Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

2023

Fire Fighting in Canada presents FFIC Open Golf Tournament - Canceled

Event Date: August 23, 2023

Canceled due to low registration - sorry!

Redblacks Honour the Fallen

Event Date: August 23, 2023

In honour of the 20th CFFF memorial, the Ottawa Redblacks are inviting the CFFF Honour Guard to participate in the opening ceremony for their September 8th game against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats at TD Place, Lansdowne Park. All fire service honour guard members who are attending the memorial and will be in Ottawa on September 8th are welcome to participate. Full dress uniform is required. Please contact Luigi Davoli at luigi.davoli5636@gmail.com or (647) 896-9116. The Redblacks are offering tickets for those who wish to stay and watch the game.

2022

International Firefighters' Day

Event Date: April 24, 2022

On May 4, 2022, the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation (CFFF) will join with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) in the observance of International Firefighters' Day, which began on May 4, 1999, after the deaths of five Australian firefighters in a wildland fire.

Since that time, International Firefighters' Day is held every May 4th to recognize the work and sacrifice of firefighters across the globe in keeping their communities safe. We have all been moved by the images of children, families, and the elderly impacted by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. There have also been images reminding us of the strength and bravery of firefighters and emergency service workers responding to the needs of their communities under the worst of circumstances.

On May 4, 2022, the world celebrates International Firefighters Day. This is a way to say thank you to our firefighters for all that they do and to remember those firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

The CFFF invites your buildings, bridges, and landmarks to celebrate International Firefighters’ Day by participating in Shine Your Light for Firefighters.

The CFFF is asking fire departments, communities, and buildings to light up in “red” on May 4th. Lighting up in “red” would be a symbol of support to all of those who are there 24-hours a day, 7-days a week to protect us. Please join us by lighting up in red on May 4th. We also ask that you share stories and photos with us on social media using #Shine4Firefighters.

In order to showcase this important day, we are pleased to announce that Niagara Falls will be lit in red between the hours of 9:45 PM and 10:00 PM. The CN Tower and the world famous Toronto sign in Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto will also be lit in red after dusk. We encourage you to contact your local community leaders to light up municipal and civic buildings where possible, and please consider shining red lights on as many Fire Halls as possible, possibly even on apparatus that you might consider showcasing in red outside of the Fire Hall. And if you want, flash some red lights at your homes to let the neighborhood know you are participating in this annual celebration.

Thank you for your consideration in honouring our firefighters. For more information, please contact: admin@cfff.ca
 

2021

Oakville Fire Department 20th Anniversary of 9/11 Stair Climb & Hike Fundraiser

Event Date: September 11, 2021

Help support the Oakville Fire Department as it once again holds its annual stair climb/hiking event in remembrance of the 343 Fire Fighters who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. All proceeds raised will go to the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

On Sept 11 starting 6am Oakville Firefighters will be climbing the Combat Tower 20 times (6 stories) in full bunker gear to pay tribute to the 343 firefighters who worked so hard to save lives on that fateful day.  After the stair climb, firefighters will regroup at Bronte Beach park at 8:30am and start their walk to Kinsman Park Hamilton (17 Kms) refresh, then walk 17kms back to Bronte Beach Park for a total of 34kms.

You can support the participants of this event and ultimately the families of the fallen heroes by making a donation to the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation at the following link

Township of Chatsworth Memorial Stair Climb

Event Date: September 11, 2021

Township of Chatsworth Memorial Stair Climb

On September 11th, 2021 @ 8:30 am at the Chatsworth Apartment Building members of the Township of Chatsworth Fire Department will be climbing 110 flights of stairs in memory of the 343 firefighters who answered their last call at the World Trade Centre 20 years ago.

All donations collected will be donated to the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation. 

Donations can be made online @ Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation | Donations (cfff.ca) Please select Chatsworth stair climb from the drop-down list 

Or in person at Moore’s Meats, The 6/10 Convenience store or on site the day of the climb

South East Almaguin Fire Department Fundraisers

Event Date: September 11, 2021

The South East Almaguin Fire Department is comprised of the townships of Kearney, Burks Falls, Sprucedale, Emsdale and Magnettawan.

On September 11, 2021 all departments will be hosting their own fundraisers in their respected townships along with raffles and BBQ’s. Also open houses including Public Education and Recruitment.

All events will be open from 10am - 3pm with a moment of silence held at 11am at all locations.

Kearney Fire will be also doing a 110 storey stair climb in remembrance of the 343 firefighters that died during the events of 9/11.

The stair climb will also be Live Streamed on our Kearney Volunteer Fire Department Facebook page.

All funds that are raised collectively through the participating departments will be split. Half of the total will be donated to the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation, the remaining half will be divided among the 5 departments for their associations benevolent causes.

The CFFF would like to thank everyone involved and we encourage local residents to support these Fire Fighters as they raise money for these worthy causes!

 

 

2021 Memorial Ride to Ottawa

Event Date: September 8, 2021

This year's Memorial Ride to Ottawa will leave Hamilton on Wednesday, September 8th, 2021. This will be a three-day ride to Ottawa following the Lakeshore to Kingston and then north to Ottawa arriving at the memorial on Friday, September 10th 2021.

The ride is open to all active and retired firefighters, The purpose of the ride is to raise funds and awareness for the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation(CFFF), which hosts the annual National Firefighters Memorial (www.cfff.ca) to honor, remember and support the families of firefighters whose lives were lost in the line of duty.

This year’s virtual Memorial takes place on Sunday, September 12th, 2021 at the Canadian Firefighters Memorial in Ottawa and is a closed event due to pandemic regulations. We will be riding in memory of the 1600 names already included of fallen firefighters from across Canada and the territories, dating back to the late 1800s.

The annual National Firefighters Memorial draws hundreds of firefighters from each of the provinces and territories who attend the ceremony in a show of solidarity and commemoration. The Toronto Professional Firefighter Celtic Society ride has grown every year in participation numbers and in tributes to their fallen comrades.

To donate go to our page 

2020

2020 Memorial Ride to Ottawa

Event Date: September 13, 2020

2020 MEMORIAL RIDE TO OTTAWA
FIREFIGHTERS EMBARK ON FOURTH ANNUAL BIKE PILGRIMAGE FROM OAKVILLE TO PROVINCIAL FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL IN TORONTO IN RECOGNITION OF THE CANADIAN FALLEN FIGHTERS

FOR SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 – On Sunday, September 13th, 2020 the Toronto Professional Fire Fighters Celtic Society will embark on a shortened Memorial Ride this year. We will be riding from Oakville to Toronto to recognize the 76 names that will be added to the Canadian Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial wall this year.

The purpose of the ride is to raise funds and awareness for the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation(CFFF), which hosts the annual National Firefighters Memorial (www.cfff.ca) to honour, remember and support the families of firefighters whose lives were lost in the line of duty.

This year’s Memorial takes place virtually on Sunday, September 13th, 2020 at the Canadian Firefighters Memorial in Ottawa. 76 names of the fallen will be etched on the Memorial Wall this year, among those 1600 names already included of fallen firefighters from across Canada and the territories, dating back to the late 1800s.

The annual National Firefighters Memorial draws hundreds of firefighters from each of the provinces and territories who attend the ceremony in a show of solidarity and commemoration. The Toronto Professional Firefighter Celtic Society ride has grown every year in participation numbers and in tributes to their fallen comrades.

