Ontario Standing up for Firefighters

Firefighters are everyday heroes who work tirelessly to protect their communities and build a stronger Ontario.

That is why our government is investing $700,000 to support four innovative training projects designed for 203 professional and volunteer firefighters around the province to stay safe and save lives.

Firefighters will be trained on fighting fires in hazardous (Mayday) situations for small and rural services to ensure they are equipped and prepared for ground rescue and wildfire scenarios.

There will also be courses for automobile extraction, boating and water safety, and elevator rescue, as well as peer support training for suicide awareness and crisis intervention.

Two projects will be led by the Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association, while the City of Mississauga and the Town of Georgina are receiving funding as well.

Through its first three funding rounds, our Skills Development Fund has supported 595 projects aiming to help nearly 522,000 people around the province take the next step in their careers.

Learn more: : https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1003049/ontario-investing-in-life-saving-training-for-firefighters