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DIRECTOR OF PROTECTIVE SERVICES (FIRE CHIEF)

The Town of Inuvik is proud to have a strong volunteer Fire Department. We are looking for an individual to lead the department in all aspects of fire services critical to the safety and quality of life of the community. We are pleased to offer the following career opportunity: DIRECTOR OF PROTECTIVE SERVICES (FIRE CHIEF)…

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Looking for a volunteer to fill position of

CVFSA Director for Province of New Brunswick The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association requires a Provincial Director for the Province of New Brunswick. We are looking for an energetic individual to fill the position of provincial Director with a good background in the ability to act as liaison with the volunteer fire department service providers…

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Looking for a volunteer to fill position of

CVFSA Director for Province of Saskatchewan The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association requires a Provincial Director for the Province of Saskatchewan. We are looking for an energetic individual to fill the position of provincial Director with a good background in the ability to act as liaison with the volunteer fire department service providers throughout the…

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Giant Tiger – CVFSA Fire Loss Assistance Program

The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association and Canadian retailer Giant Tiger have teamed up to offer assistance to those who have suffered a fire loss. To make an application to this program please fill out the information in the refillable PDF application and forward it to Relief@cvfsa.ca You will need to print off your completed PDF application and scan it…

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2018 CONFERENCE AND TRAINING SYMPOSIUM

The Lesser Slave Regional Fire Service is excited to announce that we will be hosting the 2018 Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association – CVFSA annual conference September 27th to 29th. The conference and training symposium open to all volunteer firefighters and CVFSA members. A new training aspect to the conference includes a half day of…

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Appointment of District Chief Carl G. Pearson to the Board of Directors

TORONTO, ON – February 2, 2018 – The national Board of the Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (the CVFSA) is pleased to announce the appointment of District Chief Carl G. Pearson to the Board of Directors. Mr. Pearson has been invited to represent the CVFSA in the role of Director for Ontario. Mr. Pearson brings…

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Don McKee Memorial Scholarship

Established in 2017 to honour the late Donald McKee, one of the earliest board members of the Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA).  Don’s 13 years of dedication to the CVFSA by volunteering his time, professionalism and expertise will never be forgotten.    Eligible applicants are CVFSA members or dependent children of members who are pursuing…

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Jim Hayter Memorial Scholarship

Established in 2017 to honor the late Jim Hayter, a charter member of the Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA). Chief Hayter was also a firefighter with the Alvinston, Ontario Fire Department for 44 years, 15 of which he served as Fire Chief. In addition to his dedication to the Fire Services, Chief Hayter was…

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Volunteers required to serve on the 2018 CVFSA Awards Committee

The CVFSA is currently seeking volunteers to serve on the 2018 Awards Committee. The committee will consist of six participating members, including a chairperson, and five candidates are currently needed to establish the committee. For quorum to be present, the chairperson will work with a committee of at least four members. One individual appointed from   …

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Announcements

Looking back on this year, it’s exciting to see what the Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA) has been accomplishing as an organisation, and how it is working to be the voice of the Canadian volunteer firefighters. From the outset, I need to thank the dedication of our Board members for their continued commitment and…

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