Sheldon Young

Former Deputy Fire Commissioner | Fire Service Leadership Consultant | Executive Recruitment & Succession Planning

[Chris Gailus @chrisgailus]

So THAT’S how they did it! Of all the World Cup landmarks, this has got to be the most iconic. Well done @TheLookCompany1 who engineered the transformation.

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

Looking forward to the BC Fire Expo in Victoria, June 7–8.
If you’re attending, come say hello—we’d love to connect, share ideas, and talk about the challenges and innovations shaping the future of the fire service.

[🇨🇦 @Hughes4Rebuild]

This speech from Manny after winning the Calder Cup always stood out to me

This is the type of culture setter the #Canucks have been chasing
Manny is a coach who demands respect and players listen to. They’ll run through a wall for him

Super excited to see what he can do!

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

Major fires impact entire communities. The Penticton construction fire displaced residents and created ongoing safety concerns. Credit to Penticton Fire Department and partners for limiting fire spread and protecting nearby homes.
#FireService

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[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

Regional collaboration in action. 🔥

Victoria, Saanich, Oak Bay, and Esquimalt Fire have launched a joint recruitment campaign, reducing duplication and strengthening the candidate pool.

The North Shore has shown this model works.

A win for departments & applicants!

[Jas Johal @JasJohalBC]

Vancouver, is doing what it does. The city looks damn fine.
#bcpoli #cdnpoli

(Great job Eyaaz!)
Instagram: @eyaaz_jin

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

Positive news for wildfire preparedness in Canada. 🇨🇦🔥
Canada is adding 10 new aerial firefighting aircraft and 2 support assets through CIFFC for the 2026 wildfire season to help strengthen national wildfire response capacity.
#Wildfire #FireService #Canada

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

Congratulations to Captain Todd Bulled of Pender Island Fire Rescue on being named the 2026 Public Educator of the Year. 👏🔥

This recognition reflects how public education in the fire service continues to evolve through proactive engagement, prevention, and digital outreach.

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

Proud to be providing consulting services with Dave Mitchell & Associates Ltd., a trusted leader in fire service and public safety consulting across Canada. Looking forward to contributing in fire leadership, executive recruitment, succession planning, and organizational strategy

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

@VanFireRescue
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@IAFF18
crews at #2 hall, responded to 96 incidents in 24 hours last month This is not sustainable.

https://t.co/3TLrl3PwuB

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

Well done boys, moving on the the conference final!

[Canadiens Montréal @CanadiensMTL]

CANADIENS EN 7!

HABS IN 7!

#GoHabsGo

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

The job can be heavy, and the calls take their toll. That’s why these lighthearted moments are a welcome change of pace! Huge shoutout to the crew for stepping up to rescue this little family from a storm drain. 🦆❤️

https://t.co/gS95UTfeaL

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

Exciting start to the rebuild!

[Vancouver Canucks @Canucks]

Vancouver Canucks Chairman & Governor, NHL, Francesco Aquilini announced today that Daniel and Henrik Sedin have been promoted to Co-Presidents of Hockey Operations and Ryan Johnson has been named the 13th General Manager in franchise history.

DETAILS | https://t.co/V0qXipKC0K

[The Original Burnsie @burnsieoriginal]

Rip Cheech!

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

I’ve been in a good deal of strange calls over the years but never had to capture a wild boar! 🐗

[Mario Nawfal @MarioNawfal]

🇰🇷 South Korea has built one of the world's most technologically advanced economies.

But that doesn't mean they're immune from low-tech problems 😂

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

Well done Buffalo ❤️

[Buffalo Sabres @BuffaloSabres]

That's how we do it in Buffalo. ❤️🤍

[Vancouver Police @VancouverPD]

The #VPD is saying goodbye to Police Service Dog Cash today, who was diagnosed with a fatal condition earlier this week. Our thoughts are with his handler, Constable Courtney Srigley, and the entire @VPDCanine Unit, as they navigate this loss.

Cash was a six-year-old black and tan German Shepherd from the Netherlands. He served the citizens of Vancouver for over five years with unwavering dedication and heart.

He will be missed.

#GuardianOfTheNight #NeverForget

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

Such a great man.

Thanks for the memories John, rest easy.

[Vancouver Canucks @Canucks]

Canucks Sports & Entertainment is heartbroken by the sudden passing of John Garrett, a cherished member of our family whose loss is deeply felt across our entire organization and community.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to John’s family, friends, and all who knew and loved him. He will be deeply missed.

Forever a Canuck.

READ | https://t.co/gq7Cl9VOvq

[Sheldon Young @DCSheldonYoung]

What a great opportunity for high school students to explore a career in the fire service!

https://t.co/wt39y3j8De