Tofield Firefighters Make the Season Bright for Residents

Tofield Firefighters Make the Season Bright for Residents

Michelle Pinon - News Advertiser

Members of the Tofield Fire Department brought smiles, laughter, and cheer to people young and old during their Santa Claus Tour on December 20.

The event was well received and helped people feel like it was Christmas again as they travelled up and down the streets of town. The volunteer firefighters made sure to drive by the hospital and lodges for seniors and staff to get a glimpse of Old St. Nick and Sparky.

Members of the Tofield Fire Department hosted a Santa Claus Parade on Dec. 20.

(Tofield Fire Department/ Submitted Photo)

Captain Devan McCharles said they hooked up a PA system to one of their units and blasted out Christmas tunes while driving through the community for two hours during the afternoon. Santa had his own wireless microphone and he called out many of the children’s names asking if they had been good this year. In response, Santa got an earful from the kids who shouted back to him what they wanted for Christmas.

“It was a lot of fun,” said McCharles. Many people said it was hard to see Santa this year so this was a great way for the kids to talk to him. Several people asked if they’d be doing this again next year, but McCharles said it all depends on the situation. Normally, they participate in the Winterfest Parade, to kick-off the holiday season.

McCharles said members who participated and helped to make the event come together include: Asst. Chief Lynn Lebirk, Asst. Chief Scott Langille, Lieutenant Norm Martineau, Lieutenant Bill Fawcett, Firefighter Dan Hillyer, Firefighter Brandon Ray, Firefighter Krysten Fawcett, Firefighter Dave Ferguson, and Firefighter Stephan Wuthrich.