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The Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs' annual Fire-Rescue conference and trade show kicks off Sunday. The agenda looks fantastic and I am looking forward to seeing familiar and new faces in Montreal this weekend. Stay tuned for event coverage.
- Laura Aiken, Editor, Fire Fighting in Canada
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The government of Newfoundland and Labrador is investing more than $3 million to replace over 300 SCBA units for their volunteer firefighters.
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The Truro Professional Firefighters Association have supported the Halifax Professional Firefighters Association’s call for a leadership overhaul at the Nova Scotia Firefighters School (NSFS).
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The Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association (OMFPOA) held their 2024 symposium from September 8 to 12 in Richmond Hill, Ontario, hosting just over 150 attendees.
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The new regional fire training centre adjacent to the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) fire hall is nearing completion.
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“I can’t talk about that.” Rare is the topic that evokes this response, but it’s one I’ve heard more than once from an inquiry about PFAS, more tongue-twisterly known as per – and polyfluoroalkyls. PFAS comprise thousands of human-made substances. PFAS has had a role in fire as a fluorine based performance additive in turnout gear and foam, but that role has been under re-evaluation for years because there is a burgeoning body of generally accepted evidence that these chemicals are bad for humans and our planet. By Laura Aiken
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Encampments, drug use and rising mental health issues are changing the job for firefighters across the country. Many Canadian fire service members face increasing threats and acts of violence when attending calls, which has led some departments to implement the use of body armour vests to protect their staff. By Julie Fitz-Gerald.
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While many people now turn to podcasts and social media, books remain powerful tools for developing ourselves and our members. By David Moseley.
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This year’s FPW campaign, “ Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™” strives to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home. Help bring attention to this year's theme with fun giveaways and educational materials including the popular FPW in a Box™, Sparky the Fire Dog stuffy, stickers, posters, and more! NFPA has developed a wealth of materials to reach the public during Fire Prevention Week and beyond.
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The city of Brampton in Ontario has announced the appointment of Nick Ruller as their new fire chief.
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Aaron Bunbury has been named the new fire chief for the Malakwa Fire Department in British Columbia.
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| FIRE FIGHTING IN CANADA: THE PODCAST |
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Dr. Richard Gasaway, one of America’s leading authorities on human error and situational awareness, joins (Ret.) Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy to chat about the evolution of the term situational awareness, impacts of technology, and how neuroscience can help us make our best decisions on the modern-day fire ground.
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Date: September 26, 2024
Location: Peninsula Lakes Golf Course, Fenwick, Ont.
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