Fire Watch: Volume 16, Issue 3

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I PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

n 1981, The Clash forever memorialized this phrase by writing a hit song. However, beyond the fantastic guitar solos and the distinctive punk sound, until you are walking that mile, it is impossible to appreciate the difficulty of the decision to leave something you love. For years, I educated members working with their numbers that told a story of retirement security because of the consistent stewardship of OMERS and the vigorous defence of our benefits applied by your Association.

I have discovered the reality that nothing totally prepares any of us until your day comes.

After 34 years with TFS and 24 years in an elected position for Local 3888, I decided to retire.

I commenced my fire service career in operations in 1989 after accepting an employment offer from the City of York. Believe it or not, at the time, I envisioned myself having five stripes one day and the ability to effect change. In fact, during my interview at the ripe old age of 21, I told the Fire Chief, soon to be Fire Marshal, that one day I would be the Chief making others feel as nervous as the way he made me feel.

My union journey began during the amalgamation in 1999. It was an exciting time getting elected during the inception of Local 3888, an organization comprised of former presidents and principal officers. I was fortunate to have worked alongside some of the greatest leaders in the fire service. And it is not lost on me that my successes would not have been possible without the constant support of our members throughout the years. I learned early on in my career; firefighters are unstoppable when we stand together. The faith given to me over the past two decades by all of you is something I will cherish for the rest of my life. Serving on the Executive Board is a privilege no one should take for granted. Notwithstanding, my highest honour was being elected the 6th President of the TPFFA.

I would have happily continued as Vice President, but when President Ramagnano decided to retire, along with the departure of a wealth of experience in critical positions within the TPFFA, it became my duty to step up.

The following two years would be an adventure beyond anything anyone could have imagined. Besides the many holes in our organization, we were amidst a global pandemic that ushered in a season of fear, anger, and ultimately division that would eventually destroy families and seriously threaten ours. The City of Toronto had called for a state of emergency and implemented changes to labour practices, such as suspending arbitrations that created a backlog of outstanding grievances. It was reminiscent of a time when collective agreement language did not exist, and the employer created arbitrary rules. Staffing levels were at an all-time low, resulting in trucks being taken out of service and threatening to close fire stations. The shortage of resources impacted the entire city. As response time for EMS and police grew to unsafe

levels, TFS agreed to increase our responses. All the while, essential services to employees, like payroll and benefits were impacted, causing shortages. With our backs to the wall, it was time for the newly formed Executive Board to roll up their sleeves and get to work!

The TPFFA had to get their own house in order first. With a byelection in the north, the exit of both WSIB chairs, and the previous departure of a longstanding President, Health and Safety Chair, and Grievance Chair, including the transition of committees I chaired, it would require many people to make sacrifices. I have worked with many boards over the years, and success is built on hard work and trust. Fortunately, your Executive Board had both. Considering the uncertainty ahead, each person would be asked to step up, and thankfully, they did.

The role of President in the 5th biggest local in North America is very demanding and comes with a great deal of responsibility. While dealing with the ramifications of COVID-19, it was one of the loneliest times in my entire life. People worldwide were getting sick and dying, and everyone was watching to see how the largest city in Canada would respond. The Mandatory Vaccination Policy would eventually lead to terminations and contribute to the most significant division of our membership since the inception of the TPFFA, while costing many people their jobs, homes, and families. Considering our members and the world’s strongly divided views, it was challenging, to say the least, to be in a leadership position.

The direction we eventually took as a board, a path we never wavered from, was to follow legal advice, which turned out to be accurate.

To this day, I have never shared my personal opinions, but thankfully, and to the credit of our sister and brothers, as the dust settled, our family remained mostly intact.

With the introduction of call-backs, staffing was improving. However, with this came an increase in emergency responses. Considering most fire departments across Ontario were reducing calls involving tiered responses, the TFS model would be precedent setting. Unfortunately, the increase in call volume came with the caveat of more violence and nuisance-related incidents, as if there wasn’t enough tension brewing among our ranks.

Labour relations were at an all-time low, and the employer’s disregard for the sole bargaining agents began to be called into question. Investigations and the subsequent disciplines were harsh, leaving us minimal opportunities to resolve issues outside litigation. It was a frustrating time.

But, when the City rolled out benefits verification, our members and retirees had enough and took a stand that would temporarily see a total of 2500 dependents removed from our plan. That defining moment of solidarity was a turning point. It forced labour relations and the City to pay attention, and we sat down and negotiated a fair resolution. As I said before, “When we stand together, nothing can stop us.” After everything we had been through, the tide was beginning to turn.

Sadly, in the past two years, we have lost many members of our firefighter family. In total, there were nine active member funerals, five line of duty, active member funerals and six line of duty, retiree funerals for a total of 20 ceremonies. All hands were on deck and required to ensure our brothers and sisters had an honourable send-off and to lend support to their families whom they left behind.

As we transitioned into more customary times, Local 3888 concentrated on catching up with the backlog of events. From our Christmas party to the summer picnic and movie nights, it was wonderful to celebrate with our members again. It was fun to finally take a break from the chaos and celebrate our members’ retirements from 2019, 2020 and 2021, making it the largest party in the history of the TPFFA.

Just when we thought all of the unprecedented chaos was behind us, Mayor Tory decided to resign following a personal conflict. It meant that TPFFA needed to reunite their political action team. The extraordinary number of elections these past few years at the federal, provincial and municipal levels, meant the team was well rehearsed, although this one hit close to home.

In April, I submitted my resignation as President and announced my retirement from Toronto Fire Services. Anyone who has ever contemplated that life-changing event understands the abundance of emotions accompanying that choice. For the first time in 24 years, I would not accept my nomination at the general meeting, and I knew I couldn’t go back to the trucks. The goal of anyone who retires is to leave their organization better than how they found it. And I am confident that Local 3888 is in a better place. Your Executive Board is ready and poised to take on the next battle. We are in an excellent position to negotiate, with the leaders in place to deliver a fair contract. We have grown as a membership, in numbers and in the respect we have for each other. We have stood together as one, whether it was to say “goodbye” to family members, or to stand against the unreasonable demands of the employer. Most importantly, whether we always agreed or not, we have stuck together, through it all. As long as we keep that bond, we are unbreakable.

