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Commissioner of Community Services & (A) Fire Chief at the City of Brampton - PhD, University of Toronto

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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
1 year
2023 marks 100 years of active service for my Dad-Richard (Chief), brothers (Frank-Sergeant & Rob-(A) Captain) & I in the emergency services. We are incredibly proud of continuing the legacy started in 1948 by my Grandfather, Chief William Boyes who served & passed in 1980 (LODD)
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@ChiefBoyes
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4 years
Today @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Station 206 “B” was thrilled to attend Jessica’s 22nd birthday & Firefighter James provided an amazing serenade! Thank you Jessica for letting us share in your special day! On behalf of the whole Department-Happy BDAY! #proudchief @CityBrampton
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
On behalf of @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @CityBrampton , we extend our deepest condolences to the families & friends impacted by this morning’s tragic fire & the loss of 3 children. This is a heartbreaking day for the whole community.
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@ChiefBoyes
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4 years
On behalf of @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 our thoughts & prayers go to all affected by today’s incident @ Torbram & Countryside. It’s a tragic reminder of the difficult circumstances 1st responders face & the critical work of our Peer Support teams. @PeelPolice @Peel_Paramedics
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@ChiefBoyes
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. @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @CityBrampton are profoundly saddened by the loss of Division Chief Chhatwal. Rav exuded joy and kindness to all he encountered, and demonstrated incredible leadership in helping build a safer and more inclusive fire department and community. #rip
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@CityBrampton
City of Brampton
1 year
Flags at Brampton City Hall and Brampton Fire facilities are at half-mast until sunset tomorrow in memory of @BramptonFireES Division Chief of Fire Life Safety Education, Ravjot Chhatwal.
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@ChiefBoyes
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4 years
Very happy to announce our newest @CityBrampton Fire Management Team member! Division Chief Chhatwal @AsstDeputyChief will lead our @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Fire and Life Safety Education Division. His leadership in this critical role will help keep our community safe!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Today, @CityBrampton Council unanimously approved @BramptonFireES plans to purchase a fully electric-powered fire truck! Excited to be joining a small number of world class cities-Berlin, Amsterdam, Dubai, Los Angeles & Vancouver! #zeroemissions #green #sustainability #innovation
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
While we all mourn, I want to acknowledge the heroic actions undertaken by all our firefighters, commanding officers & dispatchers along w/ @PeelPolice & @Peel_Paramedics who were faced with extremely difficult fire and weather conditions today. Thank you 🙏
@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
On behalf of @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @CityBrampton , we extend our deepest condolences to the families & friends impacted by this morning’s tragic fire & the loss of 3 children. This is a heartbreaking day for the whole community.
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@ChiefBoyes
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3 years
. @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Deputy Martin @DC_RMartin solidly repping out 60 push ups while raising funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel - TIM HORTONS MOVE FOR KIDS' SAKE. Awesome work Rob!!!! 💪 💪 Donate to the Brampton Fire team at:
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
An incredibly tragic day for our community. I want to recognize the courage, bravery & tireless efforts of our @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 firefighters, dispatchers, command team, @PeelPolice @Peel_Paramedics @ONFireMarshal & BFES investigators. 🙏
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
1 year
Today, @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @CityBrampton had the opportunity to honour and remember Division Chief Rav Chhatwal. #RIP my friend. You were a trailblazer and role model that has left an incredible legacy. TY @BfesGuard for your professionalism & service today.
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Extremely proud to share that my Dad @BoyesRD is now the Fire Chief of St. Clair Township! With 49+ years of fire service experience (many as a Chief), he continues to serve. A huge inspiration & role model to me & my 2 brothers who currently work in the fire and police service.
