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Last Seen Profiles
With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of
@BramptonFireES
@BPFFA1068
active member
#418
, Captain Greg Hughes.
Greg began his career in recruit class 2001-01 on October 15, 2001.
Please keep Greg's family, his friends, and his coworkers in your thoughts and prayers.
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With his 2nd pt in tonight’s game, Dangerous
@DanDawson6
moves into 2nd all time in
@NLL
points with 1447! Passing John Grant Jr.-also playing in his 300th game! Congrats from your Fire family Dan we salute your accomplishments!!
@BramptonFireES
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
@TorontoRockLax
3
16
181
A tragic day for families, friends & all involved at this fire. Children 9-12-15yrs old all deceased. Our hearts are broken as we grieve together & try to make sense of this enormous loss.
@ChiefBoyes
@PL416
@BramptonFireES
@PeelPolice
@OPSEU277
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174
Congrats to Captain Ryan Agard on his 25+ years protecting the residents of Brampton.
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4
119
@BramptonFireES
@BPFFA1068
crews attended a house fire this morning where sadly 2 fish perished. The 3 year old boy was devastated. Station 201 "C" Platoon crew's went out and purchased a new tank and 2 new fish and just made the presentation for the little boy
#communityservice
7
20
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Firefighter
#334
Doug Nishimura is working his last shift with
@BramptonFireES
today. Thank you Doug for your 25+ years of dedicated service protecting the citizens of
#Brampton
We hope you enjoy your retirement. Unfortunately
#COVID19
has changed how we can celebrate your career
12
5
111
“The
@BPFFA1068
has made a $1,000 Helping Hands donation to the Ciasullo Family GoFundMe fundraiser.”
@BramptonFireES
0
12
88
Today is Firefighters National Memorial Day across Canada. First observed in 2017, this day serves as a tribute to firefighters who have made the ultimate sacrifice and have died in the line of duty. Please take a moment to reflect, honor and celebrate these lost lives.
@PL416
2
13
81
Congratulations to Firefighter Scott Walker who has reached the milestone of having served the citizens of
#Brampton
for 25 years. Thank you for your service!
@BramptonFireES
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6
78
Our Movember truck is in Toronto this morning attending a press conference to officially kick off the Movemeber fundraising campaign!
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
@MSRC430
are all in attendance.
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14
79
Wishing our partners at
@Peel_Paramedics
@OPSEU277
@ParamedicAssoc
a Happy
#ParamedicServicesWeek
, we salute you and all paramedics across Canada. On behalf of all
@BPFFA1068
@BramptonFireES
members thank you for everything you do.
2
12
67
After 22 years with
@BramptonFireES
, Office Coordinator Jayne Leacock is retiring. Thank you for the dedication you have given to the department and always being the go-to person for our members when they need assistance!!
7
5
68
Congratulations to DC Peter Reid and Captain Bruce Runciman on their 35 years of keeping the residents of Brampton safe
@BramptonFireES
@CityBrampton
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8
70
This morning at Station 201 the
@BfesGuard
along with
@PL416
attended the piping out ceremony honoring the last day for Deputy Chief Gatto. Good luck in your future endeavors Pete!
1
8
67
Today we remember the lives lost 18 years ago and our 343
#FDNY
brothers that paid the ultimate sacrifice and all the other firefighters that have since passed away from 9/11 related illnesses. We will
#NeverForget
#September11th
@BPFFA1068
@IAFFNewsDesk
@opffa
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21
65
After 25+ years of keeping the residents of Brampton safe, Captain Holly Burbridge is retiring! Here is Treasurer Lackie presenting Capt Burbridge with her retirement gift from the BPFFA.
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Today we delivered gifts for children who will be spending Christmas at Brampton Civic Hospital. The gifts were purchased as a donation from our association Helping Hands Fund.
@PL416
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6
60
We here
@BramptonFireES
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
are waking today with heavy hearts & sadness. A 13yr old Brampton girl Emily Victoria Viegas who contracted COVID-19 died last week, becoming one of the youngest victims in Ontario.
Our deepest condolences to the family and friends.