Thank you for believing in me and for all of the support throughout my career. It has been an honour to be your elected representative, and I will miss you all!

Kevin McCarthy, President Toronto Professional Fire Fighters’ Association I.A.F.F. Local 3888

SECRETARY-TREASURER’S MESSAGE

In the ever-evolving landscape of representing firefighters, strong leadership and a seamless transition of roles are vital to the continued success of an Association. I want to express our heartfelt appreciation to President Kevin McCarthy for his exceptional 24 years of service to the Toronto Professional Fire Fighters’ Association.

I want to recognize President McCarthy for his unwavering dedication and outstanding leadership during his tenure as President of the Toronto Professional Fire Fighters’ Association. Throughout his years as Vice President and President, Kevin has consistently ensured that succession planning was a priority, leaving our Association prepared for the future. I am grateful for all that I learned working alongside Kevin over the last three terms. We co-chaired the Benefits and Government Relations Committees for two and a half years, then four more years as principal officers together. More important to me is our friendship. He has been there for me during the good and challenging times. I have tried to do the same for him.

Kevin’s commitment to our Association extended beyond his role as President. Recently, as District 5 VP of the Ontario Professional Fire Fighters’ Association board, he worked tirelessly to address provincial firefighter issues. He did this while also representing the needs of Toronto. Kevin has taken the time to prepare me to take over his position on the OPFFA Board, beginning on July 1st.

Moreover, Kevin has been an advocate. His dedication to prioritizing mental health has been critical for many individual members, and the membership as a whole. His meticulous approach and comprehensive understanding of our benefits plan’s complexities have played a pivotal role in ensuring that the changeover from Manulife to GSC has not been allowed to reduce our benefits coverage. A battle that we continue to fight together.

It is with enthusiasm and optimism

I extend a warm welcome to incoming Secretary-Treasurer, Chris Sornberger. Chris’s background as Benefits Chair ensures we can continue our ongoing grievance over the changeover from Manulife to Green Shield. His proficiency in managing union subs and call-backs has significantly optimized our operations, greatly benefiting the membership. I am very confident handing over the responsibility for the communications and finances of the TPFFA to him. Moreover, Chris has cultivated strong relationships within the TFS, which will undoubtedly facilitate his seamless transition into the role of a principal officer.

I would be remiss not to acknowledge the consistency provided by John MacLachlan remaining as Vice President. John offers a wealth of knowledge and experience to draw upon. In addition, John is one of very few on our board with critical bargaining experience. He has served on many vital TPFFA committees, including Health and Safety and Grievance. I have worked closely with John over the last two years and look forward to continuing that relationship.

As for what you can expect from me, I believe that I provide a calm and common-sense approach. I will not look for problems but face them head-on when they arise. I value preparation over reaction. I will take the time required to research before making an argument. I hope to build relationships within TFS management, built on trust, so that we can disagree on significant issues that may have to go to grievance but not have that carry over into other unrelated matters where agreement may be possible.

Elections in all four commands do not occur all the time. Seeing the engagement in the recent election was incredible. As I write this, I know we will have at least two new Executive Officers. Your votes have created our team. I feel as though the success of my presidency will be measured by the success of everyone on the team. Each of those individuals represents and leads one of our many committees. My job will

be to place your elected officers into roles best suited to their strengths. I will find opportunities to continue the succession planning that we have begun and ensure that those new to the board are placed in roles allowing them to learn and succeed. We have a lot on our plate already, but we will soon have to focus on bargaining our next Collective Agreement. As Executive Officers turn their attention to bargaining, our many events continue. Pink, Movember and our Children’s Christmas Party come to mind. We will need our stewards and committee members fully engaged as these events take tremendous time and effort to plan and execute. It’s in these areas that your support will be invaluable.

As President McCarthy passes me the torch, Chris Sornberger moves into a leadership role, and we welcome new Executive Officers, I am filled with optimism and excitement for the future of the Toronto Professional Fire Fighters’ Association. I am confident that our Association will continue to thrive under the new leadership.

I want to express my profound appreciation to President Kevin McCarthy for his exceptional friendship, leadership, and tireless dedication to the Toronto Professional Fire Fighters’ Association. His contributions have left an enduring legacy within our Association and the firefighting community across the province.

James Reed, Secretary-Treasurer Toronto Professional Fire Fighters’ Association I.A.F.F. Local 3888

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VICE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Time sure flies when agendas are full. It feels like I just finished my last article and here we are again.

We’ve had many milestones since my first term as your Vice President. To set the tone of this article, I would like first and foremost to say thank you to our members. My first term as Vice-President proved to be two years of historical and unprecedented moments. COVID-19 was undoubtedly a challenge none of us were prepared for; however, collectively, we overcame the obstacles and rose to the occasion in short order. I am humbled and deeply appreciative of the trust bestowed upon me. I was acclaimed as your Vice President, and I will never take for granted the privilege to serve the members of our Association. A sincere thank you for your initial votes of trust and for allowing me to continue as your Vice President.

To summarize changes as of the beginning of this year, the class of January 2023 involved 103 recruits and will have been assigned stations and platoons by the time this article is published in addition to yet another class of 52 recruits July of 2023.

For the first time in many years, all Commands will be voting for their three Executive Officers. Past elections have had many Executive Officers acclaimed, so this election should prove to be interesting. Running in an election takes a great deal of dedication, time, and effort so kudos to all and I look forward to working with the successful candidates moving forward.

I’m hoping all members participated in the voting process. For convenience, The Association mailed the ballots direct-

ly to your place of residence, where you can exercise your Democratic right as a member of the Association. Your future as a Toronto Fire Fighter hinges on educating yourself on the candidates and the experience they bring to the table. Whom you vote for is crucial. Once elected, they will be your voice and representative. These Executive Officers will bargain wages, benefits, vacations and any additional improvements toward your next Collective agreement, hence why experience is so important.

