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Innisfil approves next phase of shared fire services study

Innisfil and Bradford West Gwillimbury in Ontario signed a ground-breaking agreement back in May to not only share a chief between the two fire departments, but to also explore the possibility of further consolidation.


Manitoba government to build new live fire training building in Brandon

People training to become firefighters in Manitoba will get a new facility for practice putting out fires in a controlled environment, the provincial government announced Friday.


St. John’s Regional Fire Department considers extending hazmat service area

The St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) might soon provide hazardous materials services beyond its own service area, possibly expanding the service to more areas on the Avalon Peninsula.
 
 
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Elias Markou

Well-Being: Stable sugars make firefighters soar

The body’s overall sense of balance is controlled by balanced blood sugar levels. During those busy days, when we are strapped for time, stressed and on the go, we forget to exercise and we all make quick unhealthy dietary choices that throw our sugars out of balance. By Elias Markou » Read more...
 
Gord Schreiner

StopBad: Getting through this together

Managing our way through Covid-19 has been a huge challenge for fire service. This global health crisis has forced us all to quickly change and adapt. The fire service is positioned well to tackle the necessary changes. By Gord Schreiner » Read more...
 
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News  
 

Two new project managers for Bronto Skylift

Bronto Skylift has appointed Jarmo Kokkola and Juha Särkijärvi as project managers to oversee and develop the total order-to-delivery process. » Learn more

Fire captain pleads guilty to sexually assaulting volunteer firefighter

A captain in the Gananoque, Ont., fire department has pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a volunteer firefighter under his command. » Learn more

Kamloops Fire gets first anti-idling vehicle

Kamloops Fire Rescue in British Columbia is going green. The fire department has added a new fire engine to its fleet, the first for them that is equipped with anti-idling technology. » Learn more
 
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IAFC Fire-Rescue International

October 19, 2020
Location: Virtual
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Aerial Firefighting Virtual Symposium

October 22, 2020
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Firehouse Expo

Dec. 8 – Dec. 9, 2020
Location: Virtual
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