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It is with tremendous sadness that we inform you of the sudden passing of active 1212 member Firefighter Steven Rabak. Brother Rabak was involved in an accident off-duty. Please keep Steven and his family in your thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. May he RIP.
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“Local 1212 stands in solidarity with all workers and their right to freely negotiate a Collective Agreement, particularly without the threat of having this right stripped via legislation.”
Statement from Local 1212 President
@chrisvarcoe1
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Local 1212 active member, Brother Stephanos “Steve” Makris.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and fire family at this most difficult time.
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Today we welcomed Mississauga Fire's
#FacilityDog
Ajax. Ajax will work with our Peer Team to process trauma and provide emotional support to our members.
Special thanks to
@RyanMCoburn
for his hard work making this come to fruition.
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Congratulations to
#Mississauga
Fire Chief Tim Beckett on his retirement after a 35 year career.
We wish him well in his future endeavors.
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Our thoughts are with our Brother, Andy Deroos tonight.
Brother Deroos, a recently retired Captain loved by many, is in the fight for his life.
Please join us in sending Andy healing energy and positivity ♥️
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Our firefighter who tested positive for
#covid19
is doing well & we are thankful for all of the best wishes. Mississauga Firefighters are a dedicated group of professionals who remain on the front lines delivering service to our community and its residents.
#WereInThisTogether
Mississauga firefighter tests positive for COVID-19, station closed for 'deep cleaning'
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Mississauga Firefighters are ready to assist our residents with any emergency they may have.
Please do all 1st responders, Nurses, Doctors, & Healthcare Professionals a favour & stay home.
We come to work for YOU,
Please stay at home for US.
#SocialDistance
#FlattenTheCurve
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We would like to send our deepest condolences to our friends at the Mississauga Central Ambulance Communication Centre (CACC), Peel & Halton Paramedic Services. We are very sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with all of you.
@OPSEUAmbDiv
@OPSEU277
@HaltonMedics207
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Mississauga firefighters want our residents to know we are wearing additional Personal Protective Equipment to medical calls so don't be frightened. This is part of our protocols in place to protect ourselves, our patients & help slow the spread of COVID-19.
#StayAtHome
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The Mississauga Fire Fighters Association proudly endorsed Jill Promoli for MPP In the
#MississaugaStreetsville
riding.
Jill will support public and firefighter safety, ensuring our community is well represented at Queens Park.
#onpoli
#ontariovotes
@jillpromoli
@opffa
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Congratulations to 7 of our Fire Fighters who will receive the 2019 Fire Fighter of the Year award for their heroics at the Hurontario and Dundas plaza explosion last year.
When an explosion partially levelled a plaza,
#Mississauga
firefighters ignored the danger and rushed in to save several lives. The group of seven are being recognized for their selfless actions
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Retired Fire Captain Andy DeRoos.
Andy was a fighter and he battled until the very end, but sadly lost his fight last night when he passed away, surrounded by family.
We extend our sincere sympathy to his family.
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It is with profound sadness we acknowledge the passing of Fire Inspector, Brother Dave Monkhouse. Dave succumbed to work related illness yesterday after a lengthy and valiant battle. We would like to send our deepest condolences to the Monkhouse family.
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Sending our condolences to Brother Rabak's colleagues with the
@ROWParamedics
@waterloomedics
. Both our Services & Associations were lucky to have such a dedicated Professional & caring Brother.
Please know our Peer Team & therapy dog
@NSD_Ajax
are available to all your members
We are shocked by the sudden death of one of our Paramedics, as the result of an off duty MVC last night. He was a caring and skilled professional, but more importantly a great friend, brother and son. Thank you to all who fought for him. Please reach out and help one another.
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#September11
A day when the world was forever changed. A day when heroes were lost & heroes were made. Today we reflect and honour the innocent lives taken. We will always remember the 343 firefighters, 60 police officers & 8 paramedics that sacrificed everything.