As noted in my previous article, I referenced that a union notice will be issued to the membership calling for members’ submissions for the 2024 bargaining agenda. Submissions are valuable and gives the members a voice on what they would like to add or change in our Collective Agreement. It is highly recommended to participate and engage in this process by submitting your proposals.

As a member, have you ever considered becoming more involved with the Association? Have you ever thought that your future would involve running in an election? In the event you have considered this possibility, now is the time to ask questions from the existing board who have the experience to share. A great way to start this process is by submitting your name to our various committees. Members will see a union notice posted on the first of each year requesting you as valued members to join multiple committees.

The membership spoke loud and clear by acclaiming James Reed as our 7th President of the Association in addition to acclaiming Chris Sornberger as the new Secretary-Treasurer.

As a result of the most recent election, the President, Vice President and Secretary-Treasurer will be appointing new and current Executive Officers to specific committees. Committees are noted in our Constitution.

There will also be a few notable changes in the near future. As of July 1st, 2023, Andy McDowell will be stepping down as an Executive Officer. Andy played an important role in the Charity committee and the Health and Safety Committee. Andy, on behalf of the Executive board and our members, we thank you for your dedication and hard work.

The second change is in reference to the sixth President of our Association, Kevin McCarthy. Kevin served one term as President from July 1st 2021 to July 1st 2023. Previous to his term as President, Kevin also served as Vice President and as an Executive Officer with the Association. It must be recognized that these positions involve a great deal of time away from family and friends and dedication is expected.

In closing, I wish Andy and Kevin the very best and our Association thanks you for your years of service.

John MacLachlan, Vice President Toronto Professional Fire Fighters’ Association I.A.F.F. Local 3888

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CHAPLAIN’S CORNER

CHAPLAIN’S CORNER Doing Our Best in Diffi cult Times

Greetings friends. The last few years have resulted in many of us feeling a little rattled.

To cope, I have reached for my faith, enjoyed the company of my family and friends, and read a few books.

uch are the words of Job, a character in the Bible who, in one day, lost ten of his children and all of his resources (7,000 sheep, 3,000 camels, 500 oxen, 500 donkeys, plus the tragic loss of most of his work force). To make things worse, a short time later, Job was afflicted with a painful skin disease that left him in the dirt as a broken man. His wife, having had enough, had this counsel for him, “Curse God and die’.

SOne book that I have just finished reading (twice) is “Signals” by Cherilyn Orr. On the surface, the book, which is written from a Christian perspective, is all about parenting and is rooted in neuroscience and how the brain responds to stress. Throughout, a theory of what is called “Stoplight Parenting” is presented. As good as the material is for parents, I actually found the book more helpful on a personal level, for it gave me some new insights into myself, as it regards understanding one’s state of mind and what to do when agitated. In addition to this, I have also been further equipped to recognize other’s states of mind (Red, Yellow, Green) and to know a bit more, so as to help co-regulating them.

While Job didn’t curse God, all his sufferings certainly made him think about death. In fact, for a period of time, he longed for it, praying that God take his life. Such are often the thoughts of desperate and broken people. When people are going through hard times, it is vital to have supportive and caring people at hand, for we are to loan our strength to others in their time of need.

I’ve always found the account of Job and his sufferings to be a bit unsettling; particularly the line, “What I feared has come upon me...” I have a vivid imagination. It would not be healthy for me to ponder the worst things that could happen. So, how do I process what he said? Instead of burrowing down the rabbit hole of “what could go wrong”, I live with the understanding that, “Yes, life is fragile, bad things can and do happen, but I’m not going to

Whether you are consciously aware of it, we are often involved in self-regulation activities or we are helping to co-regulate someone else. i.e., your child or coworker is upset, and you do and say things that help calm them. The key to being able to do this is to first be able to regulate yourself. Self-regulation techniques are often unique to the individual, but often include physical exercise, self-care, meditation, prayer, simplifying our lives, getting good sleep, eating healthy, being properly hydrated and adjusting our expectations as we move through life. On a personal level, the first step I frequently take toward returning to a healthy state of mind involves taking a long walk. Along the way, I often have an internal dialog as to what I’m feeling or thinking. While I sometimes very much want to respond in a not so healthy way, this self-talk, which does include taking into account some things I’ve learned from the Bible, as it regards responding to unpleasant things and thoughts, helps me get back to a better state of mind.

live with a spirit of fear”. Rather, I’m going to do my best to trust God, help others, all the while holding on to my faith, which speaks of a world to come in which there is no more suffering, tears, or death. Why such a glum start to an article?

Sometime today, TFS Communications will take a call where the very worst thing has happened in that person/family’s life. After the call is taken, a fire crew will arrive at that person or family’s door, and they will witness for themselves what the communications call-taker heard described on the phone.

As for the theory espoused in the book, the “Stoplight Approach” is based on the colours of a stoplight. The red brain state is a state of distress (survival mode), extreme sadness, feeling unsafe or in danger. It is often referred to as fight, flight or freeze. The yellow brain state is feeling worried, disconnected, stressed, or feeling unloved. The green brain state is feeling happy, safe, connected, curious and ready to learn. All of us go through these states throughout our lives and throughout our day. The secret is learning to identify the state we are in, and the state others are in, so we can move towards a greener brain state most of the time. Of note, and this is in a general fashion, when a person is in a red state, their thinking brain ability drops about 50%. For yellow, there is a drop of around 25%. This helps to explain why decision making in these states sometimes leads to steps backward and not forward in life. When it comes to helping a friend, if we can get them to green, they are at the optimal place to make healthy decisions.

As awful a day as it is for that person and family, such is what the TFS, as a whole, is about. Helping people who might be having the worst day of their lives.

