The Fire Service is an extremely challenging and dangerous profession, where we are sometimes exposed to hazards - not only to our physical well being but also to our mental health. The following members have shown leadership in recognizing these numerous hazards and have dedicated their lives to helping those who help others, while at the same time, providing education as to the many dangers, known and unknown, in our profession. While each year, fire fighting takes a devastating toll on our members, the dangers have become less apparent in the public eye but ever more lethal, as more and more fire fighters fall to work related illnesses, while also exacting a serious toll on their mental health. We recognize these individuals who work everyday to shed light on the toll on the health, safety, and well being of fire fighters. They have fought to educate, raise the standards of health and safety and improve public awareness. We also honour those who have dedicated their lives to serve and be there for the families of our fallen when tragedy strikes, so that those who make the ultimate sacrifice are properly acknowledged and are never forgotten.
with the goal of improving the lives of its members and the people of this city, has ensured the success of this Association. Furthermore, the example set by those leaders of all the former municipalities laid the foundation for where we are today. The commitment and sacrifice that these individuals have selflessly given to improving the lives and livelihood of fire fighters, their families and the people of Toronto, as well as their former municipalities, has demonstrated an incredible record of service, which in total, amounts to hundreds of years of dedicated leadership. These contributions to every facet of our profession have touched the lives of many generations of fire fighters and their families. We are grateful for their tremendous dedication and commitment to service.
Paul Atkinson, Andrew Berg, David Conner, Hugh Donnelly, Robert Feeney, Samantha Hoffman, Richard Holmes, Tom Karnas, David King, Edmond Lynch, Tim Metcalfe, David Morley, Ron Nickle, Barry Parker, Todd Riley, John Semple, Ron Seymour
Active Steve Buckingham, Greg Colton, Hugh Doherty, Doug Erwin, Mark Fitzsimmons, Rick Gallo, John Jones, David Holwell, Keith Hamilton, John Maclachlan, Kevin McCarthy, Neil McKinnon, Mike Neely, Jeff Nester, Mike Ogle, Frank Ramagnano, Ernest Thorne, Damien Walsh, Chuck West
The following group of individuals are being recognized for their contribution as leaders within the profession of fire fighting and their dedication to public service. The success of any organization is always dependent upon leadership. Through times of stability but especially in difficult times, having leaders with vision and the courage to move their Association forward,
Retired Al Cheater, Paul Enright, Charles “Bud” Exton, Ian Hamilton, Jim Lee, Scott Marks, Robert McWhinnie, Barry Papaleo, John Poirier, Wes Rowe, Robin Sanders, John Vonk, William “Bill” Waugh
The next time you see one of our fine recipients of this Royal Honour wearing it proudly on their chest, please be sure to congratulate them on a job well done, and for honouring the Toronto Fire Services with their selfless contributions.
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