Usually, the Memorial Ride to Ottawa is a three-day cycling event that starts in Hamilton and ends at the National Memorial in Ottawa. However due to COVID – 19, this year we will be embarking on a shortened ride. The shortened ride leaves Oakville on Sunday, September 13th at 10:30 hrs and ends in Toronto at 12:00 hrs. This year’s ride can be attended virtually as we will be live streaming the cycling trip on Facebook (TPFFCS Memorial Ride to Ottawa), which we plan on raising $20, 000 for the CFFF.

Donate here

Join us in supporting this worthy cause

The goal is to raise $20000.00 for the Canadian Firefighters Memorial. Click Here to Donate!

 

2020 Canadian Firefighter Memorial

Event Date: September 13, 2020

2020 Canadian Firefighter memorial service

Due to the ongoing pandemic, the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation will conduct a solemn service to honour and remember all those firefighters that have given their lives in service to Canadians.

Join a small contingent of Foundation and local firefighters as we honour, virtually, those that have been engraved on the Canadian Firefighter Memorial. The ceremony will be live streamed (sponsored by M&L Supply) on the 13th of September at 1100 hours EST on the Foundation's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/CFFF.FCPMS. We respectfully ask that the ceremony not be attended by those close to the memorial site in order to respect government guidelines during the pandemic.

OAKVILLE FD 9/11 STAIR CLIMB

Event Date: September 11, 2020

OAKVILLE FD 9/11 STAIR CLIMB

Oakville Fire Department (Ontario) Training will be proudly hosting another 9/11 remembrance event that will test participants mentally and physically.  This event is a humbling reminder of the extreme sacrifice and dedication to saving lives our 343 brothers went through that day. 

Last year they raised just under $1000 for the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation.  The organizers are asking if participants to make a minimum donation of $20 the day of the event plus family can donate to teams as well!

The event takes place Friday, September 11, 6 AM sharp start at the Training Campus Combat Challenge Tower.

Stair climb X 20 participants will make the climb in either full gear on SCBA with hose/tools to just climbing in shorts and a t-shirt. After that grueling time, participants will meet up in North Milton at the Bruce Trailhead for a short hike of 30kms round trip; this “quick” hike will only take about six hours!

This will be a rain or shine event, last year saw brothers and sisters participate representing seven different departments.

To register or for more information, contact Paul Milton resq28@gmail.com

To donate click here

2019

16th Annual Canadian Firefighters Memorial Ceremony

Event Date: September 8, 2019

Sept 6-8 2013, The 16th annual CANADIAN FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL CEREMONY will be held in Ottawa, On. On Sunday Sept. 8.

More information will be posted as it becomes available.

2019 CFFF Golf Classic

Event Date: May 27, 2019

Registrations and sponsorships now open for the 2019 CFFF Golf Classic. Register soon. It will sell out fast. Click Here.
 

Gather your friends, family and co-workers, and join us for a fun day of golf in support of the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation presented by Comtech Fire Credit Union Limited!

May 27th, 2019 at Markland Wood Golf Club, Toronto, Ontario

Event Schedule

11:00 AM: Registration Begins

12:00 PM: BBQ Lunch & Networking Opportunities

1:00 PM: Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony

1:15 PM: Shotgun Start (Best Ball/Texas Scramble Format)

7:00 PM: Plated dinner and awards

Post Tournament: Sit Down Sinner with Wine, Silent Auction and Awards Presentation.

Come on out and join the fun!


 

2018

Fallen Firefighters Poker Run

Event Date: September 8, 2018

Hosted by the Men of Fire Firefighter Motorcycle Club

This years Fallen Firefighters Poker Run will be held on September 8, 2018. The ride will once again start at Heritage Harley-Davidson where we will have registration and breakfast set up for all riders and passengers that attend. $35 gets you registered in the run and one poker hand as well as an event shirt and entry into a door prize draw. Prizes will be given out to the best hand and runner up. The event has many great stops and will end at Rig Hand Distillery where you can tour the distillery and take pictures with your motorcycle(s) or group right beside the stills. There will be a BBQ and a chance to enjoy some music and socialize with other riders and firefighters from across the province. We will also be offering a new product from Rig Hand Distillery in support of the event where proceeds from every bottle sold will be donated to the CFFF. Come out and enjoy a day of riding and support a great cause. All proceeds raised will be donated to the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Registration and breakfast from 8AM-10AM.
Kickstands up 10AM.

Registration, Breakfast, and Event Start at Heritage Harley Davidson, 1616 Calgary Trail SW, Edmonton, AB

For information can be fund at  mfmccanada.ca

2018 Memorial Ride to Ottawa

Event Date: September 6, 2018

The Toronto Professional Firefighters Celtic Society is embarking on a two day ride from Toronto to Ottawa covering close to 500km. This ride is in support of the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Memorial and is intended to raise awareness and donations for the memorial.

The second annual Memorial Ride to Ottawa will be made up of riders from across Ontario that will leave on September 6 from Toronto Fire Hall 243 and finish on September 7 at the Fallen Firefighter Memorial in Ottawa.

Riders must register before July 15th. To register to ride, email tpffceltic@gmail.com

Click here for more info!

The Northern Trek for the CFFF

Event Date: June 9, 2018

A Message from Northern Sunrise County Deputy Fire Chief Julien Bergeron...

Chiefs, Colleagues & Friends,

As you are aware, firefighter health and fitness is important to prevent work related injuries and line of duty deaths. To bring awareness to this, I will be running/jogging from Grande Prairie to Peace River in the month of June, 2018. This adventure will take me 4-5 days.

I am selling legs of this journey to fire departments. 10km for $500. Total goal of $10,000. All of these proceeds will be donated directly to the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

If your department, firefighters’ association, etc sponsors a 10km portion, I will wear your department’s patch (if so provided) on my shoulder to recognize your generous donation. The final leg / 21st leg will be reserved for CFFF to recognize the many firefighters lost over the years serving their communities.

I will also encourage any emergency personnel to join me in this adventure. In part, or in whole.

If you have questions or you are interested in purchasing a leg, send me an email and I will forward you a pledge form and answer any questions you may have. jbergeron@northernsunrise.net

Respectfully,

The Northern Trek for CFFF

 Julien Bergeron - Deputy Fire Chief

Northern Sunrise County

Note: Act fast as more than half the legs have been sold already!

 

CFFF Golf Classic Presented by Comtech Fire Credit Union

Event Date: May 28, 2018

Gather your friends, family and co-workers, and join us for a fun day of golf in support of the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation presented by Comtech Fire Credit Union!

May 28th, 2018 at the Markland Wood Golf Club, Toronto, Ontario

Click here for full details. Register Now!


Event Schedule:

11:00 AM: Registration Begins

12:00 PM: BBQ Lunch & Networking

1:30 PM: Shotgun Start (Best Ball/Texas Scramble Format)

7:00 PM: Plated Dinner and Awards 

Post Tournament: Sit down dinner with wine, silent auction and awards presentation.

Come on out and join the fun!

BEL Rotary 38th Annual Polar Plunge

Event Date: February 4, 2018

Pledge Your Support for a Member of Fleming Fire Fighters

A class of Pre-Service Fire Fighting Students from Fleming College are looking to raise money to support the Canadian Fallen Fire Fighters Foundation by doing the 2018 BEL Polar Plunge.

It is being held on February 4 2018 on Lake Chemong.

More info and pledge sheets are available here.

Contact is Jonathon Sanguinetti 705-927-3259

jonathon.sanguinetti@flemingcollege.ca

 

2017

Training: Critical Incident & Stress Management (Individual AND Group), Strategic Response Planning and Best Practices.