Despite some of the horrible things heard and seen, and the toll that it often takes, it is a great privilege to come into a person’s or family’s life with the intention of helping them in their darkest hour. While it might not be possible to take away or even reduce someone else’s pain or trial, how and who we are in those moments that we are with them is of vital importance; the dignity and respect afforded, the compassion shown, the patience given, and going that extra mile. These things, which are called “soft skills,” can make

A simple but practical question for us to ask along the way is: “What state is my mind, body, and spirit in?” “What state is the person I’m talking to in?” As for others, clues can be found in their behavior, tone of voice, and body language. In her book, Orr talks about the “name it to tame it” philosophy (introduced by Dr. Daniel Siegel) that literally requires that we name the emotion we are feeling as it is happening. Try it! When one labels the brain state they are in, it has the effect of reducing the stress and anxiety, in the brain and the body, that the emotion is causing. This, in turn, allows us to start to think more clearly about what strategy to employ to change from a not so healthy or conducive state of mind to a good decision-making state of mind.

As for parenting and children, which is what the book presents as being about, when our children feel unsafe, overwhelmed, fearful and anxious they are in a red-brained state, and they

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are unable to receive feedback and sometimes even talk. They need our help to co-regulate them by offering a calm and gentle response and giving them the space to calm down and feel safe. We can also offer activities to help them regulate, such as a walk, quiet space, outdoor time, a warm bath, healthy food, nap time and a good sleep, keeping life simple and not having the schedule jam packed, proper hydration, etc.

To attend a scene prepared (and this involves all members of the TFS) and to leave a scene having done what was realistically possible given the circumstances, there can be great comfort in just having done that. Sometimes, one’s consolation will be this: “I/We did our best in a difficult situation.” That’s a win! To think to oneself, “I entered into this person’s life on what was their or their family’s worst day. I did what I trained for, and I did my best. I followed to the best of my abilities and my training. I treated the person and the family with respect, patience, and compassion. I worked well with my team. While I can’t change what happened or take away their pain, I did what I could.”

Children, and all people, thrive when they feel safe and loved. When a child is in a green brain state of mind, they feel safe, valued, happy, and loved. For a child to feel loved, we need to delight in them, provide a safe environment, spend time with them, be present, correct and guide them from a green state of mind.

Beyond the topic of parenting, for any of our relationships, whether it is with colleagues, one’s spouse, friends, etc., the people around us want to feel safe and secure. This is critical to a healthy relationship. Hence, we work to tame our anger, levels of aggression, the tone of our voice, our behavior, to the effect that we are communicating, “I’m safe to be around and I can help you”. Like you, I want to help others and loan what strength I have to those that might need a helping hand. I’ve found this book to be a helpful tool for me.

Helping, and being with people during difficult times, is both a privilege and a burden. Every member of the TFS family is a vital part of this. We are all working towards the same end/mission. As for the burden of service, it is impossible to “care without wearing”. Carrying our own load, plus that of others, necessitates monitoring and looking after ourselves so that our attitudes stay good and our mind, body and soul remain in a place which allows us to thrive, enjoy life, and continue to serve others. So please, look after yourself, and as you are able, ‘loan your strength’ to others in their time of need.

Have a great day. Thanks for all you do.

Thanks for all you do!

“What I feared has come upon me, what I dreaded has happened to me.”

Ingredients: (Serves 4-6)

• 1/4 cup (60mL) Rib Rub Spice (see below for recipe)

• 1/4 cup (60 mL) brown sugar

• 2 - 4 racks of baby back ribs (approx 1lb/ 450g each)

• 1 cup (250 mL) of 5 Star Whisk y BBQ Sauce (see below for recipe) or your favorite BBQ sauce

Rib Rub Spice *combine altogether*

• 2 Tbsp paprika

• 2 Tbsp chili powder

• 2 Tbsp kosher salt

• 1 Tbsp granulated garlic

• 1 Tbsp cayenne

• 1 Tbsp ground coriander

• 1 Tbsp dried oregano

• 2 Tsp ground cumin

• 2 Tsp freshly ground pepper

5 Star Whisky BBQ Sauce

• 3 cups ketchup

• 1 cup Canadian whisk y

• 1/2 cup honey

• 1/3 cup brown sugar

• 1/4 cup molasses

• 1 Tbsp dried oregano

• 1 Tsp red chilli pepper flakes (or more if you like it hot)

Directions

1. Remove the membrane from ribs

2. Combine ‘Rib Rub Spice’ and brown sugar, rub the mix on both sides of the ribs and wrap in plastic wrap for minimum 1hr (overnight will yield the most delicious results)

3. Pre-heat oven to 300 F

4. Un-wrap the ribs from plastic wrap

5. L ay out sheets of foil, spray one side with cooking spray & wrap ribs in foil with meaty side up being sure to secure all gaps

6. Place foil wrapped ribs on a baking tray and cook in the oven for 2 - 2.5 hours

7. Fire up the BBQ and lather the ribs in ‘5 Star Whisky BBQ Sauce’, grill them long enough on each side to get grill markings

8. Give the ribs another baste in the sauce and grill to caramelize the sauce

9. L et stand for approx 5 mins before serving

1) First make your garlic ginger paste

Garlic Ginger Paste

• 2 inch piece of ginger

• 6 cloves of garlic

• 1 Tbsp olive oil (can add more if needed)

• Salt

Make the ginger-garlic paste: Add the ginger, garlic, oil, and salt to a small food processor or blender and process into a smooth paste, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed

2) Next make your marinade for the chicken

Marinade

• ½ cup Plain yogurt (full fat if possible)

• 2 Tbsp of the garlic ginger paste

• 4 Tbsp of Garam Masala

• 1 tsp turmeric

• 1.5 tsp ground cumin

• 1.5 tsp ground coriander

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder

• ½ lemon juiced

• 8 chicken thighs

Mix together all of the items above and place the chicken in the marinade ensuring they are all coated and let sit covered in the fridge for a minimum of 3 hours but preferably over night.

3) Cook your chicken

You can cook the chicken by broiling them in the oven or cooking on the bbq.

To broil your chicken first place the thighs on skewers that have been soaking in water for a minium of 30 minutes. Place chicken on a wire rack on the top shelf of your oven and broil for 15 minutes. Make sure you turn the chicken every 5 minutes. I suggest you put a baking tray under the wire rack to catch any drippings. Alternatively you can cook them on the bbq

4) Make the gravy

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter

• 2 tbsp olive oil

In a pot or high walled skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil.

