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The results of the 2023 Great Canadian Fire Census are in, and the trends illustrate a growing threat to response capacity. This is the third census produced by the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs.
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The Vancouver fire department took delivery of its first electric fire engine, a Rosenbauer RTX pumper. The truck is operating out of Firehall No. 1 in Strathcona.
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Strathcona County, Alta.’s Emergency Communications Centre transitioned to the Next Generation 9-1-1 network on Oct. 26. The city said in a press release that it is the first municipality in Canada to make the switch.
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In Ontario, Central York Fire Services Fire Chief Ian Laing has died. He had served as chief since 2010 and was instrumental in expanding the service to meet the needs of two communities.
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Here is a digital round-up of recent fire chief promotions, appointments, retirements, and last alarms across Canada.
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This new book documents the actions of first responders through photography and reveals what they endure every day that the greater public does not see.
Tim Olk is a fire department photo unit photographer who has been capturing the history of the Chicago Fire Department for nearly 30 years. He covers everything from big fires, explosions, and vehicle collisions, to funerals, special operations/collapses and disaster scenes in the greater Chicago area.
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How can understanding adult learners and adult education benefit the fire service? The best approach is to teach using as many methods as possible. By Michael Boyle.
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Several energy efficient fire stations have opened across Canada. Here is a round-up of fire halls that are more environmentally friendly. By CFF Staff.
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Not everyone has easy or proper access to a coach or programming, and building a custom workout or program can be a daunting task. Understanding the elements can remove some of the mystery from the process. By Sherry Dean.
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Sarnia, Ont. firefighter and instructor Jeff Cowan talks trends, firefighter training and performance. Read the interview or listen to the audio highlights. By Laura Aiken.
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| FIRE FIGHTING IN CANADA: THE PODCAST |
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Toronto’s Fire Chief Matthew Pegg joins Fire Fighting in Canada: The Podcast to talk about the department’s latest recruitment; the qualifications, courage and motivation of today’s candidates; the importance of connecting with and supporting your members, and why large fire services can and do learn from small departments.
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