Operational Safety

The tragic loss of a Truro, NS Local 1627 member in a 2019 training accident, and the advocacy of his family and the IAFF, has led to new legislation aimed at improving safety standards and strengthening fire services throughout Nova Scotia. Photo caption: Far left Truro, NS Local 1627 member Errison Blackie (brother of Skyler Blackie) and Halifax, NS Local 268 President Brendan Meagher. Center: Minister Kim Masland. Far right APPFFA VP Mike Sears and APPFFA President Joe Triff.