Event Date: November 29, 2017

Muskoka (ON) Victim Services is pleased to announce an exclusive training opportunity in Muskoka!

CFFF Director, Dr. Lori Gray, Clinical & Forensic Psychologist, from Frontline Resilience is an International Critical Incident Stress Foundation Instructor and will be providing training between November 29 to December 2, 2017 at Hidden Valley Resort in Huntsville, Ontario;  Muskoka Victim Services is the host for the event.

Direct all inquiries and registrations directly to Muskoka Victim Services.

Registration is on a first-come / first reserve / with payment process.  Details can be found attached, on the registration form.

e-mail:    eva@muskokavs.ca

web:       www.muskokavs.ca

Click here for detailed course poster and registration form (PDF format)

2017 Annual Canadian Firefighters Memorial Ceremony

Event Date: September 10, 2017

The ceremony will pay tribute to the over 1200 Canadian firefighters who have lost their lives serving Canada since 1848. The names of all firefighters added to the honour roll since the last ceremony will be read at the ceremony. In addition, special presentations will be made to the families of those firefighters who were actively employed at their time of death.

 

Fallen Firefighters Poker Run 2017

Event Date: September 9, 2017

Everybody come out and join us for the Fallen Firefighters Poker Run on September 9th, 2017. All proceeds are going to the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation. There will be a door prize draw for all the riders that register as well as prizes for the best hand and runner up. There will also be a 50/50 draw and live music following the event at Blackjacks Roadhouse. All riders will also receive an event shirt at registration and breakfast provided by Heritage Harley-Davidson. The ride involves many great stops including Rig Hand Craft Distillery where you will be able to tour the distillery and take pictures with your bike or group right by the stills. Make sure to save the date!

Registration, Breakfast, and Event Start at:
 
Heritage Harley-Davidson
1616 Calgary Trail SW
Edmonton, AB

 

OFC and FFAO Fire Fighters Memorial Service

Event Date: June 24, 2017

The Firefighters Memorial Service at the Ontario Fire College will be held on June 24, 2017 at 14:00hrs. Muster at 13:00hrs.

Full dress uniform is preferred but decent apparel will be allowed to march. Refreshments afterwards.

For more information got to ffao.on.ca.

 

2017 CFFF Golf Classic

Event Date: May 29, 2017

Registration is now open for the 2017 CFFF Golf Classic. This year's tournament will take place on May 29th at the Royal Woodbine Golf Club in Toronto, Ontario.

Click here for full details on Registration and Sponsorships!

Capital City Reds vs Ottawa Firefighters Charity Ball Game

Event Date: May 29, 2017

Please come on out and show some love and support by watching a fiery game of baseball between your nations's heroes, Ottawa Fire and the Capital City Reds.

May 29, 2017 at 4:00 pm. Admission is by donation.

25% of all your donations will be shared between the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation that was created to honour and remember firefighters that have died in the line of duty and to support their families. As well as the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NCIU) at CHEO, who in addition to providing hospital care to newborns in a 20-bed unit, also provide transfer of critically ill infants. The neonatal transport team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide for safe and seamless transfer of critically ill infants to an appropriate unit.

Your participation in this wonderful evening will help tremendously to those in need. Bring your friends and family and let's help pay it forward. Thank you!

Unity Run 2017

Event Date: May 13, 2017

SAVE THE DATE! - UNITY RUN 2017

Confederation Park – Waterfront Pavilion, Hamilton

Saturday May 13, 2017

Kids Race Time:
9 am - 911 meter

Adult Race time:
9.30 am - 6.93 km & 10.4 km

Supporting families of fallen first responders…

Camp F.A.C.E.S. (Families and Children of Emergency Services)
 
High school students free with sponsorship!!

The CFFF is Proud To Support Camp F.A.C.E.S.

2016

Firefighter Appreciation Day (FFAD)

Event Date: October 1, 2016

 

Please Support the Brotherhood.


We are excited to announce our plans for the return of Firefighter Appreciation Day (FFAD) to benefit The Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation (CFFF)! This year’s event, the 6th annual, kicks off on Saturday, October 1st, 2016 at Reebok CrossFit FirePower in Milton.

Founded in 2009, FFAD has raised over $30,000 for the CFFF, a registered charity that honours and remembers firefighters who have been killed in the line of duty, and supports their families.


FFAD is a fitness challenge like no other! The idea is to provide average civilians an opportunity to experience the physical de-mands that a firefighter faces every day on the job. It’s also a chance for current firefighters and other 911’s to test their cur-rent fitness levels and see how they measure up!


With the support of the Milton Fire Department, Toronto Fire Services and Toronto Fire Union who donate supplies and equip-ment, teams of 4 compete in a series of workouts that simulate various scenarios. These workouts require strength, endurance, and team strategy.


How can you help?


We all know that great things can happen when a community comes together, and as such, we are respectfully requesting your support. A contribution in any of the following areas will help us raise critical funds that will directly benefit the families of our fallen brothers:

Cash Sponsorships – various levels, excellent benefits and community exposure
Auction/Prize Donations – gift certificates, event tickets, dining, electronics, etc.
Product Donations – provide product for our participant swag bags
Vendor Participation – join our vendor village, great promotional opportunity!


To confirm your support of FFAD or for more information on how you can get involved, please contact Jennifer Young by phone at (647)239-3525 or by email to turtle@reebokcrossfitfirepower.com .


For more information about FFAD or the CFFF, please visit: www.firefighterappreciationday.ca. Thank you!


Yours truly,
2016 FFAD Committee Member

2016 ANNUAL CANADIAN FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL CEREMONY

Event Date: September 11, 2016

The 2016 Canadian Firefighters Memorial Ceremony will take place in Ottawa, Ontario on Sunday September 11. 

This years Honourary host will be the Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management for the Province of Ontario as they celebrate 100 years in existence.

More details on schedules and sponsorship opportunities will be made posted on the ceremony page as they become available.

We look forward to seeing you there.

 

6th Annual Lethbridge 9-11 Memorial Stairclimb

Event Date: September 11, 2016

When: Sun, September 11, 2016 - 01:30 PM MDT

Where: Lethbridge Center Tower (east doors by TD bank) 400 4 Ave S

Why: This stair climb commemorates the loss of 343 firefighters and 70 law enforcement members that died on Sept 11, 2001. The challenge is to retrace the ascent (and descent) of the 110 stories of the WTC – this equals 10 “laps” of The Lethbridge Center Tower.

The Stairclimb is a physically demanding activity in that the goal is always to achieve a climb (and descent) of 110 stories. This distance is the equivalent distance of the height of the World Trade Center as it stood before the attacks of 9-11. It is believed that many rescuers would have made a similar climb that day and unfortunately many never returned home.

We make this climb in order to honour those we lost in the line of duty and to ensure that we never forget them. Participants are encouraged to ask for sponsors in the form of pledges in order to raise money for the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Registration is now open: https://raceroster.com/events/2016/9745/lethbridge-9-11-memorial-stairclimb

Milton Fire Department Charity Car Wash for the CFFF

Event Date: September 11, 2016

This Sunday, September 11th, Milton Fire Department - a huge supporter of FFAD and the CFFF, will be holding a Charity Car Wash at Station 1, 405 Steeles Ave E, Milton, ON L9T 3G6.  The even tis from 9am to noon.

 If you are close to Milton, come by for an hour or 2 to volunteer at the event &/or get your car washed!!

