Provincial Funding Supports New Protective Gear For Whitby Firefighters

The Town of Whitby is celebrating a $86,016.09 Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General awarded to Whitby Fire and Emergency Services. The money will help fund the purchase of 26 sets of protective gear for the department, manufactured locally in Toronto.

Thank you to the Province of Ontario and MPP Lorne Coe for this important investment in the safety and well-being of Whitby’s fire crews. 

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“Whitby’s firefighters put their lives on the line every day to keep our community safe, and they deserve the very best equipment to do their jobs safely and effectively. Through funding from the Government of Ontario, Whitby Fire and Emergency Services will be able to purchase 26 new sets of Flame Fighter turnout gear to support the brave men and women who serve with such dedication and professionalism.” – Lorne Coe, MPP for Whitby, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Children, Community and Social Services, and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence, and Security

“The safety of our firefighters and our community is always our top priority. Firefighters already face significant risks in the line of duty, and protecting their long-term health must be part of every decision we make. This provincial investment will help ensure Whitby Fire and Emergency Services has access to gear that  protects our firefighters. The Town of Whitby is grateful for this funding and for the shared commitment to firefighter safety and well-being.” – Elizabeth Roy, Mayor, Town of Whitby

“Firefighting will always involve risk, but providing safe protective equipment is a critical step in protecting those who protect our community. This funding allows us to invest directly in our firefighters’ long-term health while continuing to deliver the highest standard of emergency response to the residents of Whitby.” – Michael Hickey, Fire Chief, Whitby Fire and Emergency Services

For more information about Whitby Fire, visit whitby.ca/Fire.