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Canada funds new firefighter urban interface training program

A pilot project through the International Association of Firefighters will receive $400,000 in funding from the federal government to bolster training in the battle against wildland urban interface fires.


Hawaii’s governor warns that scores more people could be found dead following wildfires on Maui

Hawaii’s governor warned that scores more people could be found dead following ferocious wildfires on Maui, as search and rescue crews scoured neighbourhoods street by street and prepared to comb through buildings charred by flames that galloped a mile a minute.


Essex Fire Chief Rick Arnel set to retire

When Essex Fire Chief Rick Arnel first put on the firefighting gear at just 18-years-of age on Aug. 10, 1975, he was trying to appease his uncle, a firefighter in Tilbury, who insisted he give this career a try.


Victoria fired up to welcome first electric fire engine

The City of Victoria has purchased an electric fire engine to add to its growing electric vehicle fleet.


 
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In this compelling and inspiring book, veteran firefighter and author Jeff Rothmeier aims to motivate firefighters, reminding them of their immense value and instilling in them the belief that they can overcome any challenge they encounter on the fireground. Whether you are a seasoned firefighter or just starting out in the field, this book is a must-read if you wish to learn from practical insights and transformative experiences to thrive when faced with adversity in the fireground.

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Retiring from Fire

Hanging up the uniform to retire can be a mix of emotions for many in the fire service. By Elena De Luigi » Read More...
 
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Back to Basics: Navigating the mess

When we train new recruit firefighters in live fire environments, whether it is a fixed facility or an acquired structure, the environment inside the building is not as realistic as it should be or needs to be. By Mark van der Feyst » Read More...
 
 
In Case You Missed It 
 

Pre-hospital care and the fire first responder

Medical calls making up an increasing share of fire department response is far from a new conversation, but circumstances brought on by the pandemic have brought both new challenges and new collaboration to the forefront. By Laura Aiken » Read More...

Volunteer Vision: When preparation meets opportunity

How many times have you responded to a call and after a successful fire fighting operation have someone comment about how lucky the crew was to save the building or stop the fire when you did. By Vince MacKenzie » Read More...

 
FIRE FIGHTING IN CANADA: THE PODCAST 
 
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Managing different generations and change

Chief John Liadis talks to host and retired Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy about the generational reactions to modernizing your department, who to focus on for successful change adoption, getting the buy-in, the need for transparent team communication, social media playing a new role in the next generation of recruitment, and how training is a core component of taking your department to the next level. » Listen now...

 
Events 
 

IAFC Fire-Rescue International

Date: Aug. 16-18, 2023
Location: Kansas City, Mo.
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FireCon 2023

Date: Sep. 6-10, 2023
Location: Thunder Bay, Ont.
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FFIC Open Golf Tournament

Date: Sep. 12, 2023
Location: Beeton, Ont.
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Fire-Rescue Canada 2023

Date: Sep. 17-20, 2023
Location: Halifax, N.S.
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