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
Congrats to District Chief Jim Taylor on your retirement after 40 yrs of service to @CityBrampton @BramptonFireES ! Jim was a long time union leader & President of @BPFFA1068 . Jim has led a # of fire service initiatives & is a good friend. All the best!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Proud to announce Chantelle Cosgrove as @BramptonFireES Division Chief of Fire Prevention & the newest member of Fire Management Team! Chantelle has 23+ years of service w/ @CityBrampton & the last 6 years as @BPFFA1068 Asst. Div. Chief. #Congratulations
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
Pleased to announce Rob Martin @DC_RMartin as our new @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Deputy Fire Chief of Operations & Training commencing November 30th. On behalf of everyone in @CityBrampton , welcome to the team Deputy Martin! Rob joins us from @CityKitchener @KitchFire
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 months
With profound sadness, I share the passing of Firefighter Bruce Paterson. He began his career w/ @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 in 2000, currently serving at Station 211 “D” Platoon. Thoughts & prayers of BFES & @CityBrampton are with his family & friends. RIP Firefighter Paterson 🙏
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Tomorrow, 21 new @CityBrampton @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 recruits start their career with us commencing with a 14 week recruit training program. They will be serving Brampton for decades to come, helping many and beginning an incredibly rewarding career. #publicservice
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
Extremely saddened to report that 2 adults & 3 children have lost their lives in this tragic fire. One additional adult has been transported to hospital. Our thoughts & prayers go out to all the impacted family & friends. @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 mourns with you. @CityBrampton
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Brampton Fire & Emergency Services
2 years
BFES crews working at a second alarm fire Kennedy Rd and Sandalwood Pkwy, multiple patients, multiple agencies on scene. Avoid the area door to heavy traffic ^mdc
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
Today on 9/11, @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 and responders across Peel will be remembering all those that lost their lives, including 412 emergency workers with 343 being Firefighters. Flags at all @CityBrampton fire stations will be lowered today. #911neverforget @FDNY
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
1 year
Happy to welcome an important addition to our @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 emergency response capabilities. This new Rescue Truck will be outfitted with equipment to meet the demands of our growing city. #HeavyRescue
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
Chiefs from @BramptonFireES @PeelPolice @Peel_Paramedics @MississaugaFES @CaledonFire @BEMOprepared are working together to ensure coordination & collaboration in maintaining essential emergency service delivery. Residents should know we are ready & able to respond as required.
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
6 years
Today @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 remembers and honours Firefighter Dave Thewlis while supporting his family and friends in this difficult and sad time. Our collective hearts are hurting. RIP FF Thewlis. You’re already missed by so many.
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
6 years
Very proud to see my Grandfather, Fire Chief William Boyes, be added to the @CanFirefighters Memorial in Ottawa w/ all other FFs who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Nice to be joined by my Dad @OAFC_Ex_Dir & brothers who work in fire & police service @ONFireChiefs @BramptonFireES
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
#NeverForget the nearly 3000 lives lost 20 years ago, including 343 @FDNY Firefighters, 23 @NYPDnews Police Officers and 37 Port Authority Officers - @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @BfesGuard
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
Paying respects at the large memorial at Torbram & Countryside on behalf of all @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 members to honour and remember the Ciasullo family and the tragic loss of Karolina, Klara, Lilianna & Mila. May they Rest In Peace.
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
Tremendous effort early this morning by @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 “A” Platoon incident commanders, crews, and comm ops to contain the fire at McLaughlin & Bovaird! Heavy snow made conditions more difficult than normal. Drone pic below. TY @PeelPolice @Peel_Paramedics #proudchief
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
The first day of Firefighters working at @OslerHealth Vaccination sites! Incredibly proud of our @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 staff for adapting and contributing alongside our healthcare professionals 👏. @CityBrampton #GetVaccinated
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Today is #BellLetsTalk   Day and @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @CityBrampton are joining the conversation around #MentalHealth . Let’s overcome the stigma together and stay emotionally connected while physically distanced!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
Spent the last little while in deep study mode for comprehensive exams and today I found out - I passed! Extremely happy to move on to the dissertation stage of my PhD @OISEUofT @UofT Lots of work ahead, but it is moving forward.
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@ChiefBoyes
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2 years
A momentous day for @BramptonFireES @CityBrampton as we begin moving into our new HQ! Phase 1 is near completion & Phase 2 (outdoor training & @BPFFA1068 Firefighter Memorial) will commence soon. Our new HQ has been years in the making & is a transformative addition to our FD.