#WeRemember911
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Today we remember the lives lost 18 years ago and our 343
#FDNY
brothers that paid the ultimate sacrifice. Over 200 firefighters have since passed away from 9/11 related illnesses. We will
#NeverForget
#September11th
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Huge Congrats to 1212's Vanessa Gilbert & Jon Parsons. Vanessa set the New over 40s World Record🏆(1st woman over 40 to EVER go sub 2 minutes) at the Firefit Championships.
Jon & Vanessa took home silver🥈 in the mix tandem race and Jon finished with a 1:32 on his individual run
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We are saddened to announce the passing of active member, sister Anne Marshall. Anne worked in the administrative division and was a long time member of our Peer Support team. She will be missed by many. Please keep Anne’s family in your thoughts & prayers.
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Today we remember the lives lost 19 years ago. We remember the 343
#FDNY
firefighters that paid the ultimate sacrifice and those that have passed away since, from 9/11 related illnesses.
Shall we
#NeverForget
#September11th
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Press Release from the Mississauga Fire Fighters Association
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Our spring recruits are training hard, getting ready to hit the floor in July. Ladder bails are just one of many important firefighter survival skills they need to master.
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It is with a heavy heart we announce that after a long and courageous battle with cancer, retired Captain Dave McNeil passed away on Saturday April 3rd at age 72.
Dave served the members of Local 1212 for years as the Treasurer and we are saddened by this news and wish to
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It was a busy weekend at the
@UTM
#COVIDVaccination
clinic.
Starting today residents 18+ living within hot spot postal codes can now book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment at all clinics in Peel.
#CommunityImmunity
#AllHandsOnDeck
@THP_hospital
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Our D shift water rescue crews hit the lake today for some joint training with
@PeelPoliceMedia
marine unit.
#teamwork
@peel_pa
@PRPA_Prez
@chrisvarcoe1
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Our brother's & sisters in St. John's have been up against pretty unbelievable weather conditions. Firefighters are always ready to respond no matter what it's doing outside. Amazing job by the members of local 1075!
#staysafe
Our members on foot answering a call "whatever it takes"
@CityofStJohns
@DannyBreenNL
@Mount_Pearl
@townofparadise
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We would like to congratulate
@derynrizzi
on her appointment as
@MississaugaFES
Fire Chief. We look forward to working with you to continue providing top-level service to the citizens of
#Mississauga
.
@chrisvarcoe1
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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Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Former Mississauga Fire Chief Gord Bentley. Sending heartfelt condolences to his widow Jane and the Bentley family during this difficult time.
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Waking up to news of two
#Toronto
firefighters injured during a 3 alarm fire this morning. Sending our thoughts to the injured firefighters and our
@TPFFA
brothers & sisters. Hoping for a speedy recovery.
Two firefighters have been injured while battling a three-alarm blaze at an abandoned building downtown. Fire officials say they both fell off the roof.
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Good luck to Local 1212 member Erica Howe as she starts between the pipes tonight for
@PWHL_Toronto
@thepwhlofficial
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Please join us in congratulating Captain Andy Deroos on his retirement.
Brother Deroos started in the class of 89 and has 30 plus years of service protecting the citizens of
#Mississauga
. He is a tireless professional & good friend.
We wish him a long and happy next chapter!
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This morning President
@chrisvarcoe1
and the Executive board swore in 32 new members and our service dog Ajax. Welcome to the
#IAFF
and
#1212
family.
@IAFFNewsDesk
@opffa
@IAFFCanada
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Welcome to the team! Our newest recruits were sworn in today by President Varcoe.
@IAFFofficial
@opffa
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To our Brothers and Sisters on duty today, the funeral service for Brother Makris will be live streaming on YouTube at 11am at
@MississaugaFES
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It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Retired Local 1212 Captain; Paul Keleher. Our thoughts and prayers are with Paul's wife Hasma and the Keleher family at this most difficult time.
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The voice you hear when you call 911. They bring calm to chaos. Often forgotten, they're the true 1st responder's to every call. This week we recognize our Communication Operator’s and Officer’s for the vital role they play & the excellent work they do.
#NPSTW2021
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Today, we bid farewell to wearing our charity t-shirts on duty, as per the Fire Chief's directive.
Nevertheless, we're thrilled to kick off the
#PinkTruckTour
.
