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Are you a good boss? Read on for Fire Chief Monique Belair's reflective and final Leadership Forum exploring this key question for leaders. Congratulations to Chief Belair, who will be retired from the fire service effective July 31 after 39 years!
- Laura Aiken, Editor, Fire Fighting in Canada
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The Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC) has approved up to $1.7 million to the Woodlot Product Development Council (Woodlots BC) to carry out wildfire risk reduction treatments over a 2-year fiscal period.
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Pierce dealer Commercial Emergency Equipment secured an apparatus contract and initial order with the Calgary Fire Department (CFD). The 5-year contract with an additional 4-year option covers all engines and rescues in an unlimited, as-needed capacity and builds on previous contracts for aerials and water tenders.
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Waev launched the GEM Ambulance, an electric, street-legal low speed vehicle (LSV) designed for emergency medical services (EMS) response in dense environments such as campuses, cities, communities, entertainment venues and events.
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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is demanding the fire-stricken town of Jasper apologize and retract a report criticizing her government for its role in last summer's devastating blaze. CBC News reports.
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Honeywell acquired the Li-ion Tamer sector of business from Nexceris, an off-gas detection solution for lithium-ion batteries that detects thermal runaway events. The acquisition expanded Honeywell's portfolio of fire life safety technologies within its building automation segment.
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This year’s campaign, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” works to educate everyone about using these batteries safely, stressing how important it is to BUY, CHARGE, and RECYCLE safely. 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. Firehall Bookstore is proud to distribute NFPA fire prevention products across Canada. All items are now in stock and ready to ship!
» Don’t delay, order for FPW today
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An innovative solution to decontaminate firefighters at the scene was unveiled at the Fire Chiefs Association of BC’s 2025 BC Fire Expo, held at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre on June 8 and 9. The decon apparatus is the vision of Campbell River Fire Department’s (CRFD) deputy chief of training and safety, John Baker, and the department’s internal build team.
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When it comes to high rise fire fighting tactics, most fire departments have standard operating procedures (SOPs) or standard operating guidelines (SOGs). Those procedures/guidelines will lay out what equipment will be deployed during a high rise incident. The purpose of the SOPs/SOGs are to provide a safe and effective method for responding to fires in a high rise or a standpipe equipped building.
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Throughout our career, we are often questioned about what type of leadership style we would classify ourselves as. However, do you ever ask yourself, “Am I a good boss?” And, if asked, how would your staff respond to this question? Leadership style refers to the approach or way a person leads and influences others, encompassing traits, behaviours, and characteristics that define how a person leads a team or organization.
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The City of Belleville has appointed Kyle Christopher as deputy fire chief. Deputy Chief Christopher began his career with Belleville Fire and Emergency Services in 2005 as a volunteer at Station #4 and progressed through the service, most recently leading the fire prevention division as Senior Fire Prevention Officer.
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The City of Guelph appointed Steven Goode as the new chief of the Guelph Fire Department. Goode has been with the Guelph Fire Department since 2017, serving as deputy chief of fire operations where he demonstrated decisive leadership abilities and a strong understanding of organizational functions.
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The Township of West Lincoln appointed Zoli Rakonjac to the position of deputy fire chief. “Zoli brings a wealth of experience, dedication, a deep understanding of our community, our department values and the dedicated individuals that make up our fire services team,” said Fire Chief Tim Hofsink in a press release.
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| FIRE FIGHTING IN CANADA: THE PODCAST |
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Join us on this insightful podcast episode as host Ret. Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy sits down with Tim Pley, a former fire chief, past president of the Fire Chiefs Association of BC, and local government CAO, to explore the evolving landscape of the volunteer fire service. Pley offers invaluable insights into the challenges facing volunteerism today, from societal shifts and the ‘gig economy’ affecting recruitment, to the evolving expectations around compensation and the need for new leadership approaches. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the pivotal changes and future direction of the fire service, emphasizing that ‘this is not your father’s fire department’ and leaders must adapt their methods to lead differently and value the time and contributions of younger generations.
» Listen now...
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