August 15, 2014 - Ottawa, ON - Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada
The Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, today congratulated the Aboriginal Firefighters’ Association of Canada (AFAC) on the 25th anniversary of the Aboriginal Firefighters’ Competition and for its ongoing work in promoting fire prevention across Canada through its #BeFireSafe education campaign. The Government of Canada is once again a proud contributor to this important event.
The skills and abilities of Aboriginal Firefighters from First Nations across Canada are being showcased this weekend in Fort McKay First Nation, Alberta. Aboriginal firefighters’ from across Canada will compete in the spirit of comradery and strengthening community fire safety.
The competition provides a venue to showcase new firefighting techniques, exchange best practices between communities, and increase awareness about fire prevention. Teams compete in a series of challenges such as bucket target relays and hose transitions. Participants also attend training seminars throughout the duration of the competition to hone their skills.
Erica Meekes
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development
819-997-0002
Media Relations
Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada
819-953-1160
Blaine Wiggins
Executive Director
Aboriginal Firefighters’ Association of Canada
Bwiggins48@gmail.com
250-267-2579
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