Chatham-Kent Fire and Emergency Services has received a share of a $250,000 donation from Enbridge Gas to 50 fire departments across Ontario.
The funds will go towards training materials to upgrade life-saving techniques through the Safe Community Project Assist, a program with the Fire Marshall’s Public Fire Safety Council. The program supplements existing training for firefighters in the communities where Enbridge operates.
“With over 400 firefighters in our career and volunteer sectors, access to training materials is essential to keeping both firefighters and our community safe," said Fire Chief Chris Case.
Since the launch of Safe Community Project Assist in 2012, a total of 244 grants have been provided to Ontario fire departments for additional firefighter training," stated the release.
“At Enbridge Gas, safety is our priority," said Enbridge Gas Director of Operations for the Southwest Region Steven Jelich "We’re proud to support Ontario firefighters who share our commitment to keeping our communities safe."