On Saturday, October 5th at 1 pm the Uxbridge Fire Department will be celebrating 150 years of service to Uxbridge They are proudly unveiling their tribute to fallen Firefighters with a small parade beforehand. The bronze was created by none other than our own Scarborough Firefighter Tyler Briley (#551) in …
Observations and Memories
Mental health has consistently been a priority for first responders, particularly concerning PTSD. Additionally, the social and mental well-being of retirees has emerged as a vital aspect. It has been acknowledged that maintaining connections with retired peers and colleagues can have a substantial positive impact on mental health. Surprisingly, activities …
Promotion and Retirements
The poster has already been released, so it’s not a surprise, but let’s take a moment to congratulate Brian Fogarty (#565) and Chris Morgan (#699) on their retirements. Welcome to the ‘R’ Shift, gentlemen. Enjoy this new chapter in your life.
Brian Fogarty and Chris Morgan Retirement Party
RETIREMENT PARTY FOR Brian Fogarty and Chris Morgan Date: Thursday, October 31, 2024, After 2:00 pm At The Harp & Crown Pub -300 Kingston Road Pickering. Tickets: $10.00 – Food Included For Further Information, please get in touch with Greg Brown 233 “B” OR Nathan Hubbard 415 “C” OR Car …
Bryce McDonald Retirement Party
RETIREMENT PARTY For APC Bryce McDonald Come out and help send Bryce off into retirement – Thursday, October 17 – Starting at Noon, The Harp & Crown Pub, 300 Kingston Rd. Pickering Welcome to the ‘R’ Shift Bryce
LODD Ceremony Captain Robert Smith
LODD Ceremony for Retired Captain Robert James Smith February 27th, 1953 – August 9th, 2024 LODD Ceremony arrangements have now been finalized for retired Captain Robert Smith and are as follows. LOCATIONLow & Low Funeral HomePort Perry Chapel1763 Reach StreetPort Perry, ON L9L1A6 VISITATIONThursday, September 12, 2024, from 10:00 AM …
Ted Barnes IAFF Flag Presentation
The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Memorial is a solemn reminder of the bravery and sacrifice of firefighters who have fallen in the line of duty. It’s a place where families, friends, and colleagues can come together to honor their memory and find a sense of closure and peace. …
FOREVER CHEMICALS
“Reflecting on my own career, I cringe at the memory of thinking that a dirty helmet and structural firefighting gear was a badge of honor. I was wrong, and I wish I had known better.” The above statement rings so many bells, that the mere thought brings back the smokey smell and …
ASSISTANCE NEEDED…
The Retired Toronto Fire Fighters Association recently became aware that the families of some Line of Duty Death members did not receive some IAFF items one being the IAFF medal. Robert (Bob) Chrisp (#695) is on the list. I want to see that this gets to his family, but I …
Eric Adams Celebration of Life
Captain Eric Adams – 1948 ~ 2023 It’s with deep sadness we announce the passing of Captain Eric Adams (Seniority #422) on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. Eric started with the Scarborough Fire Department in September 1974 and retired in September 2006. Eric became ill about 3 weeks ago and was …