• ½ tsp whole cumin seeds

• 1 whole black cardamom pod

• 1 dried bay leaf

• 4 whole cloves

• ½ tsp turmeric

Saute the above spices in the butter and olive oil for about 1 minute or until fragrant.

• 1 yellow onion

Add the onion in and cook for about 5 minutes or until the onion is soft and lightly brown

• 2 tbsp of your garlic ginger paste

Add in the garlic ginger paste and cook for another 2 minutes or until fragrant

• 1.5 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli

• 1.5 tsp ground coriander

• 3 tsp garam masala

Add the above spice and mix for a minute until well combined

• 28oz can of crushed tomatoes

• ½ cup raw whole cashews

• salt

Add your crushed tomatoes, cashews and a pinch of salt and let cook on medium heat for about 15 minutes. Stir occasionally. You know its ready to blend once the cashews are nice and soft.

After approximately 15 minutes place in a blender with ½ water and blend until full smooth. You can add water as needed to get the consistency that you prefer.

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

• 2 tbsp sugar

Wipe your pot/skillet clean and pour the blended gravy back into the pot/skillet. On medium-low heat. Add in the butter and sugar and mix until incorporated. Add in your cooked chicken and let simmer for 10 minutes.

• 2 tbsp of cream ( I use whipping cream but any fat level will work)

• 1 tbsp of dried Fenugreek (optional – it can be hard to find but if you can it’s a nice addition but not necessary)

Add in the cream and the fenugreek until well mixed.

Serve with Naan bread and enjoy.

Summary by Unit Type

Busiest Unit by Unit Type

Top 5 Busiest Stations

Operational Events (the last five years)

Fleet

Fleet Purchasing Status

(as of March 28, 2023)

6 2022 105' Quint Aerials Spartan/Smeal

1 2020 135' (41 meter) Bronto EmergencyOne/Bronto

10 2022 Pumper/Rescues Dependable EV and Smeal fire Apparatus

5 2022 100' Quint Aerials Emergency-One

2 2022 Electric Pumpers The REV Group

The remainder of this order of trucks is being delivered this year, with the majority already in service.

Three of these trucks have been delivered, with the remaining three scheduled before the end of Q2 2023

This truck is scheduled for final inspection in Q2 2023

This order of Pumpers was split between two vendors, five each. Delivery date still pending.

These trucks are in production with delivery expected late 2023 or early 2024.

These trucks are approved and have been ordered, the first unit delivery expected early 2024.

2 2021 HAZ MAT Trucks Spartan/Dependable These two trucks are in the final construction stage, with delivery expected Q2 2023

1 2022 Fire Boat Metal Craft Marine Lt.

A replacement for the William Thornton is in production, with delivery scheduled for mid 2024. This vessel is a 55' Firestorm, aluminum hull, twin engine, jet propulsion, with twin 3000USG per/min fire pumps.

16 2022 DC Pick-up Trucks TBD

The existing District Chief Tahoes are being replaced with 4-door 4x4 pick-ups with a cap and equipment slide-out unit. The trucks have arrived, details of the upfitting process are underway.

6 2023 Quint Aerials TBD

30 2023 Pumper/Rescues TBD

Funding has been approved to order six more quint aerials.

A contract is in the approval stage to order thirty Pumper/Rescue trucks. Delivery will be late 2024/2025

Unit Responses 2022

Unit Responses 2022

Unit Response Summary

Unit Responses 2022

Unit Responses 2022

Unit

Responses 2022

Data obtained from CAD

A unit response is defined as a dispatched unit that has recorded either an enroute time or an arrival time to an event

Data obtained from CAD

A unit response is defined as a dispatched unit that has recorded either an enroute time or an arrival time to an event

Only Emergency Event Types are included Report period from: 2018-01-01 to 2022-12-31

Station is defined as the station where the unit was

Only Emergency Event Types are included Report period from: 2018-01-01 to 2022-12-31

Station is defined as the station where the unit was dispatched from

*Hazardous materials incidents are accidental in nature; CBRNE incidents are intentional in nature.

** Other emergency incidents include Police Assist, Public Hazard, Lake Rescue, Wires Down, Natural Gas Leak, and Vehicle Spill Clean Up.

Operational Performance

Operational Performance (the last five years)

(the last five years)

Age of Current Fleet

A photo montage by Derek Craig @photosbydjcraiggers

In our continuing support for our military veterans, the TFFWVA has embarked on a project called Operation-Never Forgotten. This project’s intent is to document and catalogue all of our Fire Fighters who have served in the military in any capacity.

The project began during the pandemic and has recently reached the 500 individuals’ mark. We are asking our Toronto Fire Service families (including the former Metro departments) who have family members who have ever served to consider sharing their artifacts with us so that we can create a personal diary for each one. Once created, their diaries will be posted on the web site currently being created by the Toronto Fire Historical Society.

Their diaries will be displayed virtually so any artifacts that are shared will be reproduced, with your permission, for the web and returned or kept for display.

We are happy to provide whatever assistance we can in the collection of any artifacts, and to answer any questions you might have.

Our email address is tffwva@gmail.com.

Please help us remember our Veterans and ensure that their sacrifices are NEVER FORGOTTEN.

Thank You

TFFWVA Exec.

3 Bridlington Street, Scarborough, Ontario M1H2L2

Wayne Bridger President Robin Wight Secretary Eric Motton Treasurer

Letter from the Editor…

There are many types of demographic data – age, gender, population, social media use, etc. In this demographics issue of Firewatch, The Mask is highlighting several items that the Peer Team deals with on a daily basis. This includes:

• Peer Team members interactions and how much time is invested

• How many requests are received

• Who reaches out and

• The nature of the interactions (subject matter)

While we have always kept data on our call volume and peer support, we have recently been able to use new technology to better track our statistics. The unfortunate part is that previous data was not transferable, but I assure you the data speaks for itself, and that our team members are busy offering proactive and reactive support to a wide range of members, active and retired, as well as to family members. In this demographic issue, we present a synopsis of only the first quarter of 2023. We are continually researching apps with the hope that we will eventually secure one and be able to report statistics regularly and compare them year to year. Our statistics are also helpful as a guide to training team members on relevant subject matters, based on their interactions and additional knowledge required.