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Congratulations @BramptonFireES Platoon Chief Gord Fowler on your retirement after 32+ years of service with @CityBrampton @BPFFA1068 ! 🙏for your leadership & dedication to our community & for the incredible legacy left in so many areas, especially firefighter health & safety!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Huge smiles under the masks during 1st tour of the new @CityBrampton @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Fire Campus. It will house our new Fire Station 203, Headquarters, Indoor Training Facilities, Emergency Operations Centre, Outdoor Training Props & Fallen FF Memorial. Open late 2022!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
Congratulations to Deputy Chief Peter Gatto on your upcoming retirement after 30 yrs with @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @CityBrampton ! Deputy Gatto has helped make Brampton a safer community through his service, dedication & leadership on many initiatives & we wish him all the best!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
5 years
One (of many) moments in a career where I’m proud to have been a @BPFFA1068 firefighter & now @BramptonFireES Fire Chief! When the pipes & drums sound, all who have served understand & respect the sacrifice this job can require. This weekend 250 names are added to @IAFFMemorial
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Very pleased to announce the promotion of Richard Murdoch to @BramptonFireES Platoon Chief. Rich has played key roles in BFES over his 25+ years with @CityBrampton @BPFFA1068 including playing an integral role helping to lead our #covid19 response. Congratulations PC Murdoch!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Congratulations Captain Holly Burbidge on you retirement after 25+ years of service and leadership to @CityBrampton @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 . You are a role model, trailblazer and well respected Captain! We wish you a long, safe and happy retirement!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
Very pleased to announce Gord Fowler as @BramptonFireES Interim Deputy Chief of Operations & Training commencing Aug. 15th. Gord has 31+ years of experience, has progressed through BFES ranks and is a well respected leader on our fire management team. Congratulations Deputy!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Pleased to receive notification that @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 medical response staff will soon begin the vaccination process! We are working with @regionofpeel @OslerHealth on the rollout and will be advising staff in the near future.
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Today is #InternationalFirefightersDay ! I want to recognize our @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 team across all 8 divisions who have adapted & overcome many challenges during the pandemic. Extremely proud of their service & dedication to @CityBrampton 24/7/365!🙏 Pics by @livingbyyyz
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
It’s #NationalPublicSafetyTelecommunicationsWeek ! Sending a very BIG 🙏 to our @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 JFCC staff. Their tremendous efforts 24/7/365, calm voices & life saving actions are a critical link between those calling 911 & our responders. (Photo pre-COVID) #amazing
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
Occupational #cancer is the leading cause of line-of-duty deaths in the fire service. While #FFCancermonth just concluded, @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 is striving to improve our decontamination efforts with the addition of a new SCBA washer. #CancerPrevention @FCSNnational
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Today, one of our @BramptonFireES pumpers was struck on the 407 by a passing vehicle when on an active emergency. Thankfully, no @BPFFA1068 FFs or residents were injured & our truck sustained minor damage. Please be cautious when passing emergency vehicles-lives depend on it!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
Big congratulations to our 2022 CAN-AM POLICE FIRE GAMES gold medal winning 🥇 @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 softball team! #champions
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
👏👏👏 Thrilled to see our first @CityBrampton @BramptonTransit bus fully wrapped with life saving fire safety messaging on the road today! Our @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 team want to remind all residents about the importance of #FireSafety on daily basis.
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
On behalf of the entire @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @BfesGuard @CityBrampton team, we offer our sincerest condolences to the friends, family and @MississaugaFES @IAFF1212 fire family on the loss Firefighter Steve Rabak. Rest In Peace
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Very pleased to announce Andrew Von Holt as @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 interim Deputy Chief of Community Risk Reduction, which includes Fire Prevention, Fire Life Safety Education & @BEMOprepared . Congratulations Andrew!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
Very proud to present @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Firefighter Martin van der Staay with the Chief’s coin today for his off-duty efforts to save the life of a Barrie resident! His quick thinking & firefighter training allowed for a positive outcome. Well done Martin!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
I have no doubt @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 staff can relate. Our joint Labour / Management COVID team is working non stop. The magnitude & speed of change our staff are experiencing is unprecented. Can’t thank all 554 people on our team enough! TY @andyzvanitajs for sharing pic.
