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Editor's Note 
 
This weeks e-news looks at the heroic efforts of firefighters through a show of bravery in Chilliwack, B.C., and the results of a data dig that show Ontario's firefighters rescued an average of 2.7 people weekly in 2024.
- Laura Aiken, Editor, Fire Fighting in Canada
 
News 
 

Chilliwack firefighters awarded Medal of Bravery for saving 9 people from fire

Three Chilliwack firefighters were recognized recently for saving the lives of nine people from an apartment fire. Blake Gooch, Cory Schaeffer, Adam Janzen created ladder system mid-air, carried residents to safety from burning apartment.


Highlights from the 2025 CBRNE & Robotics Summit: Robotics, drones and emergency preparedness

The 2025 Canadian CBRNE & Robotics Summit was held in Kitchener, Ont., from April 7-8. For the second consecutive year, the show was sold out for both attendees and vendors, with a waiting list for vendors, reported the show’s organizers — the Ontario Hazardous Materials Responders Association.


MSA Safety launches new SCBA, turnout jacket at FDIC 2025

Cranberry Township, PA-based safety product maker MSA Safety has introduced the latest edition of its self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) plus an all-new turnout jacket, both designed to help protect firefighters and enhance safety by assisting with accountability and situational awareness.


Rosenbauer America unveils new industrial foam pumper

Rosenbauer America introduced its latest Custom Industrial Foam Pumper, designed to address the specific challenges of industrial fire fighting. This new vehicle incorporates advanced technologies designed to enhance performance, reliability, and ease of use in critical situations.


 
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Spotlight on firefighter rescues

This article by firefighter Anthony J De Benedictis examines the 2024 data on firefighter rescues in Ontario and highlights the importance of analytics in improving fire ground operations. » Read More...
 
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Firefighters search for meaning

Introducing Sense of Coherence, a concept that looks at someone's ability to adapt and overcome psychological stressors via three components of comprehensibility, manageability, and meaningfulness. » Read More...
 
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TI training for recruits

Training new firefighters to use technical knowledge and strategic thinking with their thermal imagers. » Read More...
 
 
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This all-inclusive truck company operations guide will help truck-deficient departments achieve a safe, effective, and efficient coordinated fire attack. It illustrates the importance of truck company operations facilitating and supporting coordinated fire attacks and lifesaving operations. Rooted in the core principle that “circumstances dictate action on the fireground,” this book empowers agencies to overcome challenges posed by limited staffing or resources.

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Fire Hall Bulletin 
 

Murray Robertson incoming deputy fire chief for Cranbrook

Cranbrook Fire & Emergency Services promoted training coordinator Murray Robertson to the position of deputy fire chief following the well-deserved retirement of current Deputy Fire Chief Dan MacKinnon. » Read More...

White Rock appoints Brad Davie its new fire chief

Brad Davie is the new fire chief in White Rock, B.C., taking the helm from Fire Chief Ed Wolfe who announced his retirement. » Read More...

 
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Addressing unique challenges: Innovation in Indigenous fire services at Six Nations

This episode focuses on challenges and progress within the Canadian fire service, with a particular emphasis on the unique circumstances and evolution of Indigenous fire departments. (Ret.) Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy interviews Acting Fire Chief Michael Seth, providing insights into the history, current state, and future aspirations of the Six Nations Fire and Emergency Services, while also touching on broader themes affecting fire services across Canada. » Listen now...

 
Events 
 

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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Security・Police・Fire Career Expo – B.C.

Date: May 14, 2025
Location: Surrey, 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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