Enbridge Gas Assists SWOX Fire and Emergency Services in Supporting Firefighter Training
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Enbridge Gas Assists South-West Oxford Fire and Emergency Services in Supporting Firefighter Training
SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON, November 30, 2023 – Enbridge Gas Inc. (Enbridge Gas) is helping South-West Oxford Fire and Emergency Services purchase firefighting training materials, through Safe Community Project Assist–a program with the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC) that supplements existing training for Ontario volunteer and composite fire departments in the communities where Enbridge Gas operates.
“At Enbridge Gas, safety is at the core of what we do. Providing support to Ontario firefighters with emergency response training, we’re equipping the heroes of tomorrow to better protect the communities we live and work in–keeping them healthy and vibrant,” says Jeremy Reimer, Operations Supervisor, Southeast Region, Enbridge Gas.
This year’s $250,000 donation from Enbridge Gas will be shared by 50 Ontario fire departments, including South-West Oxford Fire and Emergency Services. Funds are used to purchase educational materials to assist in training firefighters in life-saving techniques.
Since the launch of Safe Community Project Assist in 2012, 344 grants have been provided to Ontario fire departments for additional firefighter training.
“Fire departments train every single day and that’s why it’s important for them to have access to the right materials to keep their members and the public safe. Safe Community Project Assist helps departments afford some of these training tools and improves the ongoing learning that occurs across Ontario,” says Jon Pegg, Ontario Fire Marshal, and Chair of the FMPFSC.
“South-West Oxford Fire and Emergency Services is grateful for the donation to put towards training material to ensure firefighters have the most up-to-date resources to meet the growing demands on the fire service and training requirements,” says Fire Chief Rob Serson.
About South-West Oxford Fire and Emergency Services
The South-West Oxford Fire and Emergency Services Department consists of three stations, located in Brownsville, Mount Elgin and Beachville, that service a population of approximately 7,544 residents spanning across 370.48 square kilometers. The mission of South-West Oxford Fire and Emergency Services is to save lives and protect property through emergency services, fire and rescue operations and fire prevention. The department aims to be a leader in the development of fire and emergency services for the growth and well-being of the community. Follow South-West Oxford Fire and Emergency Services on Facebook: @South-West Oxford Fire & Emergency Services; or on Twitter: @FireSwox.
About the FMPFSC
The FMPFSC was established in 1993 with a mission to help create “a world where no one is hurt by fire.” Chaired by the Ontario Fire Marshal, the FMPFSC promotes fire prevention and public education through sponsorships and partnerships with various groups and individuals with an interest in public safety. Follow the FMPFSC on Twitter @FMPFSC.
About Enbridge Gas Inc.
Enbridge Gas is Canada’s largest natural gas storage, transmission and distribution company based in Ontario, with 2023 marking its 175th anniversary of serving customers. The distribution business provides safe, affordable, reliable energy to about 3.9 million customers and is leading the transition to a clean energy future through net-zero emissions targets and investments in innovative low-carbon energy solutions. The storage and transmission business offers a variety of storage and transportation services to customers at the Dawn Hub, the largest integrated underground storage facility in Canada and one of the largest in North America. Enbridge Gas is owned by Enbridge (ENB), a Canadian-based leader in energy transportation and distribution. Visit enbridgegas.com to learn more.
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For more information, please contact:
Julie Middleton, Manager of Legislative Services (Clerk)
Township of South-West Oxford
Tel: 519-485-0477
Email: clerk@swox.org
Kathy Ash, Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council
Tel: 1-866-379-6668 ext. 105
Email: kathy.ash@firesafetycouncil.com
Enbridge Gas Media
Email: enbridgegasmedia@enbridgegas.com