone is affected by trauma and stress on the emergency scene. This stress can lead to anxiety, depression, and even suicide.
This live classroom presentation documents Daniel Mills’ own journey, his out-of-control spiral, and ongoing recovery. Daniel shares his story as a way to help others through what can often be a very difficult career – mentally and emotionally.
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Firefighter and personal trainer Sean Kingswell wrote in the April issue of Canadian Firefighter why firefighters should stick to long-term fitness plans. He adds that the best-laid program has no bearing if it is not being done.
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Maybe you have never needed to officially work out because you were already active in a sport that kept you strong and your cardio challenged. If your ability to maintain that activity has been reduced, a physical job like fire fighting requires you to find a way to keep fit and manage a limited timeframe. Check out firefighter Sherry Dean’s article on how to start a workout program.
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Fire crews helped save dozens of paintings at a pop-up gallery after a fire broke out at a rental space in Surrey, B.C., Monday.
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Two early morning house fires left one firefighter injured and four residents displaced in Edmonton Saturday.
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Three buildings were destroyed early Saturday in a brush fire in Strathcona County, Alta., just southeast of Edmonton.
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May 26 to 29, 2019
Location: Red Deer, Alta.
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June 2 to 3 , 2019
Location: Penticton, B.C.
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Sept. 5 to 7, 2019
Location: Thunder Bay, Ont.
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