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16
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Firefighters are regularly exposed to critical incidents such as conflict, violence, injury, death. These traumatic events can place individuals at risk of post-traumatic stress disorders (PTSD) or other mental illnesses. Don’t suffer in silence
#BellLetsTalk
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A sad day for all who worked & knew Div Chief Ravjot Singh Chhatwal. Saying goodbye is never easy.Thank you
@BfesGuard
for always sending our members off with dignity & Honour. Our deepest condolences to his family & friends.
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
@DC_RMartin
@BramptonFireES
Today we said goodbye to Div Chief Ravjot Singh Chhatwal.Our final salute to his professionalism, dedication & duty. You will not be forgotten.Our condolences to his family & all who knew him. RIP.
#tradition
#duty
#honour
#remember
#support
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
@BramptonFireES
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A presentation of this Captains helmet to FF.Rob Shortis. As a result of this promotion,Rob will be transferring to Delta Platoon providing leadership & guidance.Please join us in congratulating Capt. Shortis in this next chapter of his career.
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
@BramptonFireES
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4
52
Congratulations to District Chief Doug Dimitroff who has reached the milestone of having served the citizens of
#Brampton
for 25 years. Thank you for your service!
@BramptonFireES
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7
56
Was great to bring
@Toronto_Fire
@MississaugaFES
&
@BramptonFireES
all together supporting the cause with the
#Pink
trucks
@TPFFA
@IAFF1212
1
18
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Today we lay our wreath to honour all brave Canadians in uniform who have served our country.We remember the sacrifices our Veterans made so we can enjoy the freedoms we have today.
#heroes
#LestWeForget
#RemembranceDay
@ChiefBoyes
@PL416
@BramptonFireES
@BfesGuard
@BPFFA1068
0
10
55
With only 1 week left meet your 2022 recruit class in their respective platoons. Graduation is Nov 4th. This chapter ends, their careers journey begins. Buckle up!
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
@BramptonFireES
2
7
56
Congratulations to Captain Peter Cyr who has reached the milestone of having served the citizens of
#Brampton
for 25 years. Thank you for your service!
@BramptonFireES
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5
53
The Executive Committee presented a motion at the start of our General Members meeting passing the gavel to 2nd Vice President James Taylor for his last meeting as an elected union leader. This motion was passed unanimously. Thank you Brother Taylor for your 20+ years of service.
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Today
@BPFFA1068
@BramptonFireES
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
congratulates & wishes Captain Rod Boyes all the best on his retirement. After 41 years of Fire Service with full time & volunteer, 27yrs serving with BFES. "C" shift will miss you.Thanks for your service.We salute your career.
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6
55
Our wrapped fire truck proudly sat today on the parade route for the
#Remembrance2023
day ceremony. A great tribute to all the men and women who served in our Canadian military. Thank you. 🫡
#LestWeForget2023
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Thanks to our sponsors that made
#Pink
pumper 201 a reality and supporting our "Care Enough to Wear Pink" campaign.
#1068CARES
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We supported the
@OPSEU277
Paramedics Home that was Destroyed by the Barrie Tornado please consider a small donation if you're able to help out.
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
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9/11-19yrs later we
@BPFFA1068
remember the 343 FF and EMS workers that sacrificed their lives. An FDNY Ladder 118 races to the twin towers. Every FF on that ladder truck died.If that isn’t the definition of courage I don’t now what is. May they all RIP,
#NeverForget911
0
9
51
Captain Jared Newcombe is presented with his 25 year award from BPFFA L1068. Congratulations Jared!
@BramptonFireES
@BPFFA1068
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3
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Proud of our
@BramptonFireES
@BPFFA1068
members participating in the Trench Rescue Technician Instructor training this week taking place at FESTI. All members working extremely hard this week gaining the knowledge and experience to bring back to their respective platoons.
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11
50
We have made a donation of gift cards from our Helping Hands fund that will be given to children who have to spend Christmas in the Pediatric Unit at Brampton Civic Hospital.
@OslerHealth
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9
50
Today at this site we
@BramptonFireES
mark the beginning of our journey towards
#honoring
our fallen with a new memorial.This $150,000 from
@BPFFA1068
@PL416
& all members of
@BramptonFireES
will help create a beautiful memorial site.
@ChiefBoyes
@BfesGuard
#lodd
thanks to all.
