Enbridge Gas Ontario (Enbridge Gas) is helping Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue purchase firefighting training materials, through Safe Community Project Assist–a program with the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC) that supplements existing training for Ontario volunteer and composite fire departments in the communities where Enbridge Gas operates.
“Safety is at the heart of everything we do at Enbridge Gas–it’s one of our core values we live by,” says Mike Cooney, Supervisor – Operations, Enbridge Gas. “We’re proud to support Ontario firefighters with emergency response training that helps them strengthen
their skills, stay prepared, and continue protecting the vibrant communities they serve.”
This year’s $125,000 investment from Enbridge Gas will be shared by 25 Ontario fire departments, including Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue. Funds are used to purchase educational materials to assist in training firefighters in life-saving techniques.
Since the launch of Safe Community Project Assist in 2012, 394 grants have been provided to Ontario fire departments for additional firefighter training.
“Fire departments across Ontario train every single day and that is why it is important for them to have access to the right materials to keep their members and the public safe. Safe Community Project Assist helps departments afford these essential training tools
and supports the ongoing learning that keeps the fire service safe,” says Jon Pegg, Ontario Fire Marshal, and Chair of the FMPFSC.
“This grant has helped equip our training department to purchase the newest edition of firefighter training materials. In high-risk professions, quality training isn’t just about skill development—it’s about ensuring our people return home safely at the end of every
shift,” says Interim Fire Chief Tim Kraemer. “We’re deeply grateful for this support, which will enable us to provide our firefighters with the training and resources needed to navigate complex, dangerous situations with confidence. This funding demonstrates a
shared commitment to protecting those who put themselves at risk in service of our community, and we appreciate the support from both Enbridge and the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council.”
About Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue
Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue provides the County with efficient and effective fire protection services. Our firefighters are highly trained in many disciplines and are constantly maintaining and improving their skills to better serve the community. The
mission of Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue is to provide fire safety education, Ontario Fire Code compliance, and fire protection services that ensure the lives and property in Prince Edward County are protected from the adverse effects of fires, sudden
medical emergencies or exposure to dangerous conditions created by natural or human-caused emergencies.
About the FMPFSC
The FMPFSC was established in 1993 with a mission to help create “a world where no one is hurt by fire.” Chaired by the Ontario Fire Marshal, the FMPFSC promotes fire prevention and public education through sponsorships and partnerships with various
groups and individuals with an interest in public safety. Follow the FMPFSC on X @FMPFSC.
About Enbridge Gas Ontario
Enbridge Gas Ontario is Canada’s largest natural gas storage, transmission and distribution company based in Ontario. With more than 175 years of service, it delivers safe, affordable, reliable energy to over 4 million customers. It is investing in innovations
that modernize how energy is produced, delivered and used to support a lower emission future. The storage and transmission business offers a variety of storage and transportation services to customers at the Dawn Hub, Canada’s largest integrated
underground storage facility and one of the largest in North America. Enbridge Gas is owned by Enbridge Inc. (ENB), a North American-based leader in energy transportation and distribution. Visit enbridgegas.com to learn more.
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For more information, please contact:
Patrick Howe, Acting Deputy Fire Chief, Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue
Tel: 613-476-2345
Email: phowe@pecounty.on.ca
Kathy Ash, Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council
Tel: 1-866-379-6668 ext. 4 Email: kathy.ash@firesafetycouncil.com
Enbridge Gas Media
Email: enbridgegasmedia@enbridgegas.co