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Bill Boyes
5 years
Today is Firefighters’ National Memorial Day. A time to honour & remember those firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Thinking of all the @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 members along w/ my grandfather who paid the ultimate sacrifice. #LODD #honourremembersupport
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
On scene & seeing a coordinated team effort with @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 , GTAA Fire, @OPP_GTATraffic @CaledonFire @Peel_Paramedics @PeelPolice @regionofpeel . All agencies working together plus additional specialized heavy equipment to manage this complex incident. #highway410
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Congratulations @derynrizzi on behalf of @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 . We look forward continuing our great relationship with @MississaugaFES @IAFF1212
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City of Mississauga
3 years
Congratulations to Deryn Rizzi, selected as #Mississauga 's new Fire Chief and Director, Fire and Emergency Services, joining @MississaugaFES on February 2, 2021.
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Bill Boyes
3 years
It was an honour to recognize retired @BramptonFireES Fire Chief Andy MacDonald for his vision, passion & commitment to fire & life safety education at the Fire & Life Safety Education Centre. He was instrumental in creating this innovative building focused on public education!
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Bill Boyes
4 years
On behalf of @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @CityBrampton we extend our condolences to Fmr. Chief Michael Clark (son) & family/friends of Retired Fire Chief Verrall Clark who passed away Monday. Chief Clark served with BFES for 34 years including Fire Chief from 1993-2003
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
Today is International Firefighters’ Day. In honour of those who have served & those who are serving today-Thank you to @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 staff & firefighters around the 🌎 for your dedication, commitment to the community and sacrifice! #localheroes #firefightersday
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
An honour & privilege to join @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Firefighter Andreas Fortis as he received the Ontario Medal for Firefighter Bravery from Lt. Governor @LGLizDowdeswell . We are extremely proud of FF Fortis for the courage & bravery he exemplified when saving a life! #hero
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Bill Boyes
3 years
Congratulations @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Captain Bertrand on your promotion today! Fantastic to have Captain Gould join in & showcase two excellent role models for aspiring female fire service leaders!
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Congratulations Firefighter Doug Comeau on your retirement after 30 years with @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 . Doug was a Coach of our Combat team & 22 year member of @BfesGuard ! Also, he started with @CityBrampton Recreation dept. 40 years ago as a student. TY for your service!
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@ChiefBoyes
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2 years
A great pic of @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Recruit Class, Training Division, Division Chief Murdoch, Deputy Martin & I before live fire training. Very proud of the Training team for their work teaching our newest members. Big TY to @livingbyyyz for the incredible shots this week.
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
4 years
The @BramptonFireES traditional pipe out for retiring @BPFFA1068 Firefighter Rob Ottaway. Thank you Rob for over 25 years of service to @CityBrampton ! Led by @BfesGuard alongside Rob’s family, it was a fitting tribute to one of the nicest people you will ever meet!
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3 years
As we prepare to celebrate differently this year over the holidays, THANK YOU to @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 working 24/7 alongside @PeelPolice @peel_pa @ChiefNish @Peel_Paramedics @OPSEU277 @ChiefDundas @OslerHealth @DrMohammadOsler @regionofpeel to keep us safe in @CityBrampton !
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Impressive to watch our @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Technical Rescue team complete a complicated high line scenario between @CityBrampton City Hall and West Tower. Honing these skills requires a lot dedication & time by our Firefighters, Captains & Training team. #allhazards
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
5 years
Getting ready to start the Brampton Santa Claus Parade with ⁦ @ChiefNish ⁩ - Always an amazing event! ⁦ @CityBrampton ⁩ ⁦ @BramptonFireES
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Sneak peek of the construction progress on our new @CityBrampton @BramptonFireES Headquarters & Training Centre. This pic shows a portion of the new indoor training area that will help our team train year round. This will be a transformational building for our BFES! @BPFFA1068
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Bill Boyes
3 years
Proud to announce that @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 staff will be partnering with @OslerHealth @DrMohammadOsler to assist in the vaccination effort and support our community during these difficult times! More details to be provided in coming weeks.