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7
50
No time for the wrap to cure
@starlitegraphic
a breakdown with
@BramptonFireES
#A204
has forced the station 204 crew to switch vehicles and are now using
#PinkTruck18
as a front line vehicle running emergency responses serving the citizens of
@CityBrampton
0
11
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Keep an eye out for our Movember themed wrapped truck as it hits the streets this week to protect the residents of Brampton. Stay tuned fo our fundraising initiatives in support off focusing on mens mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer!
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The Pink Truck Tour is coming! Running a cancer event in October? DM us to request the truck attend We are raising $$$ to help fight
#Cancer
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It is with deepest regret that we inform you of the passing of Brother David Thewlis. Our sincerest condolences go out to his wife, children and extended family. The details of the funeral will be made available soon. Please keep the Thewlis family in your thoughts and prayers.
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Our
@BPFFA1068
@BramptonFireES
Station 202 "A" platoon running the 5km for the
#CIBCRunfortheCure
on air. Great job all.
@RoweSantos
@PL416
@BoyesWilliam
@Charmomof5
@iHarkiratSingh
1
6
49
After 31 years of service to
#Brampton
and the
@BPFFA1068
, Captain Gorman completed his final shift this morning. All the best!
@opffa
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9
46
Congratulations to
@BPFFA1068
President Paul Lecompte
@PL416
on being re-elected President for another 2-year term. Congratulations Paul!
@opffa
@IAFFCanada
@iaff13th
@BramptonFireES
11
5
49
Treasurer McGee presenting retiring Captain Rick Saran his plaque for his 32 years of service. Thank you Rick for all your dedication, professionalism and service. Your Fire family
@BramptonFireES
and
@CityBrampton
appreciate you.
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
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4
45
Our deepest condolences to
@PennWynneFire
& all who knew volunteer Firefighter & Canadian Sean DeMuynck He died Sunday while battling a house fire during his last call before he & his wife were set to move back home to Canada Monday.
#lodd
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
@BramptonFireES
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10
47
Congratulations to Firefighter Doug Nishimura who has reached the milestone of having served the citizens of
#Brampton
for 25 years. Thank you for your service!
@BramptonFireES
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4
48
Throughout their firefighter journey many benchmark moments are created. As the BFES recruits grow we aim to keep polishing not only their skills but their look. Keep up the good work.
@BramptonFireES
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
#tradition
#newhelmets
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4
48
Thanks to Firefighter Dan Palmer who has served the citizens of
#Brampton
for the last 33 years. Dan is working his last shift today
@BramptonFireES
station 207 with his son. Enjoy retirement Dan
#Congratulations
#Legend
@opffa
@IAFFCanada
0
2
47
Tragic news out of Quebec. A firefighter died on duty while fighting a fire in Boischatel, Saturday night, in Côte-de-Beaupré. We mourn with you through this very difficult time.
@BramptonFireES
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
#lodd
#Duty
#Boischatel
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7
47
Brampton fires Katie Ross
@fitefitkatie
the current world record holder, breaks her own record running a 1:56.17 at the Midwest regional combat challenge in the USA. Congrats Katie & thanks for representing us internationally as our Champion.
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7
48
Presented Firefighter Gordon Windell with his
#IAFF
Retirement plaque yesterday. Gord has served the citizens of
#Brampton
for the past 30 years. Thank you for your service Gord enjoy your retirement.
@Kane452
@BoyesWilliam
@patrickbrownont
@opffa
@IAFFCanada
2
6
45
When a Police car, Fire Truck or Ambulance is approaching please pull over to the right and stop.
@PeelPoliceMedia
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48
Gone but not forgotten. RIP Brother McCready
It’s hard to believe it’s been 8 yrs since we lost a very dedicated & extremely talented member of our
#curling
Association.
#Firefighter
Shane McCready was taken at the early age of 37 by cancer
#LODD
@CanFirefighters
@BramptonFireES
@CurlON_
@CurlingCanada
#GoneTooSoon
#Cancer
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7
47
Communications Officer Anita Koczekan is working her last shift tonight for
@BramptonFireES
@BPFFA1068
Anita is retiring after 13+ years of service to the residents of
#Peel
Congratulations Anita and all the best in retirement.
#531
@MelroseNB
7
6
48
Below are the funeral details for Division Chief Chhatwal. Full dress uniform is expected. Hats will be removed and rumals provided at the venue.I hope to see you all there so we can honour and remember Rav, & support his family.
