We are truly saddened by the passing of former Premier and long time MLA John Horgan, a great man and friend. We offer our condolences to the entire Horgan family and the BC NDP party. Rest in Peace
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VANCOUVER Approves purchase for PFAS-Free Bunker Gear
In a landmark decision, the city of Vancouver has approved a purchase of new gear to transition away from PFAS (polyfluoroalkyl) contaminated bunker gear.
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Thank you @colby_harder Langford Council and our Langford Residents for recognizing the need for emergency services in Langford and acting on it. As a City of 50k pop. it’s time. #publicsafety#firefightersafety
Congratulations Gord thank you for all you have done for the @bcpffa and the firefighters of BC we know you will continue with your excellent work in your new role with the @IAFFofficial Canadian Office advocating for all members and our families.
Gord Ditchburn honoured with the title of President Emeritus Membership for the BCPFFA
President Ditchburn has accepted the position in the Senior Executive for IAFF Canadian Operations
The membership strongly believes that Gord will continue his great work for all IAFF members
West Shore RCMP are dealing with a disturbance involving an unknown male possibly with a firearm inside a residence 800 block Finlayson Arm Rd. Heavy police presence. Road closure Finlayson Arm Rd. Nearby residents should stay inside their homes. Public should avoid the area.
Now accepting applications for Island Ignite 2023 running in Victoria from July 7-9. Working with @VictoriaFire730 of the Victoria Fire Department to create an amazing experience for female youth on Vancouver Island! Visit our website for details. #islandignite2023#empowered
To Lance (Assistant Chief Caven), there are not enough words to express who you were and what you meant to us and so many others. Your bright smile, contagious laughter, joyful spirt and unwavering support to the fire service made you a shining example for others.
To the Caven family and friends, our thoughts and love are with you and we are here to support you during this difficult time. To the community and all who have sent us messages of support, it means more than you can imagine as we grieve.
It's with great sadness @IAFF_2848@LangfordFire announce the passing of A/C Lance Caven. Lance was an incredible person known and loved by many. We ask that you please allow the family their privacy during this difficult time. #LODD
We are excited to announce that we have secured a host venue on Vancouver Island for July 7-9, 2023! Save the date! We will be working on updating our website and hope to share important details in the days ahead! #islandignite#savethedate#firstever#leadtheway#islandfirecamp
Sending love to the entire team involved in #Burned, making its premiere at ALTS today. I’m proud to serve as a producer of this film that exposes the PFAS encapsulated in firefighter gear. Be sure to follow @ethereal__films & sign up for details and updates.