🔥 Building skills. Strengthening departments. Protecting communities. #ThisIsSDF Our International Association of Fire Fighters Ground Survival training was sold out & waitlisted — giving Ontario’s professional firefighters life-saving skills they can bring back to their teams. Next session: January 👏

"Emergency services isn’t something you have to do - it’s a job we get to do and it’s a privilege to do.” – Chief Bryan Burbidge Today we honour Bryan Burbidge, our Fire Chief, as he retires after 37 years of unwavering dedication to the fire service. 🚒❤️

We’re thrilled to announce Tom Raeburn as Richmond Hill’s new Fire Chief, effective Dec 1, 2025! With 30+ years in fire services and trusted leadership since joining RHFES in 2021, Chief Raeburn is dedicated to our team and community. Congratulations, Chief!

🎄 Holiday fire safety starts with safe HOLIDAY LIGHTS ✔️ Inspect every strand for damage (discard broken ones) ✔️ Use certified lights/timers (CSA, ULC, or ETL) ✔️ Use LED lights ✔️ Turn lights off overnight or when you’re away ✔️ Outside use outdoor-rated lights

The best holiday recipes start with attention, not just ingredients. Protect your loved ones. Protect your home. Let’s keep Ontario safe - together. From every community across the province, let’s make this a fire-safe holiday season. 2/2

Holiday safety starts with safe HEATING SOURCES. Heating equipment keeps us warm during cold weather, but if used unsafely, it can lead to fires. Every winter, homes across Ontario experience fires caused by heating equipment. 1/2

A cozy room should never cost you your home, your holiday, or your life. Protect your loved ones. Protect your home. Let’s keep Ontario safe - together. From every community across the province, let’s make this a fire-safe holiday season. 2/2

Holiday safety starts with SAFE SMOKING. One careless moment can change everything. That’s why communities across Ontario are promoting responsible smoking habits. 1/2

Power the holidays safely: • charge lithium-ion devices on hard, flat surfaces • use the manufacturer’s charger • unplug when charging is done • if a battery overheats or swells, replace it right away Celebrate with peace of mind. #HolidaySafetyON Belleville Fire and Emergency Services A

Holiday safety starts with LITHIUM-ION BATTERY SAFETY. Powering the season should never mean compromising safety. That’s why communities across Ontario are raising awareness about lithium-ion battery safety. 1/2

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. Ensure you’re taking the proper measures to reduce cancer risk.

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. Ensure you’re taking the proper measures to reduce cancer risk!

January is #FireFighterCancerAwarenessMonth. Occupational cancer remains the number one cause of Line of Duty Deaths for #Firefighters.     In 2026, we’re doubling down on awareness, prevention, early detection, and advocacy. We honour those who are affected by cancer, and

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. Ensure your department is taking the proper measures to reduce cancer risk.

🚒❄️HELP US SAVE YOU❄️🚒 In an emergency, every second counts! Please help the Collingwood Fire Department by keeping hydrants near your property clear of snow. Maintain a 5-foot clearance for faster response. Thank you! #CollingwoodFire #FireSafety

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. Ensure on the fireground you are taking the proper measures to reduce cancer risk.

Firefighters are exposed to toxic carcinogens on every call, not just at fires. 
Soot, smoke, diesel exhaust, and contaminated gear all increase cancer risk. Recognizing the danger is the first step toward protecting our members.

#KnowTheRisk
#FireFighterCancer
#OPFFA

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. Ensure on the fireground you are taking the proper measures to reduce cancer risk.

Cancer prevention starts before, during, and after the call.   Proper PPE use
Gross decon on scene
Clean gear & clean cabs
Regular medical screenings   OPFFA continues to advocate for safer working conditions and stronger cancer protections.   #PreventionMatters

The conversation does NOT end when the month does. Firefighter occupational cancer is the leading cause of line-of-duty deaths in the fire service.