Enbridge Gas is helping OroMedonte Fire & Emergency Services purchase firefighting training materials, through the Project Assist program.
This year’s $100,000 donation from Enbridge Gas will be shared by 20 Ontario fire departments, including Oro-Medonte Fire & Emergency Service and the funds will be used to purchase educational materials for firefighters to enhance life-saving techniques.
“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 Region Operations, Enbridge Gas.
Since the launch of Project Assist in 2012, 194 grants have been provided to Ontario fire departments for additional firefighter training.
“Project Assist improves access to training materials for fire departments,” says Jon Pegg, Ontario Fire Marshal. “Firefighting can be dangerous and unpredictable, and these training materials positively contribute to the health and safety of firefighters and the broader community.”
“Oro-Medonte Fire & Emergency Services is appreciative and thanks Enbridge Gas for their generous donation to the department through Project Assist,” says Fire Chief Hugh Murray. “This funding will greatly assist and enhance the department’s firefighting training program, safeguarding the health and safety of Oro-Medonte firefighters, the local community and our neighbours.”