Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency celebrates National Volunteer Appreciation Week by thanking our volunteer firefighters across the region for their dedication to their communities
**** Via HRFE Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency celebrates National Volunteer Appreciation Week (April 14 – 20) by thanking our volunteer firefighters across the region for their dedication to their communities This year’s theme is “Every Moment Matters.” We’re proud of our volunteers who give their time to help their community in challenging circumstances. Volunteering...
This month is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month
**** Via NS SPCA This month is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month Today, we want to highlight Special Constable Balsor, one of our dedicated Enforcement Officers. Special Constable Balson has been with us for a year and a half. Always an animal lover, with a special place in her heart for animals in need...
National Pet Day takes place every year on April 11
National Pet Day takes place every year on April 11 Our pets do so much for us every day of the year, the world decided to dedicate an entire day to celebrating the joy and companionship that pets bring into our lives!...
Did you know in 2023 we intervened on behalf of over 4500 animals across Nova Scotia?
**** Info via NS SPCA Did you know in 2023 we intervened on behalf of over 4500 animals across Nova Scotia? April is the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month. Our Enforcement Officers receive reports of animals in need of help every day. And their help can come in a variety of ways: education, arranging...
Tribute to HRFE Capt. Billy Marr
**** Info via HRFE Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the recent passing of Captain William (Billy) Marr A lovingly crafted tribute from his family is available here https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/halifax-ns/william-marr-11759446 Please keep Billy’s family & friends in your thoughts. In honor of Captain Marr’s service, the flags at our stations will be flown at half-mast...
Happy International Beaver Day!
**** Info via Hope for Wildlife Happy International Beaver Day! Being one of Canada’s national emblems, pretty much every day in Canada is a beaver kind of day, but April 7th is specifically recognized as International Beaver Day. It was created in 2009 by Beavers Wetlands & Wildlife, a U.S. non-profit organization in order to...
Local author book signing takes flight at Indigo / Chapters in Dartmouth
Local author book signing takes flight at Indigo / Chapters in Dartmouth Connie Dennis, who has written an educational, children’s book about our beloved Osprey, Pickles, and his family that have been at the the nest at Russell Lake for many years, happily greeted guests as she and husband Don took to Chapters to sign...
It’s with tremendous sadness we announce that Captain Bill Marr has passed away after a lengthy cancer battle
Our deepest condolences to friends and family Via Halifax Professional Firefighters It’s with tremendous sadness we announce that Captain Bill Marr has passed away after a lengthy cancer battle. Our thoughts are with his Family, Friends and those close to him. LODD Funeral details will be shared once finalized. RIP Billy...
Happy birthday, Siren!
Happy birthday, Siren! Siren, a therapy dog with HRFE, is a big boy today as he has turned 3 years old today! (photos contributed) Follow Siren on his Facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087430636145&mibextid=ZbWKwL ...
New volunteer firefighters graduate in a ceremony in Tantallon
A big thank you as a VRT volunteer class for HRFE (and one member from Enfield) graduated amongst friends and family in a ceremony in Tantallon. Although many of the over 20 grads have been on active duty in their communities for some time now, this was their chance to accept officially their black helmets...