100% of the proceeds for this day will go DIRECTLY to the CFFF on behalf of Milton Fire.

 

44th Annual National Defense Fire Service Golf Tournament

Event Date: August 19, 2016

Friday August 19, 2016

Circled Pine Golf Club Borden, Ontario
4 person Scramble
8:30 am Shot Gun Start
(Please be at course at 8:00 am)

Entrance Fee $100.00
Includes Green Fees, Power Cart, Dinner & Prizes

All proceeds raised are for the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation

Alberta Fire Chiefs Association Conference

Event Date: May 29, 2016

The CFFF will be attending The Alberta Fire Chiefs Association Trade Show at The Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, Calgary, Alberta.

Sunday, May 29th and Monday, May 30th, 2016.

Northern H.E.A.T. Conference - Peace River, AB

Event Date: May 4, 2016

Stop by our booth and say hello at the 2016 Northern H.E.A.T. in Peace River, AB May 4-7. Many thanks to the organizers of this event for inviting the CFFF to attend.

CFFF will be at OAFC May 1&2 - Toronto

Event Date: May 1, 2016

CFFF will be at OAFC May 1&2 Toronto

The Toronto Congress Centre

North Building Halls I & J

650 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario,

2016 Ladders Up for the Foundation Auction & Reception

Event Date: April 30, 2016

 

Ladders Up for the Foundation online auction and reception


Ladders Up for the Foundation is a charitable event and online auction held annually to raise funds for the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation. The event takes place every spring during the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs Conference in Toronto and features live music, great food, prize draws and immeasurable networking opportunities. In the months leading up to the event, companies and organizations donate goods and/or services, which are then posted on our auction website. Many fire personnel visit the auction website to bid on the donated items.


Funds raised from the auction and during the event go to support the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation, which honors firefighters who have been killed in the line of duty and to help support their families. Every dollar raised from this event goes towards the foundation’s education fund for the families of fallen firefighters. Since the inception of Ladders Up, we have raised more than $100,000 for this important charity.


The 2016 Ladders Up for the Foundation reception is on April 30th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel located at 33 Carlson Court in Toronto from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The online auction launches on March 1st.


We are still in need of items for the online auction site and prizes to raffle during the event. We hope you will consider donating an item. Your donation can be in the form of a product, service or any specialty item (gift cards, electronics, excursions etc). In exchange for your support, your company will be recognized as a contributor on the auction website and during the reception. It is a great opportunity to elevate your brand all while supporting those in need in the fire service. You can view the online auction site at www.laddersup.ca


Donating is easy! Complete our online donation form at www.oafc.on.ca/ladders-donation-form. Once you complete the form, we will be in touch with you. For more information about the event you can contact one of our committee members listed below, or visit our website at www.firefightingincanada.com/laddersup/.


Thank you in advance; we hope you will consider supporting this great event!


2016 Ladders Up for the Foundation Committee

Mark Prendergast, M&L Supply Fire & Safety, markp@mnlsupply.com
Catherine Connolly, Fire Fighting in Canada, cconnolly@annexweb.com
Laura King, Fire Fighting in Canada, lking@annexweb.com
Michelle O’Hara, Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs, michelle.ohara@oafc.on.ca
Kip Cosgrove, VFIS, kcosgrove@vfiscanada.com

OAFC Trade Show

Event Date: April 30, 2016

Thank you to everyone that stopped by by our booth and said hello at the 2016 OAFC Trade Show in Toronto April 30 - May 2. 

 

CFFF Directors Bill Stewart (l) and John Clare man the CFFF booth at OAFC trade show.

CFFF / Boston Pizza Fundraiser Dinner

Event Date: April 22, 2016

Get served by your local firefighters!  Lots of great prizes valued at over $5000.  10% of sales will be donated to the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation

Friday April 22, 2016 from 5-10 pm.  50 Courtneypark Drive East, Mississauga, ON.

 

Saskatchewan Association of Fire Chiefs Conference

Event Date: April 14, 2016

Stop by our booth and say hello at the 2016 SAFC Conference in North Battleford, SK April 14-16. Many thanks to the organizers of this event for your ongoing support of the CFFF.

 

 

2015

Occupational Stress and PTSD Symposium

Event Date: November 24, 2015

CFFF Director Dr. Lori Gray will be one of the keynote speakers at this event supported by the Canadian Mental Health Association and #ivegotyourback911.

Where: The Plex - 600 Tomlinson Dr., Port Elgin, ON

When: November 24, 2015.  9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Tickets are available by clicking here.

Brampton Beast Hockey Club of the ECHL - CFFF Fundraising Game

Event Date: October 25, 2015

The Brampton Beast Hockey Club of the ECHL, (affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens & St. John’s IceCaps), is inviting all families of the fallen, supporters, and friends of the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation to their CFFF fundraising home game on October 25, 2015 at 3pm at the Powerade Centre in Brampton, ON. A welcome BBQ will be held prior to the start of the game . Anyone interested in attending the complimentary event is asked to contact CFFF Director John Clare at: jclare@bramptonfirefighters.ca

Proud affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens & St. John’s IceCaps

Newfoundland & Labrador Association of Fire Services Annual Conference and Trade Show

Event Date: October 2, 2015

The CFFF will be in Gander, Newfoundland at the Newfoundland & Labrador Association of Fire Services annual conference and trade show.

Please drop by and visit our booth at the show on Friday or Saturday.

October 2-3, 2015

5th Annual Lethbridge Firefighters 9-11 MEMORIAL STAIR CLIMB

Event Date: September 27, 2015

Where: The Lethbridge Center Tower
(The downtown Bay mall by the TD bank)

When: Sunday, September 27, 2015
Time: 12-5pm

We make this climb in order to honour those we lost in the line of duty and to ensure that we never forget them. Participants are encouraged to ask for sponsors in the form of pledges in order to raise money for the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

All firefighters of IAFF local 237 and individuals from the general public are invited to participate in this event in a gesture to observe and honour those brothers and victims that were lost on September 11 at the site of the WTC attacks.

The idea of this stair climb is to retrace the ascent (and descent) of the 110 stories of the WTC – this equals 10 “laps” of The Lethbridge Center Tower.

Members can approach this task in anyway they prefer; gym strip, turn-outs, team, timed, etc. but please take your own level of fitness and comfort into account.

You are not obligate to get pledges to participate in this event but if you can convince friends and family to support your climb through any sort of donation it would be much appreciated.

Click here for Registration and Pledge Forms

 

12th annual CANADIAN FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL CEREMONY

Event Date: September 13, 2015

The 12th annual CANADIAN FIREFIGHTERS
MEMORIAL CEREMONY will be held in Ottawa, On. On Sunday Sept. 13.

See the ceremony web page for details.

September 12-13, 2015

NDFS Fire Services Golf Tournament

Event Date: August 21, 2015

CFB Borden
 

The Canadian Forces Fire and CBRN Academy (CFFCA) will be hosting the 43nd NDFS Annual Golf Tournament at the Circled Pine Golf Course of CFB Borden (16 Wing) (Ont.). In order to raise funds for the event, the Golf Tournament Committee is canvassing businesses for “Hole Sponsorship”.  The sponsorship fee per hole is $200.00.

In exchange for the sponsorship, the business will receive an 18” x 24” sign that will be displayed at the tee off area of the hole sponsored.  The cost of the sign is included in the $200.00 fee and the sign will display the name of the business involved.