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4 years
Beyond thrilled to break ground on the new @BramptonFireES Fire Campus! Thanks Mayor @patrickbrownont & Council plus @CityBrampton CAO & Commissioner Meneses for your leadership in helping deliver this facility that will help us provide the best possible service to our residents!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
On Tuesday, @CityBrampton is thrilled to welcome its new class of 26 @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Firefighter recruits! They will begin their journey of serving the community, & helping make Brampton a healthy & safe place. Learn more about joining our team:
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
. @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 on scene of an active high rise fire on Lisa St. Please be aware of street closures in the Lisa St and Clark Blvd area. @CityBrampton
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Bill Boyes
3 years
Big 🙏 to retired FF Doug Comeau for preserving decades of @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 historical pictures & documents that will be showcased in our new HQ & stations across @CityBrampton ! Incredible to see how our service has evolved and recognize the contributions of our staff.
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
5 years
This weekend we experienced our first fatal fire since 2017. On behalf of @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 , I want to extend our condolences to the family, friends and all those impacted by this tragic fire including our firefighters. @CityBrampton
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Bill Boyes
3 years
Today, @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 (Recruits & A&M staff) worked w/ Bruce Power to set up a new Mass Vaccination site at the CAA Centre which will open later this month & will use a ‘Hockey Hub’ model in an NHL-sized rink. Kudus to the team who set this all up in 3 hours! #amazing
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Bill Boyes
3 years
Honoured to join @PeelPolice Chief @ChiefNish & @Peel_Paramedics Chief @ChiefDundas at the Branch 15 Sunrise Ceremony at Meadowvale Cemetery for #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget
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Bill Boyes
3 years
Can’t believe this big man is already ONE! Happy birthday 🥳 Jack William Boyes!!!! We love you so much!
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Bill Boyes
3 years
Our new @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Fire Campus (incl. HQ, Station 203, Training, the EOC, Fire Prevention, FF Memorial) is taking shape. Located at 425 Chrysler Drive, it’s an incredible addition to @CityBrampton & opening in 2022! Includes-Indoor training & electric fire truck!
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Bill Boyes
3 years
Today, @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 staff started training w/ @OslerHealth to support the vaccination effort. Our team is thrilled to work alongside healthcare professionals and do all we can to overcome COVID! @CityBrampton @DrMohammadOsler
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Bill Boyes
5 years
Great pics of the action in Jurassic Square @gsqbrampton taken by @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 firefighters using our drone. Go Raptors!!!! @CityBrampton
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Bill Boyes
3 years
Highway 410 incident is ongoing. GTAA Fire laying a protective foam blanket as a precaution to support hot zone operations. Highway 410 remains closed at Queen St northbound and Williams Pkwy southbound. @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @CityBrampton
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Bill Boyes
3 years
On #RemembranceDay we take the time to remember and thank all service members, both past and present, for their service and sacrifice. This includes all of our @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 staff who have served our country. #CityBrampton #LestWeForget
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Bill Boyes
2 years
It’s #BellLetsTalk day, and while reflecting on a challenging week for @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 , let’s keep this conversation and awareness going 24/7/365. #peersupport #mentalhealth #team #EndTheStigma
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Congratulations Captain Dave Lackie on your retirement! 🙏 for your leadership, dedication and 28+ years of service to @CityBrampton @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 . Wishing you all the best in the next chapter w/ friends & family.
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Bill Boyes
5 years
Loving our huge billboard at Bramalea City Centre for Fire Prevention Week! No, this is not a throwback pic in the mural. Although I’m sure there may be an old pic of me in a similar outfit as a kid! @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @CityBrampton
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
6 years
It is with deep sadness that I inform you of the passing of Firefighter Dave Thewlis. He was a valued member of our team since July 2nd 2002 and will be immensely missed. The thoughts and prayers of @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @CityBrampton are with Dave’s friends and family.
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Bill Boyes
4 years
Proud to donate 189 sets of used @BramptonFireES Bunker Gear to @FWBCanada . The gear provided to Firefighters Without Borders will go to help less fortunate fire departments across Canada & the world. Thanks to former @BPFFA1068 FFs Ken Cox and Dan Rowland!
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Bill Boyes
1 year
Our sincerest condolences to all of Captain Hughes’ family & friends. Greg loved the fire service & his role in serving @CityBrampton . He will be greatly missed. Flags will be lowered at City Hall & all BFES facilities. Funeral details will be communicated in the near future.