Keep SUPPORTING & wearing your shirts with pride! Just not on duty.
Lets let this be another record breaking year!
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We are pleased to advise that the Contract has been Ratified by the Membership!
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This morning, President
@chrisvarcoe1
swore in the Spring 2020 class which included 19 new recruits and 2 new dispatchers.
Welcome to the
#IAFF
and
#1212
family. We hope you all have rewarding and healthy careers.
#UnionStrong
#UnionProud
@IAFFCanada
@IAFFNewsDesk
@opffa
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Our Peer team is 30 members strong, from all shifts, divisions and hold all ranks. We also have Ajax our therapy dog. The team is trained to defuse/debrief crews after tough calls & are available 24/7 for 1 on 1 calls to listen and help. Don't suffer in silence.
#BellLetsTalk
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Congrats to Brother Randy Daum (far left) on working his last shift yesterday. He retires as an acting District Chief with over 30 years of dedicated service. We would like to wish him a long and amazing retirement!
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Tragic news today out of Montreal where a firefighter has died during a water rescue operation.
Sending thoughts and prayers never feels like enough to offer.
We mourn with our
@ApmPompiersMtl
brothers and sisters.
@chrisvpross
@chrisvarcoe1
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Sincere condolences to our fellow brothers & sisters in Buffalo.
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We are proud to join
#PeelParamedics
&
#PeelPolice
to show our love & support towards all the men & women that are bravely working on the front lines and keeping our hospitals running during these difficult times.
💜
#HealthCareWorkers
💜
@peel_pa
@peel_pa
@chrisvarcoe1
Thank you to our first responders for this heartwarming display of support for
#healthcare
professionals today. 💙🚨
We are all in this together!
#BetterTogetherTHP
cc:
@Peel_Paramedics
@PeelPolice
@MississaugaFES
@citymississauga
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Congrats to brother Vasey on his retirement after 34 years of service.
Today we celebrate the retirement of Captain Vasey, who has served the citizens of Mississauga for over 34 years. We wish him all the best in this next chapter!
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Congratulations Mark! Local 1212 and the OPFFA wouldn’t be where they are today without all of your tireless efforts. THANK YOU!
@opffa
@IAFFCanada
@chrisvarcoe1
@markatrain
@csantoro91412
@iaff13thdvp
Today District Chief Mark Train works his last shift. He will retire with more than 36 years of service with MFES. He’s had a positive impact on many people and will be a greatly missed colleague, mentor and friend. We wish Mark all the best for a long and healthy retirement.
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We are very pleased to report that Acting Capt. Mills has been released from hospital. Our thoughts are with Capt. Hamilton & FF Casarin
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Our supply of N95 masks are running critically low amid COVID-19. We will now be wearing our Self Contained Breathing Apparatus to medical calls.
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#Mississauga
Fire Fighters wish everyone a safe &
#merrychristmas
There are approx 130 firefighters & dispatchers on duty today
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Merry Christmas from our 1212 family to yours!
Special thanks to the hard working 1st responders, healthcare/front line workers &
@CanadianForces
members who are keeping us safe this holiday season.
@peel_pa
@OPSEU277
@ParamedicAssoc
@BPFFA1068
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Just one example of numerous full time PROGRESSIVE Fire Departments across Canada and the US, whose Leadership Teams allow employees to wear breast cancer awareness t-shirts while on duty to support Breast Cancer Awareness during the month of October. Why not
@MississaugaFES
?”
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Huge congratulations to brother Cal Wilson on his well deserved retirement.
Best wishes on your next adventure!
Congratulations Cal on your retirement.
@MississaugaFES
@IAFF1212
All the best ! You will be missed
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President
@chrisvarcoe1
on CP24 discussing the current Mississauga Fire outbreak affecting our members and concerns with staffing shortages because of it.
@opffa
@IAFFCanada
@IAFFNewsDesk
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Sending our heartfelt condolences to all those impacted by today’s fire in Brampton.
Our thoughts are with our joint communications team and our
@BPFFA1068
brothers & sisters as they grapple with this terrible tragedy.
