Our golf outing at Sunnybrae on June 4th is just around the corner! If anyone is still organizing their group, now is the time to finalize your foursomes. For those who don’t have a full team, it’s encouraging to know that groups are looking for players to join them.
We currently have spots for two (2) single players. (as of May 23rd)
For more information on our golf day and to register, follow the link below.
June Golf 2025
Hey everyone! Our first golf outing of the year is happening on Wednesday, June 4th, and we can’t wait to see you there! Gather your foursomes, spread the word, and join us for a fantastic day. Everyone’s welcome!
It’s the same great format—enjoy a day of camaraderie and golf, followed by a delicious BBQ dinner.
Note – currently we have room for 2 single players.
Cost: $90.00 (includes the BBQ dinner). Location: Sunnybrae Golf Club, 1430 King Street, Port Perry, ON.
📅 Registration deadline: May 26th, 2025.
👉 How to Register:
Please register by May 26th so we can give registration numbers to the golf course.
IN THE CARE OF
Paul O’Connor Funeral Home
Richard Thomas Turner (Retired Captain, Toronto Fire Services)
Passed away peacefully after a courageous and determined battle with cancer on Monday, April 28, 2025, in his 73rd year. Rick was a loving and proud father to Dallas Turner, Will and Emma Woodbin,e and grandfather to Justice Turner. Rick will be fondly remembered by Nancy Woodbine. He was predeceased by his parents, William James Turner and Betty Isobel (nee Copp). He is survived by his brothers Ken (Kimberly), Frank (Lianne), and his sisters Mary (Gord), Jean (Danny,) and Trish (Colin). He will be remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Rick began his career with the Scarborough Fire Department and retired as a Captain from the Toronto Fire Department after 36 years of service. Rick was a former employee of Giffen-Mack Funeral Home on Danforth Avenue, where he worked part-time as a Funeral Director’s Assistant for a number of years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend at Paul O’Connor Funeral Home, 1939 Lawrence Ave. East (just west of Warden Ave.) on Monday, May 12th from 12:30 p.m. until the time of a Memorial Service in the Chapel at 2 p.m. The service will be available through Livestream for those who are unable to attend. The link will be posted when available. If desired, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Rick, you will be missed!
“Do not go gentle into that good night” – Dylan Thomas.
It is with a heavy heart that we share the sad news of Rick Turner’s (#419) passing. His brother, Ken (#485), informed me of this yesterday.
Details of Rick’s funeral arrangements will follow shortly.
On behalf of the Scarborough Retired Fire Fighters, we extend our deepest condolences to Rick’s family and friends during this difficult time.
Fraternally, John V
Subject: 2025 Rob Penney Slow Pitch Tournament
To: All Members
Calling all Brothers & Sisters!
The Annual Rob Penney Slow Pitch Tournament is back! This historic annual L3888 event promises to be the fun-filled tournament you’ve heard endless stories about.
Rob Penney was a respected and loved member of our department who, unfortunately, lost his battle with cancer at a time when job-related Cancer was barely on the public radar. Thanks to his dear friend, District Chief Dave Pineau, the Rob Penney tournament was created to keep his name alive for his family, as well as to raise money for cancer research. Since 1989, over one million dollars has been raised for the Canadian Firefighters’ Cancer Research Fund at Princess Margaret Hospital.
Cancer has become too common a word on this job, and this event is your opportunity to support a cause that unfortunately affects all of us. Your participation in this tournament directly supports research into work-related cancers. Come out and support a cause that will surely impact your life, if it hasn’t already.
We need your help to make this one of the most successful tournaments to date. Let’s continue the fight to conquer cancer in our lifetime.
Get your team together and register online here:
LINK
Once again, the tournament will be held at East Point Park, located at 101 Copperfield Road in Toronto.
There is a 16-team registration cap on each day of the tournament, so get your team registered now!
Dates for the Tournament are as follows:
Wednesday, June 25…….A platoon working (D platoon coming off shift).
Thursday, June 26……….C platoon working (A platoon coming off shift).
Friday, June 27……………B platoon working (C platoon coming off shift).
Monday, June 30……….D platoon working (B platoon coming off shift).
Training, Mechanical, Public Education, Fire Prevention, and Communications can be accommodated on any of these dates.
**Operations Firefighters are also welcome to sign up for any day or multiple days, or multiple teams.**
Team Fee is $400.00 (10 players on the field at a time).
BBQ breakfast & lunch will be available for purchase.
Non-alcoholic beverages will be available through Support 7. Alcoholic beverages will NOT be available for purchase as the Association has not been able to secure a Special Occasions Permit.
If you have any questions or would like to volunteer and help out at the event, please contact:
Gerlando Peritore peritore@torontofirefighters.org
Derrick Burke d.burke@torontofirefighters.org
Suzanne Boss sboss@torontofirefighters.org
DEADLINE for Team Registration is: Monday, June 9, 2025
Thank you,
TPFFA Rob Penney Committee
IAFF Local 3888
Join Us for Summer Lunches in Port Perry
Spring is finally here, and with the warmer weather comes the return of our Scarborough Retired Fire Fighters’ summer lunches!
The first gathering will take place on Thursday, May 8th, starting around 11:30 AM at
The Lakeview Pub on Water Street in Port Perry.
Come and enjoy the sunshine while catching up with old friends—there’s no better way to welcome the season!
P.S. If you can’t join us this time, don’t worry—the lunches will continue on the second Thursday of each month, right through to October.