@ChiefBoyes
@BramptonFireES
@PL416
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Help support Brampton Fire Fighters
@BramptonFireES
raise funds for
#Movember
it's not too late order your mask. We will mail it directly to your home or office. Purchase by visiting all proceeds are being donated to
@MovemberCA
#endthestigma
#MensHealth
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46
Our thoughts and prayers are with all involved in this incident this evening.
Paramedicine is an ultra hazardous profession. Thank you to
@peel_pa
@BPFFA1068
for your response.
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15
43
Congratulations👏🏽 to Katie Ross aka
@firefitkatie
for her wins at the Firefighter Combat Challenge south of the border. So proud of you! Also a huge thanks for representing us and being an inspiration to all.
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7
46
1st Vice President
@Kane452
& Secretary
@RK450
present
@BramptonFireES
@BPFFA1068
Captain Dan Poirier with his
#IAFF
retirement plaque. Thank you for your 26 years of service to the citizens of
#Brampton
. Enjoy your retirement Dan.
@opffa
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3
45
The passing of retired firefighter Mike Foley on April 15,2024 has been determined to be a LODD, due to a 37yr career with
@BramptonFireES
joining Local 1068 on Sept.1,1970, known as an original “Smoke Eater!” We miss you brother. Our condolences to his family.
#lodd
#sacrifice
1
6
46
Congratulations to Greg Enright
#378
on his promotion to Captain on "B" platoon. Congratulations Greg! Job well done.
@BramptonFireES
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3
45
1st Vice President
@Kane452
2nd Vice President
@MichaelManiezzo
and Secretary
@RK450
present
@BramptonFireES
@BPFFA1068
Captain Dan Thistle with his
#IAFF
retirement plaque. Thank you for your 30+ years of service to the citizens of
#Brampton
. Enjoy your retirement Dan.
@opffa
4
3
44
We want to remind residents after heavy snowfalls and drifting snow to always make sure their furnace intake and exhaust are clear of obstruction. If blocked, it may cause a CO buildup in your home.
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7
44
Congratulations to Firefighter Brent Hastings who has reached the milestone of having served the citizens of
#Brampton
for 25 years. Thank you for your service!
@BramptonFireES
@BPFFA1068
1
5
41
Gone, but not forgotten. Firefighter Shane G. McCready, died in the line of duty. October 26, 2012
3
10
45
20 years today 343 members of the New York City Fire Department made the supreme sacrifice in the performance of duty at the World Trade Centre. We will
#NeverForget
and will always remember.
0
10
43
President Lecompte charing our first ever virtual General Members Meeting. Big thanks to all our members who are participating
@IAFFCanada
@opffa
2
4
43
Congrats to Captain Greenham. 2nd VP
@MichaelManiezzo
presents Tyler with his new helmet.
@IAFFCanada
@opffa
@CityBrampton
3
2
42
Thanks to
@patrickbrownont
for sending over the care package for
@BPFFA1068
@BramptonFireES
"C" Platoon members. Much appreciated.
@ChiefBoyes
@PL416
0
11
43
Well our First Annual Retiree Lunch happened today. Legendary retired members attended a Historic event, in the present day.Has to be the largest gathering of our retired members to date.Blessed to have everyone there. (The Doug’s photo is epic)
#family
#tradition
#goodolddays
2
9
43
Our Movember truck will be in service starting today! If you see it around Brampton, safely take a picture of it and use the hashtag
#MovemberBFES
so we can see it.
2
7
43
It’s our pleasure to announce the promotion of Training Officer Mark Brewer to the rank of Captain.
On behalf of
@ChiefBoyes
,
@DC_RMartin
,
@murdoch_r
please join us in congratulating Mark on his promotion!He’s an excellent addition to our training division.
#hardworkpaysoff
3
3
42
Happy St. Patrick’s day
From all of us here
@BramptonFireES
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
May your troubles be less and your blessings be more and nothing but happiness come through your door.
#StPatricksDay
#luck
2
8
41
Thank you to our Communications Staff, Fire Suppression personnel and all 1st responders working today. Spending the day away from their own families to protect the citizens we serve.
#FamilyDay
@BramptonFireES
@PeelPolice
@Peel_Paramedics
@MississaugaFES
@CaledonFire
0
6
41
Congratulations to Shaun McGee
@Irescueu911
in his election win for the position of Treasurer. Looking forward to your contributions and leadership on the executive for our local!
