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Okanagan and Shuswap area wildfires cause over $720 million in insured damage

The 2023 B.C. wildfires were the costliest insured event in provincial history, Insurance Bureau of Canada says.


New peer support line offers help for Alberta first responders

A new Alberta-wide mental health resource for first responders is now accepting calls, and could offer additional support for those serving in rural communities.


Ontario launches accredited Fire Safety Certification program

National Life Safety Group launched Implementing Fire Safety Plans in Residential Buildings, a training program specifically built for residential building managers, superintendents, and on-site concierge/security teams in Ontario.


Quinte West FireFit team wins medals at national championships in Sarnia

The Quinte West FireFit team brought home multiple medals recognizing their efforts at the FireFit national championships in Sarnia, Ont.


 
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Enhance Safety with Efficient Workflow Management

CityReporter’s solutions transform fire department inspections and asset tracking across North America. Streamlining workflows, it helps ensure code compliance, plan equipment replacements strategically, and provides a comprehensive overview on an interactive map. Experience the future of fire department workflow management with CityReporter. » Learn more
 
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The truth about school buses

Have you ever wondered about the black school bus stripes and what they're used for? Hint...they are not guides for extrication. By Dave Robertson » Read More...
 
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Stop Bad: Get there safely, 100 per cent of the time

Getting to a call safely is in everyone's best interest. Here are ways you and your team can train to improve response times without increasing driving speed and compromising safety. By Gord Schreiner » Read More...
 
 
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DEMCON 2023 at the International Centre - Toronto

The annual Ontario Disaster & Emergency Conference (DEMCON) embraces Ontario’s emergency management community where all can gather to share and learn from their experience. Delivering two full days of community networking featuring 30+ sessions with renowned speakers from across North America.

DEMCON offers keynotes, panel discussions, workshops and interviews that focus on lessons learned, new initiatives, and best practices on topics such as: Disaster Response & Recovery, Community Resilience and Climate Change. » REGISTER HERE
 
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Recovery mode: the unavoidable reality of drownings

Have you ever been faced with that tough moment in a water rescue when you cannot find the victim? Here's how to make the decision to move from rescue mode to recovery mode. By Dave Gillespie » Read More...

Decon in the fire service

At one time, a dirty, contaminated helmet was considered a trophy. So what changed? By Richard Hynes » Read More...

 
FIRE FIGHTING IN CANADA: THE PODCAST 
 
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Fighting wildfires from the air

Argentinian air tractor pilot and volunteer firefighter Diego Perez talks with host and retired Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy about aerial wildfire fighting in the Maritimes, how ground and air crews can train to work safely together, changes to structural fire fighting, aircraft apparatus, and the adrenaline rush that comes right before a drop. » Listen now...

 
Events 
 

Fire Prevention Week

Date: Oct. 8-14, 2023
Location: North America
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Security, Police, Fire & Aviation Career Expo

Date: Oct. 24, 2023
Location: Calgary, Alta.
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Canadian Wildfire Conference

Date: Oct. 26, 2023
Location: Kelowna, B.C.
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