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EDITOR'S NOTE

"Living through Ontario's uber deep chill in the last week makes it hard for me to believe I'm also forecast to be existing through one of Canada's hottest years on record. The pendulum will swing, and we'll see what wild weather it brings with it. "

Laura Aiken, Editor, Fire Fighting in Canada

Top Stories

The Fire Brief: Your key news updates in minutes

Trailblazing Deputy Fire Chief Louise Hine-Schmidt retires, Burlington Fire promotes Deputy Fire Chief Drew Boys to top job, Marty Bass appointed Pierce Manufacturing president, and more.

Sault Ste. Marie study shows 75% reduction in high-risk cancer group

A new report on Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services shows that a targeted wellness program has seen a 75 per cent reduction in the number of firefighters classified as a high-risk for cancer.

St. Catharines Fire Chief Dave Upper wins OAFC Fire Chief of the Year

St. Catharines Fire Chief Dave Upper has been named Ontario’s Fire Chief of the Year, earning provincial recognition for his leadership and contributions to the fire service.

Canada predicts 2026 will be among the hottest years ever

It’s likely going to be another scorcher this year folks, as the Government of Canada’s annual global mean temperature forecast for 2026 predicts this year will be among the hottest on record.

Forever Favourites

Volunteer Vision: Reflecting on the life changing act of becoming a volunteer firefighter

Tom DeSorcy takes a moment to remind his fellow volunteer firefighters to take a step back and think about the difference that they've made by becoming a volunteer firefighter.

Trainer’s Corner: Cold weather operations

Ed Brouwer discusses the additional demands that firefighters take to their physical being and emergency apparatus due to heavy snowfall and extremely cold temperatures.

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New in Gear, Tech and Trucks

Team Wendy now on GovX: faster verification and discount access for eligible firefighters

Team Wendy, a leading provider of innovative head protection systems, announced that its full lineup of ballistic helmets, bump helmets and accessories is now available through GovX.

Panasonic Connect Canada releases TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk2

Panasonic Connect Canada has introduced their first artificial intelligence (AI) enabled laptop, the TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk2.

AI technology measures firefighters for new turnout gear

Fire-Dex, a supplier of PPE for first responders, has launched the Virtual Sizer, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to quickly and precisely measure firefighters for new turnout gear.