Your cooperation and assistance in “Sponsoring a Hole”, or contributing a donation to our prize table is greatly appreciated.

In addition, please accept this as an invitation to your company to participate in our tournament.  It will be a 4 person scramble format with a Shot Gun start beginning at 8:00am. We will be accepting 120 golfers, so please reply as soon as possible to reserve your place. Tournament costs are $100.00 per person, which includes your golf, power cart dinner and prize table.

For further information, contact:
Jean-Francois (JF) Rousseau 705-424-1200 ext. 7177 or email at: Jean-Francois.Rousseau@forces.gc.ca


B.C. Fire Chiefs trade show in Penticton, BC - BCFireExpo

Event Date: June 7, 2015

The CFFF will be at the B.C. Fire Chiefs trade show in Penticton, BC. Drop by our booth to purchase Foundation merchandise.

June 7-8, 2015

1st Annual FCABC Charity Golf Tournament

Event Date: June 6, 2015

1st Annual FCABC Charity Golf Tournament in support of the CFFF

June 6, 2015 Summerland Golf & Country Club

Click here to register!

In June 2015, the FCABC Conference and BC Fire Expo returns to Penticton and the Sunny Okanagan.  To enhance this event we invite you to take part in our 1st Annual FCABC Charity Golf Tournament.

Unlike in previous years, this golf tournament is hosted by the committee as a fundraising event and we are pleased to say that all proceeds for this year will benefit the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Registration per person will include Green Fees, a shared Power Cart (2 people) and Dinner for only $120 (including taxes)

If there is a desire, we may hire a bus to provide transportation to and from Penticton (so you don't have to drive) for a small additional charge.

Dinner:

There will be a steak dinner buffet following the tournament and tickets will be available for just the dinner for those non-golfers wishing to join us.

FDIC Atlantic

Event Date: June 6, 2015

The CFFF will be at FDIC Atlantic in Wolfville NS. Drop by our booth to purchase Foundation merchandise or to find out more about the Foundation.

June 6, 2015

Brampton Fire Station Open House in support of the CFFF

Event Date: June 6, 2015

Join us on Saturday June 06, 2015 for the Grand Opening  of Brampton Fire & Emergency Services  Station 211.

Our annual Fire Station Open House, in support of the CFFF, will follow the Grand opening Ceremonies.  Hope to see you there!

Manitoba Fire Chiefs trade show in Scanterbury, MB

Event Date: June 4, 2015

The CFFF will be at the Manitoba Fire Chiefs trade show in Scanterbury, MB. Drop by our booth to purchase Foundation merchandise.

June 4-6, 2015

New Brunswick Association of Fire Chiefs Conference

Event Date: May 29, 2015

The CFFF will be at the 38th annual convention of the New Brunswick Association of Fire Chiefs at the Qplex in Quispamsis.  Drop by our booth to purchase Foundation merchandise or to find out more about the Foundation.

May 29-30, 2015

Fire Services Credit Union CFFF Charitable Golf Tournament

Event Date: May 25, 2015

CFFF Golf Classic Presented by Fire Services Credit Union

Gather your friends, family and co-workers, and join us
for a fun day of golf in support of the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation presented by Fire Services Credit Union!

Click here to register!

May 25th, 2015 at Markland Wood Golf Club, Toronto, Ontario


Event Schedule
11:00 AM: Registration Begins
12:00 PM: BBQ Lunch & Networking Opportunities
1:30 PM: Shotgun Start (Best Ball/Texas Scramble Format)

Post Tournament: Buffet Banquet with Wine, Silent Auction and Awards Presentation.

Come on out and join the fun!

Alberta Fire Chiefs trade show in Red Deer, Alberta

Event Date: May 24, 2015

The CFFF will be at the Alberta Fire Chiefs trade show in Red Deer, Alberta. Drop by our booth to purchase Foundation merchandise.

May 24-25, 2015

Association des chefs en sécurité incendie du Québec annual conference and trade show

Event Date: May 18, 2015

The CFFF will be in Sherbrooke Quebec at the Association des chefs en sécurité incendie du Québec annual conference and trade show. Please drop by and visit our booth.

May 18-19, 2015

House of Praise’s Night of Gratitude 2015 Donates $10,000 to the CFFF

Event Date: May 8, 2015

CFFF president Robert Kirkpatrick recently attended the House of Praise’s Night of Gratitude 2015 in Mississauga where the congregation gave back significant donations to several charities including the Fallen Firefighters Foundation. The Foundation was overwhelmed to accept a cheque for $10,000 at the event towards the family support work that the Foundation is providing for the families of fallen firefighters. Special thanks to all those who contributed to the Night of Gratitude put on by the House of Praise.

 

Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs trade show in Toronto, ON

Event Date: May 3, 2015

The CFFF will be at the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs trade show in Toronto, ON. Drop by our booth to purchase Foundation merchandise.

May 3-4, 2015

4th Annual Ladders Up for the Foundation

Event Date: May 2, 2015

The 4th Annual Ladders Up for the Foundation will be held on May 2 at the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs conference in Toronto, ON. Please visit www.laddersup.ca for more information on the party night and on-line auction to raise funds for the Foundation.

May 2, 2015

Boston Pizza CFFF Fundraiser - Mississauga

Event Date: May 1, 2015

The Boston Pizza CFFF fundraiser will be held on the night of Friday May 1 at the Courtney Park Road Mississauga, Ontario location. Drop by for a great meal and a chance to win great prizes including a trip.

 

May 1, 2015

Saskatchewan Association of Fire Chiefs annual conference and trade show.

Event Date: April 16, 2015

The CFFF will be in Swift Current Saskatchewan at the Saskatchewan Association of Fire Chiefs annual conference and trade show. Please drop by and visit our booth.

April 16-17, 2015

Saskatchewan Volunteer Firefighters Association annual conference and trade show.

Event Date: April 11, 2015

The CFFF will be in Nipawain Saskatchewan at the Saskatchewan Volunteer Firefighters Association annual conference and trade show. Please drop by and visit our booth.

April 11-12, 2015

2014

2nd Annual Shane McCready Memorial Golf Tournament

Event Date: September 18, 2014

2nd ANNUAL SHANE McCREADY MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH
CALEDON GOLF CLUB
9:00AM SHOTGUN START
$80.OO
$10 from each entry will be going to the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Fund in Shane’s name

$80.00 INCLUDES
• 18 HOLES OF GOLF
• CART
• MEAL
• PRIZES AND AWARDS CEREMONY ON THE CALEDON GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB PATIO AFTER GOLF
 
TOURNAMENT RULES AND REGS
• SCRAMBLE FORMAT
• LONGEST DRIVE HOLE (PRIZE)
• CLOSEST TO THE PIN (PRIZE)


E-MAIL OR TEXT GREG ENRIGHT WITH YOUR FOURSOME AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, WITH MONEY TO FOLLOW.  
CELL (416)527-7242   


*COURSE LOCATION IS ON OLD BASE LINE JUST WEST OF MCLAUGHLIN RD.

Click here to download the poster!

2014 CANADIAN FIREFIGHTERS ANNUAL MEMORIAL CEREMONY

Event Date: September 14, 2014

2014 CANADIAN FIREFIGHTERS ANNUAL MEMORIAL CEREMONY
September 14, 2014  10:30 A.M, Ottawa, Ontario

The 2014 honourary ceremony host is the Canadian Volunteer Fire Service Association
representing all volunteer firefighters.

Click here for full details on the 2014 ceremony!