Please read the article below and see for yourself how engaged the Peer Team is and what types of issues are prevalent with fire staff. I assure you over time, you will only see the numbers increase, as I have over my tenure with the Peer Support Team.

Lynn Sciberras

How active is the Peer Support Team?

Statistics

THE PEER SUPPORT TEAM: A Look at the Numbers

It is a question all the members on the peer support team have heard at least once, whether from our members or from management. Just like anything else these days, an answer with any weight needs to be based on statistics that are tracked and measurable. Given that this is the demographics edition, we thought it appropriate to provide insight into some of the metrics behind the Peer Support Team and our interactions with TFS staff.

The information below is based on monthly averages for the first quarter of 2023. This has been the first quarter where we have recorded interactions using a new method (while abiding by confidentiality and protecting personal information). It is our goal to use this information going forward to raise awareness, advocate for services, and ensure that our Peer Support Team receives valuable ongoing training to best meet the needs of those we serve - YOU.

The Peer Support Team Itself:

25 members from Operations, Administration, Community Risk Reduction, Communications plus our four Chaplains and our Psychologist, Chris Rodrigues

6 hours of training/team meeting quarterly; co-ordinators and members also connect between this time for guidance, direction, suggestions, and training planning/opportunities

2 weeks rotation as the primary responder on the peer support line which operates 24/7/365

8 of our members participate in the R2MR program as instructors (important to note these are separate entities)

40% on-duty support (we do our best to have PST members respond while on-duty)

60% off-duty support (when we’re needed, we’ll be there, even when off-duty)

First Contact Method/How Have TFS Staff Reached Out to The Peer Support Team?

We receive dozens of requests for support every month. On average:

45% calls to personal phones

25% calls to the peer support phone main number (416-338-9327)

15% text messages

5% in person + station visits, which vary month to month and average 1-2/month

5% email

5% other

Who is Contacting Us?

On a monthly average there are approximately:

38% of staff call on their own behalf

21% referred to the Peer Support Team by a PC/DC

5% referred to the Peer Support Team by family

5% referred to the Peer Support Team by a co-worker

5% referred by TFS Communications

5% referred by another Peer Support Team member

21% classified as other or undisclosed

Who are we Supporting?

Of the dozens of monthly requests for support received, we are contacted by approximately:

86% active members

5% members on LTD/WSIB

5% family of members

4% retired members

What do we get calls about?

On a monthly average the topic areas in which our support has been requested are approximately:

17% Station visits to offer psychological first aid/defusing/debriefing

10% anxiety

10% crime related calls

10% grief

10% health related

5% depression

5% substance use

5% legal issues

5% marital issues

3% suicidal ideation

20% classified as “other” (we’re working on breaking these down with more details for next year’s stats)

As a team, we’d like to give a big shout out to all of you for your service and for the support you all give professionally and personally to our colleagues on a daily basis. We would also like to thank TFS staff for reaching out and for the support and service you provide to and on behalf of the public and your co-workers. Thank you.

RETIREMENT CHECKLIST

2nd Edition

Greetings All!

We hope this article finds everyone well. We are in the spring season now and many of our members are contemplating retirement. We thought, in light of the huge attendance at our recent seminars, and the current cohort, we would revise the checklist and share it with everyone for a second time.

This one will contain some wisdom, learned by your author, who has turned 65 at the beginning of April, and has been following our checklist, previously made for everyone else. Many lessons have been learned in my own journey and this is the best time to share.

Pre-Retirement

The decision to retire is huge, one of the biggest you could ever make, and needs to be made with as much preparation as possible. Retirement is a big lifestyle change, and for those in Support Divisions, the transition can be more difficult. Those on the 24-hour shift have already got a routine of being home part of the week. Those retiring from the Monday to Friday, you need to be aware of the change - it gets quiet really fast. Don’t forget, in your last year of service, you are entitled to a Full-Dress Uniform! If you plan to march with us, after retirement, keep this in mind! TFS has an SOG, P-ENDE End of Employment April 2013, that you will need to review so you can see the sequence of events, with respect to this process.

The best way to begin your preparation into the R-shift, is to reach out to your friends and family that are already retired. The next thing is to watch the Local 3888 website and attend the next OMERS Retirement Seminar. They are conducted a few times each year and are invaluable. Plus, Local 3888 offers “one-on-one” sessions for those wishing a personal session. The regular seminars are attended by all of the agency reps (City, 3888, OMERS) that you will need to get a good idea of the process. Here’s the link to our recent seminars:

We regularly get asked for a snapshot of what some retirees are actually getting. Below is a chart with some actual figures:

TFS OMERS Pension Estimates*

For a more personalized estimate, we suggest that every member visit the “My OMERS” web page, which will give a more accurate estimate of your financial situation, with respect to pensions. It’s now time to decide on, or at least look into, your CPP. Many of our members in this situation have used their Old Age Security (OAS) and Canada Pension Plan (CPP) to offset their bridge reduction. Of course, everyone is different, and after surveying some of our members, it seems that there might be an income reduction after the loss of the bridge, despite the CPP & OAS Additions. So, keep an eye on the numbers and be mindful of the potential loss. If you look at the chart, you will see in italics, the Captain and the Senior Fire Fighter who retired with 35 & 32 years. There are two entries, one before 65 and one after, which shows better the bridge reduction. You may have seen some info on the bridge from your research and attending the seminar, here’s a quick refresher:

Here are two more items to consider! One, we recommend that you look at joining the Municipal Retirees Association of Ontario (MROO.ORG). You need not be retired to join and it’s another great source of information. Two, before you put pen to paper, consider making an appointment to see a member of the Local 3888 Executive. This is important, especially where member illness is an issue.

Here’s a typical retirement timeline, without using sick time. If you choose to use up sick time, the timeline will vary.

