LAST UPDATED: October 13, 2021 – from SnowbirdAdvisor.ca On October 6, 2021, the federal government announced that by October 30, 2021, all travellers age 12 years and up must be fully vaccinated to board a plane, train or marine vessel in Canada. However, the federal government also stated that it would implement a one-month “transition period” until November 30, 2021, for travellers who are in the process of being vaccinated, … Read More
Queens Park Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial 2021
Remembering our Fallen – SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3rd This Sunday, October 3rd we would have traditionally gathered at the Queens Park Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial to honour the fallen whose names would be forever etched on the memorial. Sadly this year, we will be adding 49 names to our memorial walls. Though we are all disappointed that we are unable to hold … Read More
Ontario Optometrist Strike
As we get older the vast majority of retirees find the need for eye care. If you haven’t been following the recent strike action by Ontario Optometrist here is an update from C.A.R.P. It’s been over 30 days since seniors, children, and Ontarians with serious eye conditions have been without access to OHIP Funded eye care. To date, Ontarians have … Read More
EMAIL…
Just a reminder to all our members and friends, to ensure you receive emails from us it is a good idea to have our email address in your contact list and/or check your spam/junk folder. ***mail@retiredtorontofirefighters.org***
Robert D.J. La Rochelle – Plaza Fire Image
Robert started with the Toronto Fire Department on August 9, 1957, and retired on June 4, 1989. His badge number was 566. The picture was apparently taken at the Plaza Hotel Fire. Words from his son Scottie – “Further down the list is an iconic picture of a firefighter holding a young child. It is titled: Mr. LaRochelle. That would … Read More
IAFF Message – Fire Retardants
It has been known for quite some time that the fire retardants used on furniture etc. could cause cancer and have an impact not only on the everyday user but maybe even more so on firefighters who are exposed during fires. Yesterday the Government of Canada announced a comprehensive plan with regards to chemical flame retardants. National Institutes of Health … Read More
IAFF Message RE: Fire Retardants
It has been known for quite some time that the fire retardants used on furniture etc. could cause cancer and have an impact not only on the everyday user but maybe even more so on firefighters who are exposed during fires. Yesterday the Government of Canada announced a comprehensive plan with regards to chemical flame retardants. National Institutes of Health … Read More
TPFFA L3888 Election Results
Congratulations to all the successful candidates… UNION NOTICE: #21-117 The Elections Committee ( Mike Neely, Brent Barton, Marco Acerbi, Scott Dicks, Andrew Gliosca, Rob Ptolemy ) met at 14 Cosentino Drive earlier today and counted the returned ballots for the Local 3888 Executive Board Elections. Below are the final results of the entire 2021 elections: PresidentPaul Atkinson … Read More
IAFF Parkinson’s Survey
IAFF Canada has launched an online survey which they would like firefighters in Canada affected by Parkinson’s Disease to complete. Please share with your Brother and Sister Fire Fighters. IAFF Canada on Facebook
Welcome Home Craig Wilson
After a 120 day fight with COVID, Craig Wilson has come home. Craig worked many years at TFS Station 235, a short sprint at Station 224, and finished his career at Station 114. In January he was diagnosed with COVID – the short video below sums up his story and happy homecoming! Welcome Home Craig…