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Alberta funnels $151 million into wildfire preparedness

After a recording-breaking 2023 wildfire season, Alberta is investing an additional $151 million into a variety of wildfire fighting needs.


Fire destroys multiple homes in Richmond Hill

A large fire destroyed several homes in Richmond Hill overnight Monday. Crews were called to Duncan Road shortly before midnight for reports that a house believed to be either under construction or undergoing renovations was ablaze, said Richmond Hill Deputy Fire Chief Joe Bennett.


Security • Police • Fire Career Expo returning to Mississauga in March

On March 27, Fire Fighting in Canada, Canadian Firefighter, Blue Line, and Canadian Security will host the annual Security • Police • Fire Career Expo at the International Centre in Mississauga, Ont. Attendees who are interested in a career in public safety will be able to hone their interviewing skills during mock interview sessions held throughout the day with firefighters, police officers, and security professionals who will provide feedback.


Quebec forest fire agency issues first warning of the season — its earliest ever

With the snow melting and the ground beginning to dry, Quebec’s forest fire protection agency is already on watch, issuing its first warnings on Thursday.


NWT requests independent review of 2023 wildfire emergency response

The Northwest Territories government is taking the largest after-action review in the territory’s history.


N.S. volunteer firefighting departments worried as fund for training dwindles

Volunteer firefighters could be on the hook for training for 2024, according to the Nova Scotia Firefighters School.


 
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Tech Talk: A story with many lessons

My first article for 2024 addresses the elephant in the fire truck room: How much? How long? Why? What? And so on. It appears that the pandemic has had a longer lasting effect on how business and personal lives are to be handled ... » Read More...
 
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The real power of reflection

In the world of fire fighting, reflection isn’t just a pause, it’s a powerful tool for self care. Ultimately, a reflective fire service cultivates a culture of learning, and boosts adaptability and camaraderie.  Resilience: Firefighters face physical, mental and emotional challenges. Reflection ... » Read More...
 
 
On the fire ground 
 

The Roof Hook

A look at Hugh Halligan’s lesser known invention. » Read More...

Dry hydrants and rural water supplies

A coordinated solution to a unique challenge for the fire service. » Read More...

 
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A Complete Resource for Water Rescue Personnel

The third edition of Water Rescue, Principles & Practice to NFPA 1006 and 1670: Surface, Swiftwater, Dive, Ice, Surf, and Flood will help students take that extra step toward becoming outstanding rescuers. The sub-disciplines of water rescue are broken down into awareness, operations, and technician level chapters. Based on NFPA 1006 (2020) and NFPA 1670 (2017) this single textbook is the most current and comprehensive water rescue textbook available.

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FIRE FIGHTING IN CANADA: THE PODCAST 
 
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The stigma of not “tough” enough

Toronto Fire Chief Matthew Pegg and Michael Landsberg, founder of Sick Not Weak, sat down with Ret. Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy to discuss the value of talking about mental health without shame, stigma, and the return on investment when leaders open up about mental wellbeing and resiliency. » Listen now...

 
Events 
 

Northeastern Fire Education Conference and Trade Show

Date: March 21-23, 2024
Location: Huntsville, Ont.
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Wildland-Urban Interface Conference

Date: March 26-28, 2024
Location: Reno, Nev.
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Security Police Fire Career Expo (Mississauga)

Date: March 27, 2024
Location: Mississauga, Ont.
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Canadian Hazmat & CBRNE Summit

Date: April 8-10, 2024
Location: Kitchener, Ont.
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FDIC International

Date: April 15-20, 2024
Location: Indianapolis, IN
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OAFC Conference and Trade Show

Date: May 1-4, 2024
Location: Mississauga, Ont.
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