Retirement Letter 01 Jan 2014

Response from HQ 28 Jan 2014

City Interview TBD

Retirement 28 Feb 2014

OMERS Pension confirmation 25 Feb 2014 (Document)

Pension Start Date 01 Mar 2014 (Document)

All Pension payments are made on the first of each month.

*These are 2019 figures from actual retired Local 3888 members. From January 1, 2020, to April 30, 2023, the base 1st class fire fighter salary has increased by a compounded amount of approximately 9.5%.

65th Birthday

We often warn everyone to keep an eye on this date! You don’t want to realize it’s importance too close to your birthday! Why, you ask? First, you lose your OMERS Bridge, the supplement that you get between your retirement and your 65th birthday. It’s a sizable sum and will cease the first of the month after your birthday. Secondly, you will begin to receive a number of the “manila envelopes of death” from CRA. Don’t panic, this is routine! You will also get an envelope from OHIP! They all contain important retirement information; you should keep all of it. Approximately 90 days before your 65th birthday, we recommend you follow up on the information from CRA. Log into CRA and you’re looking for two things to begin. One, Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and two, Old Age Security (OAS). You have some options here. You can fill it out “online” and submit it, or you can print it, fill it out and hand deliver it to Service Canada! We did the latter!

Filling out both of these documents are challenging, so please take your time. There are some child tax credit questions on the CPP document that you may not have the answers for right away, and the OAS document will ask you “if your retirement income will be reduced in the future”, the answer is yes, because of the Bridge. For those who are not internet savvy, be careful while doing the OAS document, it’s in the same section as the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), which is a different plan, but are on the same form. You need not apply for both, and you’ll get another CRA envelope stating you do not qualify.

About three weeks before your actual birthday, you will get an additional envelope of documents from the city. These documents are equally important and need to be carefully read and kept. These documents will tell you exactly what the city thinks you qualify for and what post-65 stream you are in (Original City Benefits or Healthcare Spending Account). You now have them all and if you have any questions, reach out to us at active.retired@torontofirefighters.org and we will do our best to assist.

Just a note here, if you have changed addresses during this period, you need to be extra vigilant to make sure CRA, 3888, and the city has your new address. These documents all need to come before your birthday. If they don’t, again, be proactive and troubleshoot on your own.

Happy Birthday, you’re now 65. You will have noticed the sizable reduction in your monthly pension deposit, but because you have done your homework, it wasn’t a surprize. Hopefully, like many of us, you followed the checklist and your CPP & the OAS have kicked in and your income has only changed a small amount! Well done, you did it! Please remember it’s important NOT to make any benefit claims during the transition to post65. Either make the claims 15 days before your birthday, or at least 15 days after, just to let the city process your account. If you are receiving care, or have a dependent receiving care during this period, be patient during the process. You may have to do some resubmissions just to keep your care constant.

Post 65

Hopefully, your post retirement time will be learning how to adapt to the change(s) in lifestyle. For some, it’s been an easy transition and for others - not so much. There are many retireedriven events that will help keep you busy while you make the transition. Our retiree organizations conduct regular meetings, have weekly and monthly breakfast groups, and golf leagues, to name a few.

Some Final Items

Now is also the time for your estate planning, if you haven’t done it already. We highly recommend that you have clear instruction as to your obituary & funeral arrangements. There are huge pitfalls if you should pass without a will. We urge all our members to have up to date wills, living wills, and powers of attorney. Please be aware of the legislation that governs the disbursement of pension death benefits. The rules OMERS follows supersedes your last will & testament! The process suggests that your spouse should NOT be listed as beneficiary. See the OMERS presentation by following the seminar link above, for a better explanation.

The RTFFA suggests that everyone who served should be recognized by an obituary and some sort of Celebration of Life. It’s as much for your friends and families as it is for you. We also suggest that you leave instruction in your will to leave any and all fire service memorabilia to specific family members and perhaps our own Toronto Fire Historical Society, so our history can be better preserved. All too often, we’ve seen artifacts go in the trash. (info@torontofirehistory.com)

RTFFA Membership

Our membership drive is continuous. If you’re interested in becoming a member, feel free to contact us at active.retired@torontofirefighters.org. The dues ($25.00) are payable annually on the 1st of May and we will be holding two general membership meetings each year. One in the spring, where you can sign up and/or pay your dues in person, and another in the fall. Meetings will involve food and fellowship - what could be better! Come join us and be well.

Don’t forget to follow our Social Media Feeds:

On The web: https://www.retiredtorontofirefighters.org/

On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TFSRetirees

On Twitter: https://twitter.com/tfsretirees?lang=en

President Alan Thomas - Secretary/Treasurer Mike Neely - Al Falkner - Alan Hall - Ron Coates - Chuck West

Retired Deaths from February 18, 2023 to May 25, 2023

Kenneth M. Phillips

John Jack Thompson

Peter William McCourt

Ernest Bud Thorn

Terry Nepotiuk

Donald Gilbert “Red” Leslie

Don Cavanagh

David Leonard Catlin

Donald McLeod

Murray William Evaschuk

Lawrence Malone

Ken Nicholls

February 18, 2023

February 20, 2023

February 25, 2023

March 1, 2023

March 2, 2023

March 7, 2023

March 7, 2023

March 13, 2023

March 18, 2023

March 21, 2023

April 2, 2023

April 3, 2023

Robert Joseph King

Derrick Cotterill

Robert Gordon Wallace

L ouis Leo Romanelli

Philip Stewart James Ball

Charles Harry Jennings

L arry Knapp

Jack Russel Breen

James Peter Dennis

April 5, 2023

April 5, 2023

April 10. 2023

April 15, 2023

April 16, 2023

April 23, 2023

April 25, 2023

April 26, 2023

April 29, 2023

George Sweetman May 1, 2023

William Robert Johnson

May 25, 2023

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.

Jason Tibor Pal

On June 10, 2022, Toronto Fire suddenly lost Active Fire Fighter, Jason Tibor Pal. Brother Pal was born on November 20, 1972, and dedicated his career to being a fire fighter. He was a volunteer fire fighter with King City before starting his fire career with Toronto.