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Brampton PFFA
1 year
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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Bill Boyes
2 years
It has been a very busy past 5 days w/ more work ahead, but I’m so thankful for & proud of our @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @BEMOprepared @CityBrampton Public Works’ teams who are working non stop to help all those impacted by the Churchville floods!
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Bill Boyes
5 years
@BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 drone surveying the action below last night in @gsqbrampton “Jurassic Square” in downtown #Brampton #Go @Raptors Go - Great work by @CityBrampton @BEMOprepared staff preparing for these games so our community can come together for #NBAFinals2019
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Bill Boyes
5 years
Honoured to be elected to the @ONFireChiefs 2019 Executive Committee as Vice President. Looking forward to working with our Board of Directors and all stakeholders to move our fire service forward.
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Bill Boyes
1 year
Wishing everyone in @CityBrampton a safe & happy holiday season! Thank you 🙏 to all our @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 team who will be away from their families & working alongside @PeelPolice @Peel_Paramedics to keep everyone safe.
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
5 years
Huge congratulations to @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 FF Combat Challenge team (Katie, Ian, Ryan, Danny) that incl. WORLD CHAMPIONS! Another tremendous accomplishment in the long BFES history of success in Combat. Special recognition to Katie Ross who won 4 World titles & Danny w/ 1
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Bill Boyes
7 years
An honour to meet a true hero and Brampton resident, Mr Bill Burrell. On behalf of @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 words cannot convey how grateful we are for your service and sacrifice. #rememberanceday
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Bill Boyes
3 years
Joined @BfesGuard to honour the procession of @CaledonFire Assistant District Chief Jack MacDonald, in recognition of his 36-years as a Volunteer FF. He was one of the founding members of the Chinguacousy Fire Department in 1958. @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Tragic news regarding the death of a Montreal firefighter during a water rescue. @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @BfesGuard thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends & the entire @MTL_SIM @ApmPompiersMtl Department. #rip
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
A very productive lunch break- the team planted the @BramptonFireES Chiefs’ Garden at Fire HQ to support @CityBrampton @patrickbrownont @DougWhillans Backyard Garden Program! A great cause & friendly challenge to our @BPFFA1068 firefighters at Stations 209, 210 & 212! #greenthumb
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
5 years
Pleased to announce the ratification of the 2019-2023 Collective Agreement between @CityBrampton @BramptonFireES and @BPFFA1068 ! Thank you President Lecompte @PL416 and to both negotiating teams for all of their hard work!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
Proud to speak w/ our 26 newest @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 recruit firefighters about the privilege of serving our @CityBrampton residents, the honour of being a firefighter & the difference they will all soon make in the community. Loved seeing their passion and enthusiasm!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
🙏, we are committed to a healthy, safe & green city! This is the the first big step of many more.
@DavidSuzukiFDN
David Suzuki FDN
3 years
Congrats to @CityBrampton & @BramptonFireES for approving the purchase of the first electric fire truck 🚒 in Ontario! This is climate leadership! We look forward to a fully electric fleet in #Brampton , including buses. #ONPoli
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
2 years
Very proud to announce our new @CityBrampton @BramptonFireES @BEMOprepared Manager of Emergency Management, Rick Bernard. He has nearly 20 years of service with our City & is a well respected leader across the Corporation & the emergency management industry. Congratulations Rick!
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
1 year
Proud to see our very own @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Division Chief Chantelle Cosgrove & @DRPS Teresa Hutchinson helping to raise the flag today at the 2023 @iihf Women's World Championship in @CityBrampton .
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@ChiefBoyes
Bill Boyes
3 years
Almost a century of service to @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 @CityBrampton ends today with the retirement of 3 well respected leaders. Congratulations District Chief Gillett, Captain Runciman and Captain Saran on your careers, all the best in retirement & thank you!
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Bill Boyes
4 years
Had the opportunity to watch @BramptonFireES @BPFFA1068 Station 204 crew train with our new UAV aka “Drone”. This is a great asset for our incident commanders and responders on a variety of emergency scenes. @CityBrampton
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