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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Our Pink Truck is ready for action at station 101, running calls at a moments notice when it’s not attending events. Keep an eye out for the
#PinkTruck
this month.
Show your support by ordering a shirt of your own online at
🎥
@MFFA_Benevolent
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Our thoughts are with
@IAFF1552
Burlington Firefighters today and their 3 members who were injured when a roof collapsed at a structure fire early this morning. Wishing them a speedy recovery.
@DanVanderLelie
@chrisvarcoe1
@opffa
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Acting District Chief, David Rutka presented Captain Andy Deroos with his 30 year gift.
Congrats to brother Deroos on 30 plus years with Mississauga Fire!
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Mississauga Fire Fighters wish Evan a very Merry Christmas! We are thinking of you today!
#lightsonforevan
🎄🎄🎄
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Today’s goal is to administer 3,100 vaccines at the
@UTM
clinic!
We’re working hard with our partners to get our residents vaccinated and keep our city safe!
#AllHandsOnDeck
#1212Proud
@chrisvarcoe1
@THP_hospital
@BonnieCrombie
@derynrizzi
Mississauga firefighters back at it today, supporting the
@THP_hospital
vaccination clinic at
@UTM
in a variety of roles. Working hard to get 3100+ vaccines administered today
#FirstRespondersDay
@derynrizzi
@IAFF1212
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Water rescue done to perfection. Great work everyone!
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Congratulations to the newest members of the International Association of Fire Fighters.
Welcome to the family brothers and sisters!
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#IAFF
Fulton County Professional Firefighters Local 3920 President, Captain Andrea Hall recited the pledge of allegiance at
#InaugurationDay
#UnionProud
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Thankfully, the dog rescued today from the Lewisham Drive fire in
#Mississauga
will be ok! Pic via
@ACollinsPhoto
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Local 1212 supporting our Brothers & Sisters in Orillia.
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Today, our thoughts are with all whose lives were changed 21 years ago. We honour the sacrifice of the 343 firefighters, 60 Police Officers & 8 Paramedics. We remember & honour the 297
#FDNY
members who have since died of World Trade Center related illnesses.
#NeverForget911
🇺🇸
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Inspiring story of our brother Casarin. We continue to keep our injured
#firefighters
in our thoughts
@TorontoStar
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The 1st voice you hear when you call 911. They bring calm to chaos. Often forgotten, they're the true 1st Responders to every call. This week we recognize our
#CallTakers
&
#Dispatchers
for the vital role they play & the excellent work they do.
#NPSTW2019
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Welcome to our newest
#MFESRecruits17
to
#Mississauga
Fire! Study hard, & learn as much as you can from your instructors & training!
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Mississauga Fire Fighters wish Odin a very happy 13th birthday!!! We hope you have an awesome day!
#odinbirthday
http://t.co/IPXsfjjSey
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One of our own
#Mississauga
Fire Fighters needs some support, please consider helping his boy Owen Thank you
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Thanks to all our past and present members that came out for the Local 1212 Retirees Christmas Party 🎄
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Special Ops crews completed 14 days of live trench training. Real collapses, real forces, active soil conditions. It was muddy and exhausting work. They're now trained to the highest level for trench rescue. A great accomplishment by the crews & instructors.
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Congratulations to brother Jeff “Lutzy” Lutz on his promotion to Captain!
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Good stop by A shift early this morning at a two alarm house fire. Crews conducted an aggressive interior fire attack and contained the fire to the first floor and prevented it from spreading to other occupancies.
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As
#PoliceWeek2019
winds down, we would like to the opportunity to acknowledge the excellent work
#peelpolice
do in protecting our community and thank all our brothers and sisters for having our back out there!
@peel_pa
@PeelPoliceMedia
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Local 1212 members proudly began receiving their
#COVID19vaccine
training this week.
Our members are eager to get to work helping with the immunization efforts with the
@THP_hospital
#COVID19
Vaccination Program.
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Tonight we stand with our brothers and sisters of the
@TPAca
@peel_pa
and the entire policing community in mourning the loss of Constable Andrew Hong.
Sending our heartfelt condolences to Cst. Hong’s wife, two children, friends and colleagues.
