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Makita Canada Announced as Sponsor for the Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association Lifetime Achievement Award

Makita Canada Announced as Sponsor for the Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association Lifetime Achievement Award Ottawa, Ontario — November 19, 2024 — The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA) is proud to announce Makita Canada as an official sponsor of the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. This award recognizes individuals who have made significant and lasting…

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CVFSA Commemorating 25 Years

The CVFSA is Commemorating 25 Years The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association is marking a significant milestone: 25 years of unwavering commitment to serving volunteer firefighters across our great nation. Since our inception a quarter-century ago, our association has been fueled by the passion and dedication of countless individuals who have selflessly dedicated their time,…

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Chief Garth McIntyre 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award

Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to bring greetings on behalf of the Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association/Volunteer Firefighters of Canada. Today I have the pleasure of presenting the Lifetime Achievement Award to retired Chief Garth McIntyre of the Glenboro South Cypress Volunteer Fire Department. Garth has been married to his wife Wilda for 58…

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Tessa Cox – Recipient of the 2023 Jim Hayter Memorial Scholarship

The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA) and Metalfab Fire Trucks is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2023 Jim Hayter Memorial Scholarship will be Tessa Cox of St. Alban’s, Newfoundland. Established in 2017 to honor the late Jim Hayter, a charter member of the Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA). Chief Hayter was…

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Hailey Putnam – Recipient of the 2023 Donald McKee Memorial Scholarship

The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA) is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2022 Donald McKee Memorial Scholarship will be Hailey Putnam of the City of Quinte West, Ontario. Established in 2017 to honour the late Donald McKee, one of the earliest board members of the CVFSA. Don’s 13 years of dedication to…

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2023 Annual General Meeting

The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association invites you to attend the 2023 Annual General Meeting Sunday Nov 19th at 14:00 eastern AGM details and virtual access information: Time: Nov 19, 2023, 14:00 PM Eastern Time Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/91409971490?pwd=MzNKUzVJU1djRjR1d0dJNlhiSjByQT09 Meeting ID: 914 0997 1490 Passcode: 944979 Please accept our gratitude and heartfelt thanks for your…

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOV 19TH.

AGM Notice The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association invites all members to attend the 2023 Annual General Meeting Sunday November 19, 2023, at 14:00 hours (Eastern Time) The AGM will be held virtually using the Zoom Platform. Virtual access information will be posted one week prior to the AGM on the website ( cvfsa.ca )…

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Annual General Meeting DEC 3rd.

The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association invites you to attend the 2022 Annual General Meeting Saturday Dec 3rd at 14:00 eastern  AGM details and virtual access information will be posted one week prior to the AGM. Without the continued partnership from our sponsors, it would be extremely difficult for us to operate at the level we…

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CVFSA News Release – 2022 Donald McKee Memorial Scholarship©

CVFSA News Release September 20, 2022 2022 Donald McKee Memorial Scholarship© Caelyn Parker – Recipient of the 2022 Donald McKee Memorial Scholarship© The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA) is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2022 Donald McKee Memorial Scholarship will be Caelyn Parker of Berwick, Nova Scotia. Established in 2017 to honour…

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2022 Fire Safety Conference and National Firefighting Competition

Volunteer Firefighters of Canada (CVFSA) is pleased to have collaborated with the National Indigenous Fire Safety Council on their 2022 Fire Safety Conference and National Firefighting Competition being held September 28-30, 2022 in Prince Albert, SK Please note the deadline to register is September 16th. Hotel rates noted in the brochure pictures will be honored…

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