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Enbridge Gas Inc. (Enbridge Gas) is helping Seguin Fire Services purchase firefighting training materials, through Safe Community Project Assist–a program with the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC) that supplements existing training for Ontario volunteer and composite fire departments in the communities where Enbridge Gas operates.
“At Enbridge Gas, safety is our priority. We’re proud to support Ontario firefighters who share our commitment to keeping our communities safe, healthy and vibrant,” says Ed Gouweloos, Operations Supervisor, Northern Region Operations, Enbridge Gas.
This year’s $250,000 donation from Enbridge Gas will be shared by 50 Ontario fire departments, including Seguin Fire Services. Funds are used to purchase educational materials to assist in training firefighters in life-saving techniques.
Since the launch of Safe Community Project Assist in 2012, 294 grants have been provided to Ontario fire departments for additional firefighter training.
“Safe Community Project Assist improves access to training materials for fire departments,” says Jon Pegg, Ontario Fire Marshal and Chair of the FMPFSC.
“Firefighting can be dangerous and unpredictable, and these training materials positively contribute to the health and safety of firefighters and the broader community.”
“Seguin Fire Services is very appreciative and thanks Enbridge Gas for their generous donation to the department through Project Assist,” says Deputy Chief Kevin Harmer. “This grant has allowed us to purchase new and updated training materials required to assist our instructors in developing and teaching our training programs, as well as for the recruits, firefighters, and officers who are continually upgrading their skills.”
IN PHOTO: Seguin Fire Chief Sean Carroll with Enbridge Utility Services Field Supervisor Ed Gouweloos, presenting a cheque to Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Harmer alongside Ward 3 Councillor Greg Getty at Humphrey Fire Hall.
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