Congrats go out to John Mogavero (#763) and Robert (Rob) Posa (#774) on their recent retirements from the TFS. John and Rob started with the Scarborough Fire Department in 1990 and 1991, and retire with 32 and 31 years of service. Update – After 25 years of service we also …
OMERS 2021 Report
OMERS has released its 2021 Annual report. For 2021 OMERS saw a 15.7% net return on investments. For all the details this link will take you to OMERS News. OMERS AVC holders can go to their MYOMERS account to see how they performed. “OMERS, the defined benefit pension plan for …
Donations to Ukraine
If you are looking to support Ukraine during this war started by Russia, please be aware that there are phishing scams out there using doctored videos, etc. asking for donations. You may want to consider such places as – The Friends of Ukraine Defense Forces Fund; The Canada-Ukraine Foundation; and …
License Plate Sticker Scam
If you have not heard there is a scam going around regarding the license sticker refunds recently announced by the Ford government. Police are warning of a License Plate Sticker refund scam. Note:- Service Ontario DOES NOT refund via text messages. Below Peel Police released an image of a text …
Joanne (Runia) Harris Funeral Notice
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Wayne Haris’s (#372) wife Joanne Harris, Wayne’s wife. Joanne passed away Friday, February 11 at home. She had suffered a stroke last October. Her wishes were for cremation and no funeral service. Condolences may be sent to Wayne Harris at 10 …
Bob Drummond Funeral Notice
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of former Assistant Deputy Chief Robert Drummond Seniority #233. Bob started with Scarborough Fire in June of 1963 and retired as Assistant Deputy Chief in March of 1998 Bob passed away peacefully in his 81st year on January 12, 2022, in hospital. …
A Beautiful Story…
This month will mark four years since the tragic loss of Earl Strong (#804). This is a beautiful heart touching story from Janice Hoy, Earl Strongs wife. (Listen to the audio if you have time) As January 22nd approaches remember Earl and have Janice and the boys in your thoughts. …
Ontario Staycation Tax Credit
If you are planning to ‘explore’ the province this year this tax credit may work for you. While the sums aren’t huge any money back is better than none! “To help the tourism and hospitality sectors recover, and encourage Ontario families to explore the province, the government is proposing a …
Seniors Home Safety Tax Credit
As the years slide by and we get up there in age, some may be looking for ways to upgrade their homes so they may stay in them longer. If this is you then this tax credit may be of interest. Please see the overview and link below for more …
2021 – A Look Back
As we slide into 2022, the spread of the Omicron variant is certainly trying to push things backward. The Ford government is looking to change how case numbers are reported and for some recommending dose number four. Who’s already trying to book the fourth dose for three months from now? …