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The housing crisis in Canada is far from fixed. Read our recent insights on how it's impacting municipalities in the features section below.
- Laura Aiken, Editor, Fire Fighting in Canada
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The governments of Ontario and Canada are investing $64 million to strengthen the province’s wildland fire program.
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The BC NDP have committed to expanding presumptive cancer coverage for firefighters if they win the provincial election.
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A survey from belairdirect shows that while Canadians are vigilant surrounding fire prevention, there are still gaps in knowledge and preparation to be addressed.
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The N.W.T. Coroner Service is recommending the territory’s Department of Environment and Climate Change ensure all of its fire fighting crew leaders and supervisors have what it calls “danger tree assessor” training, after a wildland firefighter was killed by a falling tree last year.
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A compelling examination of 30 pivotal fires that remain tactically relevant today. This book dives deep into modern fire history, offering valuable lessons. By detailing these significant incidents, the book aims to honor the lives lost and ensure that their stories and the lessons learned continue to impact future operations. Each chapter includes vivid details from someone who was there or has direct knowledge of each of the fires, ensuring a clear understanding of the event.
» Order your copy today!
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From the streets of Vancouver to the shores of the Maritime provinces, firefighters across the country are responding to increased calls related to drug overdoses, mental health crises and encampment-related issues. Municipalities say they’re looking for innovative and collaborative solutions – but they need all levels of government at the table. By Julie Fitz-Gerald.
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Mark van der Feyst continues his series The Rescue Sequence with a look at different drag techniques and approaches to save the occupant.
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Many Canadian fire departments function with seniority-based promotional systems. While there are many advantages to these systems, including fairness and the promotion of more experienced firefighters to higher ranks, there are many drawbacks. By Keith Fredin.
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Canmore Fire Rescue in British Columbia has welcomed a new fire chief and two new deputy chiefs.
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The Town of Shelburne has welcomed a new fire chief to the Shelburne and District Fire Department (SDFD) as the Fire Board hires veteran firefighter David Pratt to take leadership of local fire services.
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Fire Chief Bob Graham is retiring from the Oliver Fire Department in British Columbia at the end of the year.
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| FIRE FIGHTING IN CANADA: THE PODCAST |
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On the latest edition of Fire Fighting in Canada: The Podcast, Ret. Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy is joined by Steve Fraser, the co-author of the proactive mental health awareness training program for first responders Resilient Minds and a retired captain with Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services. The pair discuss the past, present and future Resilient Minds and outline how firefighters can introduce mental wellness training into their departments.
» Listen now...
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