 

Sarnia Saints Rugby Club Charity Tournament & Auction

Event Date: June 13, 2014

Sarnia Saints Rugby Club presents their "Playing it Forward" Charity Tournament raising funds for the CFFF.

Auction takes place on June 13th with game play on June 21st.

Click here for full details!

Alberta Fire Chief's Association Conference Trade Show

Event Date: June 8, 2014

Watch for our booth at the Alberta Fire Chief's Association Conference Trade Show in Grande Prairie, Alberta Sunday June 8th to Monday June 9th, 2014

Brampton Fire Open house- BBQ supporting the CFFF

Event Date: June 7, 2014

You and your family, are invited to join the Brampton Firefighters for the Brampton Fire and Emergency Services’ Annual Open House:

Station 208
Saturday, June 7, 2014
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

These open houses are organized to help Brampton Fire and Emergency Services reach out to the community, invite them into their home at the fire station and showcase to high school students why they should consider the fire service as a career. 

Everyone is looking forward to a fun day with giveaways for the children and would love to see you there.  Rain or Shine

Click here for the poster and full details!

BC Fire Expo and FCABC Conference

Event Date: June 1, 2014

Watch for us at the 2014 BC Fire Expo in Victoria, BC.  Sunday June 1 and Monday June 2 at the Victoria Conference Centre with the outside displays on Belleville Street in front of the Legislative Buildings.

The CFFF would like to extend its thanks to Dave Mitchell & Associates and Smith Brownlee & Associates for sponsoring the CFFF booth again this year.

37th New Brunswick Association of Fire Chiefs

Event Date: May 30, 2014

The CFFF will be attending the 37th New Brunswick Association of Fire Chiefs Convention the 30 May - 1 Jun in Dieppe NB. Come out and learn more about the Foundation.

CFFF Memorial Golf Tournament (East)

Event Date: May 26, 2014

Fire Services Credit Union CFFF Golf Tournament (East) will take place on May 26, 2014 at the exclusive and private Markland Wood Golf & Country Club in Toronto. For more information or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Kevin Connolly at 416-440-1294 or e mail kevin@firecreditunion.ca.

Registration is now open!

Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs Trade Show

Event Date: May 4, 2014

The CFFF will be at the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs Trade Show in Toronto May 4 and 5, 2014. Drop by to see us and purchase CFFF merchandise.

Ladders Up for the Foundation

Event Date: May 3, 2014

The 2014 "Ladders Up for the Foundation" fundraiser will take place May 3 2014 at OAFC, Toronto. 16:30-2000 hrs in the north building at the Metro Congress Centre 650 Dixon Rd. (same building the Trade Show is in).

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT - “BETTER UNDER FIRE”   (10 door prize tickets) CASH BAR

Prizes include a trip for 2 to West Palm Beach for one week  and a trip for 2 to  any major airport in Canada.

Online bidding is now open!

Click here to see the list of auction items and place your bids!

Click here to see pictures and the full story about the 2013 event!

East Side Mario's Argentia Fundraiser

Event Date: April 25, 2014

East Side Mario’s restaurant at 3075 Argentia Road in Mississauga, Ontario will hold its annual fundraiser for the CFFF on April 25, 2014. Come by for some great food, prizes and silent auction!

Download the poster!

 

 

Saskatchewan Association of Fire Chiefs Trade Show

Event Date: April 3, 2014

The CFFF will be at the Saskatchewan Association of Fire Chiefs Trade Show in Saskatoon April 3 and 4, 2014. Drop by to see us and purchase CFFF merchandise.

OFD Hockey for Little Hearts 2014

Event Date: April 1, 2014

The fifth annual Hockey for Little Hearts Tournament!!

Ottawa Fire Department Hockey will be hosting their 5th annual Hockey for Little Hearts hockey tournament with a portion of the proceeds going to the CFFF.

The tournament will take place April 1st to 4th at the Jim Durrell Arena in Ottawa Ontario. This year we will be hosting 5 divisions, "A", "B", "C", "D" and "SUPER REC". Each division will consist of 5 teams with each team being guaranteed 4 games.

Hockey trivia guru Liam Maguire will be hosting a hot stove session with NHL Alumni on Thursday evening.

Take advantage of the "Early Bird" price of $800 per team ($900 after January 31st, 2014). Entry deadline is March 1th, 2014.

Click here for full details!

 

Climb the Wall: Stairclimb for Clean Air 2014

Event Date: March 16, 2014

On behalf of the BC Lung Association, we’d like to remind you that on Sunday, March 16th, 2014 the BC Lung Association will be hosting their annual Climb the Wall: the Stairclimb for Clean Air. This year’s event will include 400 participants and over 100 firefighters coming together for a hike up the 48 - storey (739 steps) Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel - of one of the highest buildings in Vancouver!


As they approach their 13th annual Stairclimb, we’ve realized the event would not be the success that it is today without the continued support of the community and participation of our local firefighters. We would be grateful if you could help spread the word and forward this info to your networks of partners, fundraisers, volunteers, firehalls and of course, firefighters as we continue our climb against lung disease at this year’s event!

• Register online at www.stairclimb.ca, by phone at 604-731-5864 or fax the registration form to 604-731-5810.

• Registration fee is $25 per firefighter with a fundraising minimum of $125 per person

Please let us know if you would like any additional information regarding our event or would like us to send you some brochures and/or firefighter posters.

Ashley Wong
| Special Events Assistant | BC Lung Association
2675 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 2K2
T 604-731-5864 ext. 244  | F 604-731-5810
awong@bc.lung.ca

The CFFF is proud to help promote this great event!

Big White Fire Department Rooftop Campout Fundraiser

Event Date: March 14, 2014

Big White Fire Department Rooftop Campout Fundraiser March 14th, 15th, 16th. Big White Ski Resort.

Help share the news!

50th Anniversary Brass Helmet Bonspiel will support the CFFF

Event Date: January 15, 2014

Register now for the 50th Anniversary Brass Helmet Bonspiel at the Brampton Curling Club!

Date: Wednesday January 15, 2014

Draws: 8:30/ 10:00 am.  Entries: First 24 teams ONLY
GAMES: Two six end games.  Lunch & Dinner.  Team Entries $ 280.00 each

FUNDRAISING this year for “Canadian Fallen Firefighter Foundation”

Where: Brampton Curling Club, 46 McMurchy Ave S, Brampton, (905) 451-4020

Contacts:  Shaun Wolfe H 705-434-1060,   C 416-347-0665    Toronto #412, 416-338-9412 A
Andy Stephenson H 519-763-2382,   Toronto #412, 416-338-9412 C
Keith Jones H 905-849-8472,    Toronto #412, 416-338-9412 C
Larry Teeter H 905-838-3252

2013

22nd Annual Fire Services Collectibles Show and Sale

Event Date: November 2, 2013

The CFFF will be selling merchandise at the Ontario Fire Buff Associates', 22nd Annual Fire Services Collectibles Show and Sale.  Toronto Fire Academy, Eastern Ave. at Knox Ave., Toronto, Saturday, November 2, 2013 from 08:30 to 12:00.  Free admission.

CFFF will attend Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs Trade Show

Event Date: September 23, 2013

Sept 23-25 2013. The CFFF will be at the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs trade show in Regina, SK. Drop by our booth to purchase Foundation merchandise.

10th annual CANADIAN FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL CEREMONY

Event Date: September 8, 2013

Sept 6-8 2013, The 10th annual CANADIAN FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL CEREMONY will be held in Ottawa, On. On Sunday Sept. 8. See the ceremony web page for details.

