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Golf season is in full swing — and yes, I just couldn't help that terrible pun. Two tourneys supporting Boots on the Ground came across my desk; details below. Feel free to send your golf for good causes my way. I'll add them to our events calendar.
- Laura Aiken, Editor, Fire Fighting in Canada
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The 5,000-pound trailer is solar powered and designed to enhance Fire Smart community events, coming equipped with an awning, guides and manuals, FireSmart promotional items, equipment for on-site presentations and more.
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The 2024 Can-Am Police-Fire Games, this year hosted in venues across Butler County, Pa., will run from July 15 to 21. The registration deadline for the games is Monday, June 24.
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Yukon Wildland Fire Management’s chief meteorologist Michael Smith said that damp ground and a significant snowpack mean a return to a more “normal” season where the territory sees around 100 fires, burning mostly in remote wilderness.
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William J. Timmons, a specialist instructor at the State of Vermont Fire Academy, retired director of fire and emergency management for the City of Westmount Borough, Montreal, and a fire safety consultant and disaster coordinator, has made available to share a presentation on crisis management for fire service members.
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This new 9 th edition from IFSTA provides fire and emergency services personnel and civilian inspectors with the information they need to meet the job performance requirements (JPRs) of Chapter 7 of NFPA 1030, 2024 Edition. This manual covers fire dynamics, building components and services, site access, fire hazard recognition, water-based fire suppression systems, plan review and inspection procedures. This new edition updates and expands content from the previous edition throughout the manual. PLUS: Skill Sheets have been added to the manual, and discussion questions and a new Instructor’s Toolbox have been added to most chapters.
» Order Your Copy Today!
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Unlike a gossipy colleague, your TI won't talk. You must interpret what the display is telling you. Consider these three scenarios to further your training. Article by Manfred Kihn, a 19-year veteran of the fire service and Bullard's fire training specialist for thermal imaging technology.
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A properly indoctrinated recruit brings an injection of energy and life into a fire department. You can’t help but feel their level of excitement through each accomplishment and personal encounter. New recruits should bring about a feeling of pride and excitement by sharing with them what makes you happy. I call this the rookie effect. Article by Ret. Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy of Hope, B.C.
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Founded in 1995, the Wilmot Heritage Fire Brigades Museum in Ontario has grown from a group of seven retired firefighters to a membership of over 80, with aspirations to expand even further, writes Fire Fighting in Canada associate editor Jared Dodds.
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Rydall has 25 years of volunteer and professional fire fighting experience and previously served as the chief fire prevention officer for the Town of The Blue Mountains for 14 years.
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The Columbia-Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) promoted Sean Coubrough to regional fire chief and manager, Protective Services.
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The Martensville, Saskatchewan native joined the fire department in 1990 and was promoted to chief in 2012 after serving as deputy chief for five years.
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Captain Sean Coles, a member of the Toronto fire department since 1999, will be honoured with a full LODD ceremony upon his passing.
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| FIRE FIGHTING IN CANADA: THE PODCAST |
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Ret. Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy sits down with returning guest Jennifer Grigg, whose 30-year career with the fire service has included time spent as a volunteer firefighter, instructor, and coach. The pair discuss the importance of personal reflection, examine how family fits into the lives of firefighters both in and out of the station, and review the state of change currently impacting volunteer fire services.
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Date: June 22, 2024
Location: Ingersoll Golf Club, Ingersoll, Ont.
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Date: June 26 2024
Location: Piper's Heath Golf Club, Milton, Ont.
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Date: September 22-25, 2024
Location: Double Tree Hilton Downtown, Montreal
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