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The CAFC's report on firefighter cancer is an important read in its entirety at cafc.ca. Recent statistics show this dreaded disease to be on the rise in firefighters. Report recommendations foster critical conversations, ones that must not abate.
- Laura Aiken, Editor, Fire Fighting in Canada
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The Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs released a 48-page report outlining their recommendations for a national firefighter cancer framework. These discussions resulted in over 30 recommendations anchored by three core principles.
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The medal represents the provinces highest honour for firefighters and is given to individuals who have demonstrated great courage in risking their lives to save the lives of others. Here is the list of recipients.
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A study completed by PetSmart Charities of Canada showed 90 per cent of pet owners surveyed wouldn’t leave their homes during a disaster if they could not take their animals with them.
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The Workers Compensation Board has accepted the claim filed in the death of a Winnipeg firefighter who died by suicide in April, agreeing his death was a result of a workplace injury.
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With the rotating mounting feet, installation is hassle-free; rated IP32 for superior ingress protection. Its Dual Battery Type Technology enables simultaneous charging, it also features CAN Bus connectivity, and the PLC function adjusts the charger to float voltage at the desired current. Configurable for 3-step or float charging. Built-in Pump Plus function. Optional Remote Touch Display Available.
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Boots on the Ground is really blossoming, and first responders needing an anonymous, trained ear to talk to are all the better for it, writes Fire Fighting in Canada editor Laura Aiken.
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Working in any profession for a long duration can become stale and monotonous. Ultimately, it’s the responsibility of the individual to find new challenges or create new ways to become more efficient to get that drive back into their working life. Here are some ideas for you. By Chris Harrow, director of fire services for the Town of Minto and Township of Wellington North.
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Explore ideas for building relationships with outside agencies to benefit large scale emergencies in this article by 20-year veteran of the fire service Fire Chief John Liadis.
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The Rural Firefighting Handbook is intended to help rural fire departments examine the fire service of today and see how the department fits into it. It helps determine what is needed to meet the fire protection needs of your community. It includes tools which a department can use to survey its service area, determine needs, and evaluate the ability to meet those needs.
This 2nd edition has been expanded with several new chapters on pumps, pump priming and drafting.
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Suchiu is a 35-year veteran of the fire service, beginning his career as a volunteer firefighter with the Tecumseh Fire Department in Ontario in 1988.
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Normandeau has been with the department for 32 years and has spent the last 19 serving as deputy chief.
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Department for 30 years, serving as the paid on-call fire chief from 2009 to 2017 and becoming the first full-time chief in 2017.
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Keiver served with the department for 46 years and was appointed to fire chief for the department in 2005.
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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 26, 2024
Location: Piper's Heath Golf Club, Milton, Ont.
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