Enbridge Gas is helping Caledon Fire & Emergency Services purchase firefighting training materials, through Safe Community Project Assist.
The program supplements existing training for Ontario volunteer and composite fire departments in the communities where Enbridge operates.
“At Enbridge Gas, safety is our priority. We’re proud to support Ontario firefighters who share our commitment to keeping our communities safe,” says Bike Balkanci, Director, GTA West/Niagara Operations, Enbridge Gas.
This year’s $250,000 donation from Enbridge Gas will be shared by 50 Ontario fire departments, including Caledon.
Funds will be used to purchase educational materials for firefighters to enhance life-saving techniques.
“Safe Community Project Assist improves access to training materials for fire departments,” says Jon Pegg, Ontario Fire Marshal and Chair of the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council.
“Firefighting can be dangerous and unpredictable, and these training materials positively contribute to the health and safety of firefighters and the broader community.”
Enbridge Gas Inc., formed on January 1, 2019 from the amalgamation of Union Gas Limited and Enbridge Gas Distribution, is Canada’s largest natural gas storage, transmission and distribution company based in Ontario.
“Caledon Fire & Emergency Services has always considered public safety to be our number one priority,” says Fire Chief Dave Forfar.
“The partnership with Enbridge Gas is an excellent opportunity to continue to meet this mandate and promote public safety through community partnerships.”