5th Annual CFFF Memorial Golf Tournament

Event Date: June 8, 2013

The 5th Annual CFFF Memorial Golf Tournament (West) will take place again this year at Arbutus Ridge Golf Course on Vancouver Island. For information on registration and sponsorship opportunities, please visit our Golf Tournament info page at: http://cfff.ca/EN/fundraisers--events/memorial-golf-tournment.html

2nd Annual Domino's Pizza Appreciation Day for the CFFF

Event Date: June 2, 2013

The 2nd annual Dominos Pizza customer appreciation Day for the CFFF will be held at participating Mississauga, ON Dominos Pizza locations. Visit your local Mississauga store for details.

Fire Services Credit Union CFFF Charitable Golf Tournament

Event Date: May 29, 2013

The Fire Services Credit Union Golf Tournament in support of the CFFF. This tournament will take place at Royal Ontario Golf Club on May 29th, 2013.  Please click on the image below for full details including Sponsorship Opportunities. You can also download the Registration Form in PDF format by clicking here.

Fire Services Credit Union Golf Tournament

 

 

CFFF will attend BC Fire Chief's Association Conference

Event Date: May 25, 2013

May 25-26 2013. The CFFF will be at the B.C. Fire Chiefs trade show in Penticton, BC. Drop by our booth to purchase Foundation merchandise.

Many-2-One Raising Funds for the CFFF 2013

Event Date: May 18, 2013

Many-2-One will be conducting another auction in support of the CFFF. The auction wil start on May 18th.  Take a moment to visit their website and preview some of the items that will be up for bid:

Many-2-One Auction Preview

East Side Mario’s CFFF Event Raises $5600 for the CFFF

Event Date: May 17, 2013

East Side Mario’s restaurant at 3075 Argentia Road in Mississauga, Ontario held its annual fundraiser for the CFFF on May 10, 2013 with a portion of all food sales going to the CFFF.

Foundation Ambassador, Captain Luigi Davoli called on fellow Mississauga firefighters and current recruit class firefighters, who volunteered their time to serve food, raffle off gift certificates and run a silent auction. The event was a great success with over $5600 going to the Foundation.

Thanks to the entire staff at ESM and all those who attended!

Ambassador Davoli accepts the donation from restaurant owner Annie McCaughey, servers Vicky, Cheryl and Ximena.

Hey badda bing badda boom!

East Side Mario's Agrentia joins the CFFF to give back!

Event Date: May 10, 2013

Join us on Friday, May 10th in support of the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation

East Side Mario’s is hosting a fundraiser night to remember. We are donating 10% from all regular priced sales. You can help by simply joining us for dinner. Enjoy prize draws, fire truck tours, Fire and CFFF Awareness, and happy hour from 5pm-6pm. There will be a silent auction, which includes a VIA Rail trip for 2, WestJet flight for 2 and a signed Maple Leafs jersey by James Reimer #34

Click here to download the full size poster for use at your location!

East Side Mario’s is a registered trade-mark.
© 2013 Prime Restaurants Inc.

CFFF will attend Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs Trade Show

Event Date: May 5, 2013

May 5-6 2013. The CFFF will be at the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs trade show in Toronto, ON. Drop by our booth to purchase Foundation merchandise.


Visit the C.F.F.F. booth #1628 at the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs trade show May 5 & 6 at The Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario. Show times 10am-5pm both days.

Special thanks to SAFETEK for sponsoring our booth.

 

 

Thanks to SAFETEK for supporting the Foundation!

Don’t forget the “Ladders Up for the Foundation” fundraiser party Saturday May 4, 6pm at the Double Tree Hotel across the street from trade show.

2nd Annual Ladders Up for the Foundation

Event Date: May 4, 2013

The 2nd Annual Ladders Up for the Foundation will be held on May 4 at the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs conference in Toronto, ON. Please visit www.laddersup.ca for more information on the party night and on-line auction to raise funds for the Foundation.

CFFF will Attend Saskatchewan Fire Chiefs Association Conference

Event Date: April 4, 2013

Apr 4-5 2013. The CFFF will be in Yorton Saskatchewan at the Saskatchewan Fire Chiefs Association 63rd annual conference and trade show. Please drop by and visit our booth.

2012

Climbing For Our Fallen

Event Date: September 11, 2012

FIREFIGHTERS AND THE PUBLIC ALIKE CLIMB THE
CALGARY TOWER FOR 9/11 AND CANADA’S FALLEN


Calgary -- Today at 6:00pm Firefighters and members the public from across Calgary and Alberta will gather to commemorate and remember not only the tragic events of 9/11 but the selfless contributions made by Canada's Firefighters every day.


“The climb is not a race,” says Chad Sartison, Chair of Firefighters1st, Board Member of the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation and Captain at the Foothills Fire Department in Heritage Pointe. “Rather, it is an opportunity to reflect on how our world has changed since 9/11 and perhaps more importantly we remember and recognize the 1111 Canadian firefighters who have fallen in service to the community.”


Sartison continues “Many of the firefighters climbing today have only just returned from Ottawa last night where the Canadian Firefighters Memorial, the Canada’s newest national monument, was officially opened by His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, as a permanent and public commemoration of the honour and sacrifice of every Canadian firefighter who has
died in the line of duty since 1848.”


Many of the firefighters who attended the unveiling of the memorial in Ottawa yesterday attended on their own dime. “It is humbling,” said Sartison, “to be involved in a profession where passion and commitment to each other and the community permeate every aspect of your profession. Over 80% of Canada’s firefighters are volunteer which serves as a great metaphor to our commitment to community and service.”


The climb is open to the public and everyone is encouraged to show up to cheer on and climb beside their firefighters. Registration is $34.30 signifying the 343 firefighters who lost their lives on 9/11 and can be completed on arrival. The event will start at 6:00pm at the base of the Calgary Tower with the climb starting at 6:30. Donations can also be made at http://thefirewithin.ca/shop/product_detail.html?id=45.


Proceeds raised will be forwarded to the Canadian and National Fallen Firefighters Foundations to help the families of the fallen. Every year the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation awards bursaries and scholarships to the children of our fallen and memorializes and honours their contribution with their families in September.


WHAT: “CLIMBING FOR OUR FALLEN” HONOURING FIREFIGHTERS ON 9/11
WHO: CANADA’S FIREFIGHTERS AND THE PUBLIC THEY SERVE
WHERE: CALGARY TOWER
WHEN: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 BEGINNING AT 6:00 P.M.
MEDIA CONTACT:
CHAD SARTISON 403-978-0911
CHAD@FIREFIGHTERS1ST.ORG

 

Download PDF Press Release Here

 


CHAD@FIREFIGHTERS1ST.ORG

A Ride of Respect

Event Date: September 9, 2012

A Ride of Respect
September 2012


The purpose of this motorcycle ride will be to respect the Canadian Firefighters that have died in the line of duty and are being memorialized on the new Canadian Fallen Firefighter Foundation (CFFF) National Wall of Remembrance in Ottawa to be dedicated on September 9, 2012.

Surrey Fire Services Retired Captain Tim Baillie and Captain Brian Green will be riding to Ottawa to be on hand when the wall is officially dedicated. We will be riding the entire approximately 4600 km there and then back to show our respect for the sacrifices these firefighters made.

Riders can join us for as long or as short a ride as you wish. We will be responsible only for ourselves and accommodations as it is impossible to know if anyone will join us and for what length of the ride. All kinds and forms of motorcycles and vehicles are welcome.