#RestEasy
#HeroesInLife
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President Varcoe welcomes the newest recruits of Mississauga Fire.
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@IAFF1212
Executive Board, WSIB & H&S Committees are working hard and in constant communication dealing with
#COVID19
The welfare of the public and workers are our
#1
priorities.
@opffa
@IAFFCanada
@chrisvarcoe1
@oats1212
@DavidRutka
@NealAwgneal
@TBullock11
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It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Retired Local 1212 Training Officer, George Williams. George will be missed by all. Our thoughts are with Linda and the Williams family at this most difficult time.
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Happy
#LabourDay2020
! There are approximately 125 firefighters, inspectors and dispatchers on duty today helping to keep
#Mississauga
safe.
@opffa
@IAFFCanada
@IAFFNewsDesk
@chrisvarcoe1
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Big congratulations to Brother Andy Griep on his retirement.
Local 1212 would like to wish him a long, healthy and happy next chapter. Looking forward to seeing an even bigger smile on the slopes and greens!
Cheers Grieper!
#ClassOf89
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The Mississauga Fire Fighters Association is hoping everyone is having a safe and fun long weekend.
There are approximately 125 firefighters, dispatchers and inspectors on duty today!
#CivicHoliday
#Mississauga
@opffa
@IAFFNewsDesk
@IAFFCanada
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#Mississauga
Fire Fighters wish everyone a happy & safe
#Canada150
There are approx 125 fire fighters & dispatchers on duty today
#CanadaDay
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Sending heartfelt condolences to our
@RCMPNS
brothers & sisters in blue on the loss of Constable Heidi Stevenson who was killed in the line of duty. Our thoughts are with her family, colleagues & all those affected by this senseless tragedy.
#HeroesInLife
#Portapique
#NovaScotia
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Congrats and Welcome to L1212 to our newest recruits!
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Great looking shirts!!
The
#PinkTruck
tour continues. Please don’t let the fact that we - Mississauga Firefighters can’t wear these great shirts on duty, deter you from buying one and supporting the great cause!
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We proudly stand in solidarity with the teachers & support staff across the province that are gathering at picket lines & the steps of
#QueensPark
today to fight for our kids and the future of education.
#cutshurtkids
@RudyCuzzetto
@ninatangri
@DeepakAnandMPP
@SherefSabawyPC
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This morning, President
@chrisvarcoe1
swore in the fall 2021 suppression class which included 20 new recruits and 1 communications operator.
Welcome to the
#1212
#OPFFA
#IAFF
family. We hope you all have rewarding and healthy careers.
#UnionStrong
#UnionProud
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A kind and generous man. He drew crowds wherever he went and always made time for the fans.
He will forever be known as Canada’s 🇨🇦 hockey dad.
Rest In Peace Walter 🙏
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Good luck sister Lancaster!
🇨🇦Go Canada Go🇨🇦
Good luck to Firefighter Lancaster and the Canadian Indoor Field Hockey Team who are in Pennsylvania competing at the 2022 World Cup Qualifying Tournament. Firefighter Lancaster has been training with the squad and preparing for this tournament for many years. Go team Canada 🇨🇦!!
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Today is Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, when we pause to remember Canadian 🇨🇦 Firefighters who have died in the line of duty.
@CanFirefighters
will be streaming the virtual ceremony live at 11am from the link below.
🎥
@CGYFireFighters
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Breaking: In case you missed Mayor
@BonnieCrombie
announcement, starting tomorrow *ALL*
#Peel
residents 18+ will be eligible for the
#covidvaccine
.
Click on the link for more information on how to register.
#communityimmunity
#AllHandsOnDeck
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Dalewood Drive house fire in
#Malton
Is under control.
@Peel_Paramedics
treated 5 of our members for smoke inhalation and transported 1 to hospital.
Crews are still on scene conducting a fire watch.
@BonnieCrombie
@carolynhparrish
@OPSEU277
@chrisvarcoe1
Mississauga Fire Platoon Chief Daniel Boyer giving an update to media. A total of 2 occupants, 4 police officers and one firefighter were transported to hospital as a precautionary measure. One occupant is listed in serious but stable condition.
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