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1
42
We saw the worst & the best in people that day. Although 9/11 was 22 yrs ago it feels like only yesterday to some.We need to always make time to remember those that made the ultimate sacrifice.
#NeverForget911
#FDNY
#tradition
#sacrifice
#duty
#honour
1
6
41
Today EMS lay flowers near where Const.Andrew Hong was killed.
@IAFF1212
&
@BramptonFireES
will always show respect,support & condolences to our brothers & sisters in blue
@TorontoPolice
thanks Chiefs for representing us all.We stand together in their loss.
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
0
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On this day - firefighter Brother & Captain Brian Ritchie died as a result of LODD. We take time to pause & remember the sacrifices made by one of our own members. You will never be forgotten Brian.
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
@BramptonFireES
@BfesGuard
#honour
#remember
#support
#cfff
4
7
41
Some of our members participated in a charity lacrosse game along with Toronto Fire against the Toronto Police Services yesterday. Even though our team was not victorious (final score 6 - 4), we did raise money for Camp FACES and KidSport Ontario!
1
3
39
Congratulations to Vic Coelho
#500
on his promotion to Training Coordinator in the
@BramptonFireES
Training Division. Wishing you all the best in your new role.
3
6
41
Purchase your very own Movember Mask. We are selling masks to support
@MovemberCA
foundation all proceeds will support men's health issues. Click the link to buy your mask. Watch for our
#Movember
fire truck that will be out running calls very soon.
3
16
41
Loading up vehicles to deliver food to families in need as part of the Hand up For Kids program in partnership with
@globalmedicdmgf
@CityBrampton
1
5
41
Congratulations to Ken Cox on his retirement from
@BramptonFireES
thanks to
@BfesGuard
for piping Ken out of Station 205 this morning.
3
5
41
For those unable to attend, in person, today's funeral services for
@BPFFA1068
@BramptonFireES
Captain - Greg Hughes, North Bramalea United Church will stream the proceedings.
Click link- to virtually attend today's services.
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5
40
For 4 weeks we collected donations from
@BPFFA1068
, Members. On behalf of our 503 Members we donated $10,000 to Local Food Bank Anchors
@Khalsa_Aid
@RegenBrampton
@unitedsikhs
and
@Knights_Table
Thanks to these great organizations for supporting
#Brampton
#InThisTogether
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Today, we remember and honor those brave soldiers. Our world would be very different today without those who fought in
#WW2
. Thank your for your sacrifices
#LestWeForget
#CanadaRemembers
3
13
37
Congratulations Brent wishing you all the best in retirement. Thank you for your service.
Got to present
@BramptonFireES
@BPFFA1068
Firefighter/ member
#267
Brent Vasey with his
@IAFFNewsDesk
retiree certificate. Brent has served the
@CityBrampton
residents for 34+ years. Thank you for your service Brent. Wishing you all the best in retirement.
@opffa
@IAFFCanada
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4
38
Great news
@CityBrampton
council has passed the
#2017
budget 20 additional Firefighters to be added. Aerial209 will become a reality
@opffa
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We have made a $1,000 donation from our Helping Hands fund to the Brampton Royals 16U baseball team.
@BMBaseballinc
0
5
37
Congratulations to District Chief Mark Evans who just finished his last shift after 39+ years of service with
@BramptonFireES
@BPFFA1068
Enjoy retirement Mark!
@opffa
@IAFFCanada
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4
37
Congratulations
@CityBrampton
@BramptonFireES
@BPFFA1068
members, for raising $12,504.70 with a few more donations to come in for
@MovemberCA
. Funds were raised through donations. Great job, everyone!
@CityBrampton
@opffa
@IAFFCanada
@iaff13th
@ChiefBoyes
@MSRC430
@IAFFPresident
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8
38
Our hearts are heavy as we hear the tragic news about the on-duty death of Cst. Jeffrey Northrup of
@TorontoPolice
. We extend our condolences to his family, friends and co-workers.
#HeroesInLife
@PL416
@ChiefBoyes
@BramptonFireES
#lodd
#sacrifice
#duty
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An amazing video that explains just how important the Camaraderie is and how much we value and depend on each...
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