The schedule of the ride will be:

• August 31 - Start from the Peace Arch at 09:00 going to Salmon Arm BC,  431 km
• September 1 - Salmon Arm BC to Calgary Alta,  512 km
• September 2 - Calgary Alta to Regina Sask, 757km
• September 3 - Regina Sask to Winnipeg Man, 574 km
• September 4 - Rest Day
• September 5 - Winnipeg Man to Thunder Bar Ont, 696 km
• September 6 - Thunder Bay Ont to Sault Ste. Marie Ont, 698 km

Tentative

• September 7 - Sault Ste. Marie Ont to Toronto Ont, 683 km
• September 8 - Toronto Ont to Ottawa Ont,  418 km    or

• September 7 - Sault Ste. Marie Ont to Ottawa Ont, 794 km

The last leg is not set as we have to assess the last leg and possibly have a change of an extra day from Toronto Ont to Ottawa Ont. That decision will be made as time nears but people will be welcome to do as they wish. It would be on objective for us to ride into Ottawa as a group to make the experience just that little bit better. Thanks for your attention.

If more information is desired, please contact Tim Baillie at baillie161@shaw.ca

Sincerely

Tim Baillie, Brian Green

2012 CFM Dedication and Ceremony

Event Date: September 9, 2012

This year will be a special year for the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Memorial as it will also include the dedication of the newly constructed memorial. This year's ceremony will take place at the new memorial location.

For a complete schedule of events, please follow this link to the schedule page:

2012 CFM Schedule of Events

Red Knights 9/11 Memorial Ride

Event Date: September 9, 2012

For those in the Nova Scotia area unable to attend the ceremony in Ottawa, consider attending the Red Knights 9/11 Memorial Ride in support of the CFFF.

Begins and ends at the Shearwater Officer's Mess
Registration 11:00-12:30. Kickstands up 12:30
Proceeds in support of Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
BBQ provided by Litters 'N Critters Animal Rescue.
Music by Jimi Swinamer supporting Bikers Down Society
Door prizes
Open to all bikers and anyone looking to support the above organizations.

For more information, see the posting on their Facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/events/187031148096349/

International Fire/EMS Safety & Health Week

Event Date: June 17, 2012

June 17th to 23rd. Rules you can live by!

 

 

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Many To One Auction to Support the CFFF

Event Date: June 10, 2012

The Many To One Foundation is holding another great Auction running from June 8th to June 16th 2012. This auction will see the proceeds going to support the CFFF. For more information, visit the Many To One Foundation website at many-2-one.org

The CFFF would also like to extend our thanks to Many To One for their $450.00 donation from sales of their new Paracord Wristbands at the Ontario Association of Fire Chief's Conference.

 

Many to One Auction is now under way! Lots of great deals to support the CFFF...

 

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4th Annual Canadian Fallen Firefighters Memorial Golf Tournament

Event Date: June 9, 2012

The 4th Annual CFF Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, June 9th at Arbutus Ridge Golf Course located on Vancouver Island.  Hole sponsorship and player registration information is now available.

Click here for full details.

Brampton Fire & Emergency Services - Fire Station Open House

Event Date: June 2, 2012

Come on out to the Brampton Fire & Emergency Services Fire Station Open House!

Date: June 02, 2012

Time: 1000-1400hrs

Location:  Fire Station 213 -  4075 Ebenezer Road Brampton Ontario

Enjoy a Firefighter BBQ with all proceeds going to the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation!

Ladders Up For the Foundation

Event Date: May 5, 2012

In 2011, at FDIC in Indianapolis, a group of fire-service manufacturers and suppliers attended an event called Stop, Drop, Rock & Roll, a fundraiser for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation in the United States. The question on our minds was, Why aren’t we doing this in Canada?

Ladders Up for the Foundation is the brainchild of Mark Prendergast of M&L Supply. That night in Indy, Mark successfully bid on a commemorative 9-11 helmet that became instantly famous among those attending the conference.

Mark wanted to make the same impact in Canada for the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation. So, a committee was formed. Barry Malmsten and Mercedes Foulon from the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC), Catherine Connolly with Fire Fighting in Canada, Canadian Firefighter and EMS Quarterly, and Firehall.com, David Sheen with Toronto Fire Services and CFFF chairman, Kip Cosgrove with VFIS, and, of course, Mark. This group has worked together for many months to bring this exciting event to life.

Many vendors have donated items for auction and we anticipate this event and fundraiser to be a great success.

Proceeds will go to the CFFF to help build the monument in Ottawa.

Ladders Up will be an annual event at the OAFC conference. Each year we will endeavor to raise money for the foundation, and once the monument is built, the proceeds will go to help the families of fallen firefighters and go toward maintenance of the monument.

Below are the details of this inaugural event. Any fire department in Canada can bid on the items. Let’s all work together to build a monument that will truly honour our fallen firefighters.


The event

All the efforts of Ladders Up For the Foundation will be celebrated at a fantastic event on Saturday, May 5! Winning bidders for the online items will be announced, and a silent auction will take place. Live entertainment and appetizers will be provided. Come celebrate our success in raising funds and awareness for this worthy cause!

Saturday May 5, 2012
6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Doubletree Hotel (near Toronto Airport) – The International Room
655 Dixon Road
Toronto, Ont.

Click here for more information:  www.laddersup.ca

Entertainment provided by:
MC/auctioneer Ken Kurz, deputy chief, Dryden Fire Department

Hors d’oeuvres will be served.
Cash bar.

East Side Marios Fundraiser - April 2012

Event Date: April 27, 2012

Join us Friday April 27th (5-10pm) in Support of the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation at East Side Marios Argentia Location (Mississauga, ON)

East Side Mario's Argentia is hosting a fundraiser night to remember. They will be donating 10% from all regularly priced sales.  Enjoy prize draws and Fire Truck tours, Fire & CFFF awareness and happy hour from 5-6pm.  There will also be a silent auction including a signed Toronto Maple Leafs hockey stick. Come out and meet the local firefighters!

Download the poster!

Moxie's and Fire & Spice Recipes to the Rescue Cookbook Event

Event Date: January 18, 2012

Join us at Moxie's Grill on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 for a charity fundraising event:

Brampton Firefighters featured in the "Fire & Spice Recipes to the Rescue"
cookbook will be at Moxie's, Bramalea City Centre next Wednesday night (Jan
18th) between 6-8 p.m. signing cookbooks and serving food at select tables!
Proceeds from the sale of our cookbook will benefit the United Way of Peel
and the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
Reservations required for tables in designated section with Firefighter
servers -  please call Moxie's at 905-793-1633.

Come out to Moxie's for a fun evening and support two worthy charities! The United Way and the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation...

Brampron Firefighters Present the CFFF with a cheque for $5000

Brampton Fire Cookbook Committee
Brent Robillard, Steve Matthews, Cody Barteaux, Dylan Shaw, James Schwalm,
Joe Haynes, Drew Huerter, James Durand

2011

Brampton Firefighter Gala Night

Event Date: October 14, 2011

On Friday October, 14th,  at Pearson Convention Center this semi-formal event includes:

  • Sit down dinner (chicken, salmon or vegetarian)

  • Open bar

  • Fashion show

  • Entertainment

  • Music

  • Silent & live auctions

  • Bid on a firefighter to sit at your table!

TicketsTickets can be purchased through the Rose Theatre Box Office.

 

For more information, call 905.874.2800.

 

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