Commencing his career on July 4, 2006, Brother Pal was assigned to R413 and continued at that fire station with his crewmates for a long while, as he waited for his soon-to-be designation to Acting Captain. Being a fire fighter was something that gave Jason great purpose. Aside from his loving family and his close friends, being a part of Toronto Fire was a great passion. He loved being a leader, helping the city, and assisting his peers where he could, but also, always willing to learn from him peers. He was a dedicated man who was very proud of his chosen life paths. He was a man of many talents. An athlete in hockey, soccer, motocross, and also loved snowmobiling. He enjoyed music and playing the guitar; he was happiest at his cottage on Lake Manitouwabing, as he fished and took the kids tubing. His presence within his family will certainly be missed and mourned by those who loved him.

Thank you for making those around you laugh with your sense of humour. Rest in peace brother. In Honour of Fire Fighter Jason Tibor Pal, a memorial plaque will be hung at TFS Fire Station 413.

Thomas Todd

On Thursday, July 14, 2022, the Fire Community lost Retired Fire Fighter, Thomas Todd. Brother Todd sadly lost his battle to brain cancer after a lengthy fight.

Brother Todd started his 33-year career with the North York Fire Department on June 11, 1984, and retired on June 30, 2017. Todd started his career on A-Platoon at TFS Fire Station 112. He then moved to station 122-A; then in 1998 to R115-A; and finally, in 2010, to P123-A. Thomas was a dedicated and proud member of Toronto Fire. Throughout the duration of his career, he displayed how proud he was to be a fire fighter. His love for his work was obvious. He enjoyed his peers and working on the trucks and helping those around him. Being a first responder was IT for him; he was utterly satisfied with the work he was doing and had done within the city of Toronto. He always spoke so proudly of his family and those he loved in his life. It was clear what really made Brother Todd happy –Family. His acts of kindness ran from his home to the halls, which was a quality everyone loved about him. He will truly be missed.

In Honour of Fire Fighter Thomas Todd, a memorial plaque will be hung up at a TFS Fire Station 123.

September 22, 1969 –March 31, 2023

December 26, 1970 –April 4, 2023

November 25, 1977 –May 17, 2023

Acting Captain Jason “Poppy” Popovich

Acting Division Chief Anthony Simpson

Captain Ryan Reesor

Dear Firehouse 343,

Last Friday you came and helped our son, who broke his arm very badly at school. You kept him safe and stable, and tried to keep him calm. When the ambulance wasn’t coming, you jumped into your truck (and our car) and made sure he made it to the hospital quickly and safely. We hope people tell you everyday that you are appreciated by everyone in our community.

You are so important!

We hope you know how truly amazing you all are. You made such a positive impact on our family. Friday was a horrible day, but it would have been a lot worse without you.

You are Heroes!

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

The Stickle Family (Rob, Natalie, Cameron, and Jamie).

South Command C-Shift District Champions!

Brad Meldrum accepting his new AC position

Easter Day Parade

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

First

International Firefighters’ Day

May 4, 2023

Thank you to all our members for their commitment and dedication to the Fire Services and the communities of Toronto. Your hard work and persistence does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do.

TFS Organized R2MR (Road to Mental Readiness) Training for our members to help educate the importance on mental health.

It was a busy week at the Association Office, but also a very successful one. Well done to those members who participated in the training. We are looking forward to the next batch!

Responders Presentation with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

TPFFA Retirement Dinner & Dance

Congratulations to all of those Toronto Fire Fighters who Retired in 2022

On behalf of my wife and I, I would like to thank the association for the Retirement dinner. Everyone at my table thoroughly enjoyed every part of it. From the moment we arrived we were welcomed very warmly. The organization of this event clearly was no small task and no detail went unnoticed. The bagpipes and food were amazing also. Again, thank you for putting on this event. We wouldn’t have missed it for anything -- Colin and Nadia Aspden.

Photo Credit Derek Graig

Prior to 1841, Ontario was called Upper Canada, and in the beginning, firefighters had very little in the way of equipment, which resulted in a self-reliance of bravery and courage between each other to confront fires. Unlike today, there were no coordinated procedures or techniques to relieve flames or combustion other than the bucket brigade.

It was in 1800, when the first attempt at organized firefighting commenced with the passing of the first Bucket Regulation Act. This act implemented a household requirement on all homeowners to maintain two two-gallon buckets and two ladders within their home environments. The purpose of the ladders was to extinguish fires that were started by sparks from the chimney on wood-shingled roofs, and at that time, everyone had a wood-shingled roof.

In 1820, York, now known as Toronto, implemented a new Bucket Law that required all households to have three three-gallon buckets accessible at all times, and for all to turn out to an alarm of fire from the St. James Church bell, which was the only bell in town. The sound of the bell was an alarm that called for the communities’ bucket brigade and was the first attempt to organize people into a firefighting force.

By 1826, the first formal fire company was organized (all volunteers), which included a hand-pumping engine kept in the first York fire station on Church Street. It wasn’t long before several of the larger cities and towns in Upper Canada followed York’s lead in forming their own organized fire service.

With the great risk of being seriously burned, falling from a ladder, or becoming injured from fallen debris, by 1841, all fire services were still handled by volunteers. The commencement of ‘full-time’ fire departments was still many years away; even though some smaller towns kept volunteers well into the twentieth century, it was only a matter of time before these volunteers, who were essentially untrained firefighters, died in the line of duty. The first known was William Thornton on November 24, 1848, who is on our TPFFA website Honour Roll and Wall of Honour at our Association Office.

Source: Their Last Alarm: Honouring Ontario’s Firefighters, Second Edition. By Robert B. Krikpatrick

Source: Archives of Ontario, C302, ACC 933-21

Robert Kirkpatrick, Scott Marks, President Toronto Professional Fire Fighters’ Association, Fire Chief William Stewart, Toronto Fire Services. At the Newly marked grave of Ontario’s first know line of duty death. CAL MILLAR, MISSISSAUGA