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Editor's Note 
 
Chief Vince MacKenzie's Volunteer Vision on "Facing the can't calls" is a timely and very relevant conversation on the limits of the all hazards fire service — a must read.
- Laura Aiken, Editor, Fire Fighting in Canada
 
News 
 
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Ontario says it's prepared for start of wildfire season

With wildfire season set to begin on April 1, the province of Ontario is prepared to response. This year, the government has filled nearly 100 additional permanent positions to support the 2025 fire season and help ensure people and resources are in place to protect communities.


Perimeter Solutions launching industrial foam school

Perimeter Solutions is introducing the Perimeter Solutions Industrial Foam School, a two-day training program designed for industrial firefighters, hazmat teams and municipal firefighters who support industrial facilities.


Nova Scotia to implement 2020 National Fire Code

Nova Scotia is set to adopt the National Fire Code of Canada 2020 starting April 1, incorporating recommendations from the Office of the Fire Marshal to address local needs and improvements.


No fire merger for Greenwich and Wolfville

The proposed combination of the Greenwich and Wolfville Volunteer Fire Departments is off after the location of a new fire hall could not be determined.


 
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FEATURES 
 
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Stepping into the arena: Team Rubicon Canada helps communities prepare for and recover from wildfire

When disaster strikes, lives are often thrown into chaos. Wildfires, floods, and hurricanes don’t just damage homes, they force people to flee, disrupt communities, and leave individuals and families facing an uncertain future. No one should have to walk it alone. That’s where Team Rubicon Canada (TR Canada) steps into the arena. » Read More...
 
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The origin of high performance teams

Are you interested in building a high-performance team? To build one, regardless of industry/sector, takes a lot of work. People are the essence of any organization and how they get along, or don’t, will influence the results achieved. » Read More...
 
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Volunteer Vision: Facing the can’t calls

Routine calls become the bread and butter of what we do. Then there are the big ones, significant events that you will remember forever. This could be for great outcomes, or it could be for the tragic loss. » Read More...
 
 
Fire Hall Bulletin 
 

Bracebridge names new fire chief

The town of Bracebridge in Ontario has appointed Kevin Plested as its new director of emergency services and fire chief, effective March 28. » Read More...

 
FIRE FIGHTING IN CANADA: THE PODCAST 
 
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Matt Pegg on Warrior Health: Bridging the Mental Health Gap for First Responders

Matt Pegg, COO of Warrior Health and retired fire chief, discusses the organization’s origins and goals. Warrior Health emerged from Wounded Warriors Canada and aims to provide comprehensive mental health support and resilience training to public safety personnel and their families across Ontario. Pegg highlights the province’s financial commitment and the program’s unique inclusion of family support as crucial elements. He expresses hope that this model can expand interprovincially, emphasizing the importance of the program’s independent evaluation and evidence-based approach. » Listen now...

 
Events 
 

FDIC International

Date: April 7 - 12, 2025
Location: Indianapolis, Ind.
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Fire Services Association of Nova Scotia Conference

Date: April 25 - 27, 2025
Location: Truro, N.S.
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2025 OAFC Conference and Trade Show

Date: May 1 - 3, 2025
Location: Mississauga, Ont.
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BCFTOA Conference 2025

Date: May 10 - 15, 2025
Location: Penticton, B.C.
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Building Linkages in Emergency Management Symposium 2025

Date: June 3 - 4, 2025
Location: St. Catharines, Ont.
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FDIC Atlantic

Date: June 6 - 8, 2025
Location: Wolfville, N.S.
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