Funeral Information for David Thomas MacDonald GTMAA-16Apr2025
RIP, Our Dear Friend Dave MacDonald! Gone but Never Forgotten
Celebrating the Life of David Thomas MacDonald
David slipped away peacefully at Southlake Health on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, with his girls by his side.
David was the beloved husband of Peggy (nee Burnett). Devoted father to Pauline (James Sadlier) and Jennifer. Loving brother-in-law to Heather (Paul Pappas). Doting grandpa to Andrew and Gabbi, and their daughter Ellie, Elizabeth, Colton, and Cassidee. Caring brother of Bert and Lynda MacDonald and Margo and Barry Villiers.
David was a retired LCBO Manager. His passion from a very young age was the fire service. His dedication to this showed with nearly five decades serving Toronto Fire through G.T.M.A.A. and Support 7.
Memorial visitation will be held at Taylor Funeral Home, 524 Davis Drive, Newmarket, on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. A service to celebrate his Life will take place in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Camp Bucko or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kathleen Macdonald, mother of Colin (#550) and spouse of the late Jim Macdonald (#281). Below are the details for the funeral arrangements. We extend our sincerest condolences to Colin’s family and friends from the Scarborough Retired Firefighters.I
Macdonald (nee Anderson) Kathleen Teresa 1936-2025
In her 90th year, our beloved Mother reunited with many other cherished family members on April 4, 2025, after a courageous battle with long-term illnesses. Mom was a warrior, but those in heaven have finally won their time with her.
Much-loved spouse of James Colin (pre-deceased 2011), daughter of Charles and Lillian Anderson (pre-deceased), and the last remaining sibling of 12.
Devoted mother of Colin (Analyn), Karen (Doug), Robert (pre-deceased 2024), Janet (John), James, Ian (Shuyang), Michelle (Robert), Danielle (pre-deceased 1989), and Nicole (Stephen).
Will be lovingly remembered by her 10 grandchildren: Amy, Lindsay, Danielle, Bradley, Carly, Brent, William, Michael, James, and Kathleen Alexandra.
Great-grandmother of Carter, Chase, Laila, Caleb, Cohen, Braelyn, Max, Molly, Patrick, and Annie.
Mom leaves a true legacy of loving and caring for others, and made a strong and positive impact on all she knew.
Visitation on Thursday, April 10th, from 4 pm-8 pm at Paul O’Connor Funeral Home, 1939 Lawrence Ave. E., Scarborough, ONT.
Funeral service to be held at 10:30am on Friday April 11th at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 3170 St. Clair Avenue East, Scarborough, ONT. with interment to follow at Pine Hills Cemetery, 625 Birchmount Rd. Scarborough, ONT.
In lieu of flowers, our family would appreciate donations to Houses of Providence, a part of Unity Health Foundation.
Ah, springtime—the season of renewal and warmth…except when it forgets its job description. Seems like spring has sprung in all the wrong directions this year, and not just weather-wise!
But hey, we’re still here, thriving in retirement and making the most of it. So let’s get together and celebrate life, stories, and the occasional ridiculousness of the world.
The Scarborough Retired Firefighters’ lunch is happening on Thursday, April 10th. It’s at the Harp & Crown Pub in Pickering (Kingston & Altona Rds.), kicking off at around 11:30 AM.
With all the chaos in the world (looking at you, certain southern neighbors), come out and leave the nonsense behind. Let’s share some laughs, some stories, and remind ourselves why retirement is the best gig ever.
See you there!
There is more to it than just having a Will; if you don’t have a plan or just want to learn more, consider attending this 3888 Education Seminar on Estate Planning. Location is the 3888 Association office located at 14 Cosentino Drive, Toronto, Ontario, M1P 3A2
Education Seminar – April 23, 2025, Estate Planning
Post Date: March 28, 2025
Subject: Education Seminar – April 23, 2025 Estate Planning
To: All Members and Retirees
Back by popular demand and for one session only, the Education Committee is pleased to invite all members and retirees to learn about estate planning. Regardless of where you are in life, this incredible opportunity to learn about all aspects of estate planning and tax law will be extremely useful. The presenter, Georgia Swan, is a lawyer who specializes in estate planning, family law, and tax law. Georgia is a friend to firefighters and works for TD Wealth Services; However, she will not be selling or pushing products and services – only educating us as indicated below:
Estate Planning – What is it all about?
By now, many of us know the importance of having a will, a continuing power of attorney for property, and a power of attorney for personal care in place. What can be confusing, however, is understanding what these documents are, why you should have them, what they are designed to do, and what decisions must be made to get them drafted properly. Is there a difference between getting a Will or Power of Attorney drafted and getting an estate plan done? How are estate planning decisions affected by real estate law, family law, tax law and business law considerations? In this program, we will explain the estate planning process, but will also touch on specific issues such as planning for vulnerable beneficiaries, trusts, cottages and other special assets, foreign assets and beneficiaries, taxation, and other legal issues when you are considering transitioning assets while you are alive.
The committee has secured Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at the Association office for the presentation. Light breakfast options will be available at 8:15 am, with presentations beginning at 8:45 am.
To reserve your spot, please click on the link below.
https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/68N65B140b9Y4dl9fb
In Solidarity,
Ryan Morrison
Education Committee Chair
Toronto Professional Fire Fighters’ Association
I.A.F.F. Local 3888
Please join us in Honouring CSM-Fire Captain Stanley Harris Egerton
Sunday, April 6, 2025 – 1 pm – 4 pm
The Egerton Mess, Captain Bellenden S. Hutcheson VC Armoury, 66 Birmingham Street, Etobicoke.
